New to Housing and Transfer Students
Are you a current UTEP student, transfer student, or an incoming student looking to live on campus? Living on campus will allow you to utilize academic support, make friends, and create a home at The University of Texas at El Paso.
As resident you will have the opportunity to live and connect with other residents who share common interests. Living on campus will allow you to connect with the UTEP community and participate in various programs and leadership opportunities that will enhance your college experience.
BENEFITS OF LIVING ON CAMPUS
- Engage - Participate in events and leadership opportunities as an active member of the UTEP campus community.
- Have a Higher GPA - Students who live on campus are more likely to have a higher GPA due to the accessibility of academic success and support services.
- Graduate on Time - Graduate on time by minimizing commute time and maximizing study time.
- Build New Friendships - Attend Housing and Residence Life events to learn new skills and build friendships with members of the residential community.
New Residents Application Timeline
October 15, 2025
2026-2027 Housing Application Available on the resident portal.
February 16, 2026
Room selection appointments for new residents will be published on the resident portal.
February 23, 2026 – February 27, 2026
New Resident Housing Self-Selection (Fill a Suite) on the resident portal. Mesquite, Ocotillo, and Cottonwood, Eagle, Chisos, Davis, Indio, Franklin and Whispering Springs.
March 2, 2026 – March 6, 2026
New Resident Housing Self-Selection (Any Available Bed) on the resident portal. Mesquite, Ocotillo, and Cottonwood, Eagle, Chisos, Davis, Indio, Franklin and Whispering Springs.
MArch 7, 2026 – may 31, 2026
New resident students may continue to fill out housing applications. Self-section will be available on the resident portal and students are encouraged to check the resident portal for available spaces for room selection or room changes.
March 7, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Room Change Self-Selection is available in the resident portal.
After June 1, 2026
Students who did not select a room assignment will be assigned based on the date their application is submitted. If no more spaces are available, the student will be added to a waitlist and will be assigned as rooms become available.
June 30, 2026
Last day cancel the housing application without penalty.
Take Your Next Steps
Once you are admitted to UTEP, activate your UTEP e-mail and visit the Resident Portal to submit your housing application. If you already have your UTEP username and password you can go directly to the Resident Portal.
- Start your application
Review and sign the housing contract and submit your housing application. - Search for roommates
If you have a preferred roommate in mind, you can create a roommate group in your housing application and select to live in the same apartment. If you do not have anyone in mind, search for potential roommates via the resident portal. - Room Selection
After submitting your application you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to select your room. You will have the option of choosing where you will live your first year at UTEP. - Plan for move-in day
Move-in for Fall 2026 will start August 21, 2026. You will be able to select your move-in appointment starting August 1, 2026.
FAQ
When is the deadline to submit a housing application?
There is no deadline to submit a housing application. We accept applications year round.
Am I signing a contract when I submit my housing application?
