Marquette University's urban Milwaukee campus centers on St. Joan of Arc Chapel, a genuine 15th-century French Gothic chapel relocated stone by stone and rebuilt on campus in 1966, with first-year students housed across nine residence halls, most prominently The Commons.
Enrollment
11,373
Total Students
Freshman Class
1,913
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 26 - August 26, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
85%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Sign up for a specific arrival timeslot based on your travel plans - the number of students who can arrive at a given time is limited, and no exceptions can be made once a timeslot fills. Move-in begins at 8 a.m. with a formal blessing for new students and families at The Commons. Street closures typically affect 13th, 17th, and 18th Streets between Wells Street and Wisconsin Avenue during move-in.
August 26 - August 26, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
The Commons
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Marquette University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 26 - August 30, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$14,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Marquette University.
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