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University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMove-In Guide

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1956🔗 uwm.edu

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's lakefront campus, formed in 1956 through the merger of two separate institutions, centers on Mitchell Hall, its oldest building since 1909, with most first-year students housed in Sandburg Hall, the campus's dominant residence hall with nearly 4,400 beds.

Enrollment

22,937

Total Students

Freshman Class

4,611

Approx.

Move-In Dates

Jan 23, 2027

Next: Spring 2027

Acceptance Rate

87%

Most recent cycle

Move-In

Spring 2027 Move-In Details

Spring semester move-in for all buildings is Saturday, Jan. 23. Approved early arrivals can come as early as Jan. 18; early arrival requests are due Jan. 1.

Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.

Move-in day tips

  • Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
  • Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
  • Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
  • Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.

Housing & Dorms

  • Cambridge Commons

    Suite-style · Coed

  • Kenilworth Square Apartments

    Apartment-style · Coed

  • RiverView Hall

    Suite · Coed

  • Sandburg Hall

    Suite-style · Coed

Housing Links

Who can live where

Residence halls:
Not marked first-year only, so they may also house returning students. Assignment follows the school's housing process.
Apartments:
Apartment-style housing, often for sophomores and up. Confirm eligibility with the housing office.

Eligibility rules vary and can change. Check with the housing office.

Orientation

Orientation dates haven't been published yet - check back closer to the semester.

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.

Registration

Spring 2027 class registration

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • Enrollment phase begins (shopping carts open)
    UWinteriM (Winter 2027) enrollment began Oct. 12.
    November 9, 2026
Times vary by class year or student group. Check your own appointment.Official source

Costs

Room & Board

$10,500

Estimated / Year

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

Nearby Essentials

  • Walmart1.4 miles
  • Walgreens1.7 miles
  • Target3.5 miles
  • CVS Pharmacy5 miles

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Dates last checked October 2026.