Current UMBC Residential Students
Important Deadlines for Residential Life Applicants
As the Spring semester is now in full swing, we wanted to let current residents know that we are also preparing for Housing Applications for 2026-2027 academic year!! Please keep the following important dates in mind when planning for housing;
April 1 at 9 a.m. – May 1 at 11:59 p.m.**
Roommate Social
April 10, 2026
Roommate Formation Deadline
June 15, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Housing Selection Dates
June 23-26, 2026
** Applicants that complete their housing application, electronically submit the housing contract, and pay the $200 Reservation Fee payment are guaranteed on-campus housing. The open contracting period will close on May 1 at 11:59 p.m. or when the first 1500 returning students finalize their applications, whichever comes sooner.
Residential Life Information Sessions
- Room Selection Overview Info Session – March 27, 206 at 12 p.m.
- Room Selection Info Session– June 17, 2026 at 12 p.m.
- Preparing for Move-In Day– July 29, 2026 at 12 p.m.