Community | Academic Support | Convenience | Friendships
ON-CAMPUS LIVING
AT NEBRASKA
THE 2024-25 RETURNING STUDENT CONTRACT OPENS NOVEMBER 1.
Convenient and connected.
Talk with our Contracts staff about housing options.
Meal plan options.
Flexible options for returning students.
Break housing.
All halls open over university breaks.
MAKING THEIR SAFETY A PRIORITY
With your student away at college, it's important to know that they will be safe. When they're living on campus at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, you can be sure that they will be. From your student's well-being, to residence hall and campus security measures and the campus alert system, they are surrounded by a safe, secure environment.
- The health and well-being of our students living on campus is our priority
- Residence Life support staff are there to help students whenever they need it
- All halls are locked 24/7 and can only be accessed by those with NCard credentials
- Community service officers monitor residence halls to assure campus safety and security
- Residence halls are close to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Police Department
WHAT THEY NEED TO SUCCEED
Living on campus means your student is just a short walk away from all the resources they need for support during the school year. Catch a cold? It's a short walk to the Health Center to pick up medication. Big test coming up? Study rooms are available in any residence hall, at the library, or see a tutor on campus.
- Close proximity to academic support from the Writing Center to the testing center and library.
- Quiet and collaborative study spaces in every hall
- All students receive free bus passes so they can travel all around Lincoln
- Many student involvement groups meet on campus so your student can grow and learn while being an active part of the community
APARTMENT LIVING WITHOUT THE STRESS
When students live on campus, there's no need to worry about all the troubles that come with off-campus living. No stressing over having time to make meals; students can opt for a meal plan which gives them reliable, healthy food every day. Instead of spending time cleaning their bathrooms or figuring out how to do repairs, the residence halls provide timely maintenance and bathroom cleaning services.
- Students can purchase a meal plan that gives them a fresh, healthy and reliable meals, optional in apartment-style
- Students can park in residential lots or garages in close proximity to their hall
- Reliable Wi-Fi access
- No stressing over monthly bills
THE NEBRASKA Residential Experience
Every student’s experience is different. At Nebraska, we are committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that help students develop, grow and thrive.
The Nebraska Residential Experience is the guiding residential program implemented in the halls by University Housing Residence Life staff.
Our goal is to develop engaging communities where residents can have transformational experiences, connect to campus resources and create relationships.
Throughout the year, hall programming is thoughtfully designed to help students grow in four key areas. We want all Huskers to Lead, Learn, Include, and Engage at Nebraska and beyond.
Apartment-style Living Alaina Hernandez, Chicago, Illinois
Courtyards & Village Returning Apartment-style Student Living
Location: City Campus
Courtyards and Village let your student be as independent as they need to be. While every apartment has a full-sized kitchen they can cook in, if they have a lazy or
super busy day they can always run to one of the nearby dining
centers. In apartment-style, meal plans are optional, but so convenient and flexible! And if they ever are in need of something to do, the Campus Rec, Outdoor Adventure Center, and Vine Recreation Fields are just a short walk away and
always full of activity!
Returning Honors Program residential communities are located in Courtyards and Knoll Residential Center.
Take a virtual tour of The Village | Courtyards
Key Amenities
Meal plan options
9-month contract
2- and 4-
bedroom units
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Laundry is included!
Knoll Residential Center, University Suites and Eastside Suites Returning Student Suite-style Living
Location: City Campus
Suite-style living gives your student the space they need to excel, while providing them with amenities that make college easier. Located next to Cather Dining Center,
these suites are situated perfectly for when your
student needs a quick bite to eat before heading to class or a club.
Returning Student Honors Program residential communities are located in Courtyards and Knoll Residential Center.
Take a virtual tour of Knoll Residential Center | University Suites | Eastside Suites
Key Amenities
Meal plan options
9-month contract
3 roommates
Free WiFi
Refrigerator and microwave
Laundry is included!
Massengale Residential Center Returning Student Apartments
Location: East Campus
Your student can kick back after class in the newest residence center on campus. With 2-bedroom and 4-bedroom style apartments, they can cook in the full-sized kitchen
with their roommates and then relax in their own private
room. Plus, they’ll be just a short walk away from the university’s sweetest spot, the Dairy Store! Meal plans are optional, but very convenient and flexible!
Take a virtual tour of Massengale Apartment-style
Key Amenities
Meal plan options
9-month contract
2- and 4-
bedroom units
Free WiFi
Full kitchen