Chapter housing
Fraternity and sorority housing is a long-standing tradition at UW, housing nearly 4,000 students in close-knit chapter communities. These residences bring together students from diverse backgrounds in active, shared living environments where members support one another academically and socially. Living in chapter housing offers an immediate sense of belonging and a home away from home.
Chapter housing is dependent on a variety of factors, particularly which chapter a student joins. To learn more about the chapter housing available, check out the relevant council’s website.
On-campus housing
Check out Housing & Food Services website for more information.
New first year and transfer students: Are eligible to apply for guaranteed housing in the 9-month residences. They also have the option to apply for a 12-month apartment. HFS makes assignments directly to Cedar Apartments.
Continuing UW Students: Are not guaranteed housing. Students are encouraged to apply with HFS for assignment 12-month apartments or 9-month residence halls.
9-Month Residence Hall Housing: This housing agreement for the full academic year – autumn, winter, and spring quarters. You will first be assigned to a PAWS housing location while you wait for a permanent room assignment. That PAWS assignment could be for anywhere from a couple of weeks to the full autumn quarter. All students will be assigned to a permanent room by winter quarter.
12-month Apartment Housing with HFS: This housing assignment is for all 4 quarters – autumn, winter, spring, and summer. You will be assigned to a space in a 4-bedroom apartment at Cedar Apartments, on West Campus. This will be your assignment for a full year.
Step 1 for 9-month residence halls
Complete the 2025-26 Student Profile and then the “On-Campus Housing Application for Recruitment Participants” on your MyHFS Homepage.
- You must pay $500 prepayment.
- You are younger than 18 years of age your parent or guardian must submit a Cosigner Agreement before move-in.
Immediate move-in: If you wish to move in before September 16th, you must complete the application by 1:30 pm on Thursday, September 11.
Regular move-ins: If you intend to move in on September 16th or later, you must complete the application by 5 p.m. on Sunday, September 14.
Step 2 for 9-month residence halls
Your room assignment will be emailed to your UW email account. You may be assigned to PAWS housing until a permanent room becomes available. If you prefer to commute until a permanent room is available, you may indicate that your housing application.
Immediate move-ins: You will receive your room assignment by 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 11. You may check in during Oliver Desk hours and must complete your move by 12:00pm (noon) on Friday, September 12; details will be included in your room assignment email. Your housing account will be billed housing and dining costs for your residency from September 12-15. Dining costs will be available on your Husky Card.
Regular move-ins: You will receive your assignment the afternoon of Monday, September 15. Check-in details will be included in your assignment email.
Step 3 for 9-month residence halls
Move in!
Immediate move-ins: Go to Oliver desk to pick up your assignment. Your move must be completed by 12 (noon) on Friday, September 12. Once you have completed your move, return your key to your recruitment room assignment.
Regular move-ins: Arrive to campus during your assigned move-in appointment time. This information will be provided in your assignment letter.
Step 1 for 12-month apartments
Complete the 2025-26 Student Profile and then the “Apply for 12-mont apartment housing 2025-26” on your MyHFS Homepage.
- You must pay a $500 pre-payment.
- If you are younger than 18 years of age your parent or guardian must submit a Cosigner Agreement before move-in.
Step 2 for 12-month apartments
Your assignment will be sent to your UW email account.
Step 3 for 12-month apartments
Move in!
Immediate move-in: You will receive your assignment by 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 11. You can then proceed to the Lander Desk to receive your key and begin moving into your room at Cedar.
Regular move-in: You will receive your assignment the afternoon of Monday, September 15. Your assignment will begin the following day. Arrive to campus during your assigned move-in appointment time. This information will be provided in your assignment letter.
If you have any questions, please contact hfsinfo@uw.edu or visit the HFS website