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Apply for Housing
Students who live on campus have higher GPAs, higher graduation rates, and are more connected & involved at the University. In 5 easy steps, we will show you how to reserve Residential Life Housing for the upcoming year.
Dining & Meal Plans
From the University Dining Center to Mav Ave and beyond, we have a little something for everyone. Meal Plans are required for students living in Residential Life Housing, however, any student can purchase a meal plan for added convenience.
Employment
Explore our available positions and learn about being a part of the Residential Life team.
Parent Resources
Your one-stop-shop for summer orientation topics (including our podcast), important dates for the upcoming year, care packages, & more!
Learning Communities
Live & take classes together! Students in Learning Communities benefit from automatic registration, increased faculty interaction, & academic success in a residence hall setting. Enroll today!
3D Virtual Room Views
We are the only university in Minnesota that offers 3D virtual tours of all room types. Explore, view the floor plan, & take measurements from the comfort of home.
Contact Us
Phone/Email:
(507) 389-1011 or (800) 722-0544
MRS/TTY: (800) 627-3529 or 711
reslife@mnsu.edu
Address:
Residential Life
111 Carkoski Commons
Mankato, MN 56001
Office Hours:
M-F, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Residential Life Housing is the key to a great start at Minnesota State University, Mankato!
Apply for Housing
Students who live on campus have higher GPAs, higher graduation rates, and are more connected & involved at the University. In 5 easy steps, we will show you how to reserve Residential Life Housing for the upcoming year.
Rooms
Let's get visual with 360 degree tours of all our room types. View floor plans, furniture, closets, and more! With four main room types and countless styles, we're confident you'll find a location that meets your needs.
Residence Communities
Your residence community is your home. Each community has many resources and amenities for residents. All of our communities have live-in staff who are there to support you!
Roommates
Having a roommate is part of the college experience. Students who reserve housing by the priority deadline (March 1) will have an opportunity to search/select a roommate.
Student Leadership
Student leadership provides an outlet for students who want to jump into leadership positions in the residence halls. Many times our student leaders move on to greater leadership positions across campus, such as University Ambassadors, Student Events Team, Student Government, & more!
Dining & Meal Plans
From the University Dining Center to Mav Ave and beyond, we have a little something for everyone. Meal Plans are required for students living in Residential Life Housing, however, any student can purchase a meal plan for added convenience.
About Residential Life
We strive to provide convenient living spaces, intentional services, and actively engaged staff to help all students build connections, get involved, and achieve success as a Maverick.
Move-In Day
One of the most exciting days of the year! Click here for everything you want to know about moving into your new home.
Current Residents
Resources for students already living in Residential Life Housing.
Parent Resources
This page is for all parents and guardians of residential students. Find summer orientation information, get answers to your questions, and more!
