🏠 University of Detroit Mercy — Parent Guide

Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of Detroit Mercy.

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🏠 How housing selection works at University of Detroit Mercy

The University of Detroit Mercy offers on-campus residential options for undergraduate and graduate students on the McNichols Campus in northwest Detroit. Housing is available to all enrolled students, with priority given to first-year students.

Application Process: Students apply for housing through the UDM Residential Life portal after receiving their admission offer. A housing deposit is required to confirm a placement. Assignments are made on a rolling basis.

First-Year Experience: Shiple Hall and Holden Hall are the designated first-year residence halls, fostering community through shared programming, peer mentors, and proximity to academic buildings.

Meal Plans: Residential students have access to Titan Dining Hall and other campus dining facilities. Meal plans are required for students living in traditional residence halls.

Upper-Class and Graduate Housing: McNichols Hall and Mercy Hall offer suite-style accommodations for upperclassmen, while University Apartments provide full kitchen access for juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

As of May 27, 2026

📍 Location

Detroit, Michigan, Michigan

🏛️ College Type

university

👥 Enrollment

5,000 total students

🏠 Housing

5 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter

📊 Dorm Comparison by Safety & Cleanliness

DormOverall ★Safety ★Cleanliness ★ReviewsFeatures
Shiple Hall 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator
Holden Hall 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator
McNichols Hall 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming
Mercy Hall 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator
University Apartments 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen

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🎓 Class-Year Housing Guides

Year-specific advice for University of Detroit Mercy dorms — what changes from freshman to senior year:

🎓 Freshman Guide📚 Sophomore Guide📖 Junior Guide🎉 Senior Guide

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