Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee offers on-campus and off-campus university housing options across several residence halls on the east side of Milwaukee. Housing is available to all enrolled students, with priority given to first-year students and those who apply early.
Application Process: Students apply for housing through the UWM housing portal. A housing deposit is required to secure a placement. Assignments are made on a rolling basis and communicated via email.
Class-Level Options: Sandburg Hall's North and South Towers primarily house first-year and sophomore students. Cambridge Commons and Purin Hall are available to upperclassmen. Kenilworth Square and RiverView Hall offer apartment-style living for upperclassmen and graduate students.
Meal Plans: Residential students have access to Sandburg Dining and The Panther Dining Hall, with a variety of meal plan options. Meal plans are required for students living in Sandburg Hall towers.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Wisconsin
university
24,000 total students
8 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandburg Hall (North Tower) | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Sandburg Hall (South Tower) | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Cambridge Commons | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Kenilworth Square | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Purin Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming |
| RiverView Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Sandburg Hall (East Tower) | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Sandburg Hall (West Tower) | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
Year-specific advice for University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee dorms — what changes from freshman to senior year:
Looking for something specific? Browse University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee dorms filtered by amenity: