International Students

Welcome to Minnesota

We work closely with our partners in International Student and Scholar Services to provide safe and welcoming housing options for the University of Minnesota’s international community.

Live in one of our residence halls or apartments for the academic year. Learn more about University Housing via the links below or apply for housing.

Housing Options

Choose one of our unique communities and make the most out of your Golden Gopher experience.

Neighborhoods

Our on-campus communities have their own rhythm and unique benefits.

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Don't wait. Applying early for housing puts you in a better position to get one of your preferred assignments.

Early Arrival Housing

Prior to the start of the fall semester, temporary housing is available to all newly admitted international students (this option is not available prior to spring semester). Spouses and children are not eligible to stay in International Early Arrival Housing. Reservations for international early arrival will open on June 1, 2022. Housing is available from July 24 - August 26, 2022.

Early Arrival requests for domestic students are only approved for extenuating circumstances, and limited space is available. If you cancel your housing contract, you are no longer eligible for early arrival housing, and your request will also be canceled. Early arrival requests for domestic students will open in early August 2022.

Submit a Request

Rooms and Fees

Rooms cost $35 per night, per person from the date checked in through the start of your fall contract for those with Fall Housing contracts. If you are an international student without a Fall Housing contract, you will be charged for the dates you stay. This cost will be charged and reflected on your student account in September.

International Early Arrival Housing rooms include linens (bed sheets, blanket), towel, and pillow. Meals are not included in your room price.

Checking In

Once your request is approved you will receive specific details about your check in date and time. Bring your University ID number, University email address, and/or confirmation email for reference at check in. Information Desk staff are available to answer any questions.

Health and safety

Students who are coming from countries outside of the United States do not need to quarantine for two weeks when they arrive. Find more information from the CDC on what to do after you travel and other travel recommendations by country.

Continue to practice good health habits such as hand hygiene and maintaining at least six feet of physical distance from others.
If you develop symptoms, even if mild, you should isolate yourself as quickly as possible and call a healthcare provider such as the Boynton Nurse Line at 612-625-3222.
Respect posted signs for shared spaces and elevators.

Checking Out

Other resources

COVID-19 Updates

Campus Dining

What to Bring

Metro Transit