Living on Campus

First Year Experience

All first-year students at OSU live on campus, making it a welcoming, supportive and exciting place to be. Research has demonstrated that students who live on campus have higher GPAs and become more involved with campus activities and clubs. All Undergraduate Pathway and Undergraduate direct entry students are required to live on campus for three terms.

Living on Campus is for Everyone

Theme floors and special communities are available so that everyone can find the place that’s right for them. There are graduate-only floors, sophomore and above housing and other options to meet the needs of OSU's diverse students.

Social Life

  • Great way to make friends
  • Lots of fun programs and activities; planned weeknights and weekends
  • Different themed living communities

Integration

  • Live anywhere on campus
  • All buildings are integrated with both international and American students
  • Share information about yourself to get a great roommate match

Convenience

  • Minutes away from your classes
  • No monthly bills
  • Lots of food choices nearby
  • Kitchens on every floor
  • Free on-campus transportation

Academic and Cultural Support

  • Academic learning assistants provide tutoring and workshops
  • Community relations facilitators ensure everyone is included
  • Cultural and dietary accommodations available
  • Quiet space available for religious practices
  • Single-gender floors

Safety

  • Buildings are locked 24 hours a day
  • Live-in resident advisor on every floor
  • Resident director in every building
  • 24/7 campus security provided

All-inclusive Amenities and Benefits

  • One all-encompassing fee that includes housing and dining meal plan
  • Continued housing during academic year breaks at no extra cost
  • Fully furnished rooms with a bed, desk, chair and wardrobe for each resident
  • Linen package included: sheets, blanket, pillow, pillowcase, towel
  • Welcome bag for new students with water, snacks and laundry detergent
  • Free wireless internet throughout the building
  • Free self-service laundry facilities
  • Meal plan worth $770
  • Residents receive 25% discount on food purchased in dining halls
  • Leftover meal plan money can be used the following year
  • University Housing and Dining (UHDS) has complete information about living on campus