Who is eligible for on-campus housing?
Fall 2013
Spring 2014:
All halls will open at 10am on Sunday, January 13, 2014 for all new and returning students.
First year housing is guaranteed for students who have confirmed admission to the University of Maine by May 1, 2013. We are unable to guarantee housing for incoming first and transfer students who confirm admission to the University of Maine after May 1, 2013. Returning students who have not yet been assigned are not guaranteed housing. We have limited space available for eligible returning students in upperclass suite-style housing (DTAV/Patch). We will continue to assign returning students who are not eligible for DTAV/Patch, who were current residents in Spring 2013 and applied for housing by April 11 as spaces become available.
How are room assignments made?
Which halls are designated as First Year Experience residence halls?
Where are Transfer students assigned?
Transfer students beyond their first year may live in any upperclass hall on campus with available space. For Fall 2013, up to two floors of Kennebec Hall will house the Transfer Living Community, specialized housing tailored to the incoming upperclass transfer student experience. We are unable to guarantee housing to incoming transfer students who did not confirm admission to the University of Maine by May 1, 2013.
Students may change their meal plans once during the first six weeks of each semester. Go to www.umaine.edu/dining for the meal plan change program. If you need a modification to your meal plan for dietary reasons, please click on the information below.
May I request a roommate?
Yes, as long as both students have confirmed admission and submitted a housing application with requested roommate by May 1, 2013. We are unable to accommodate oommate requests after May 1, 2013.
Click here for a list of what to bring, and what not to bring (PDF).
Can I rent or buy a MicroFridge® (combination microwave & refrigerator)?
The MicroFridge® Appliance is approved for use in University of Maine residence halls. This is the only option if you would like BOTH a microwave and a refrigerator for your on-campus room. For more information and to rent or buy a MicroFridge® from the UMaine-approved University Logistics website, www.universitylogistics.net, click here.
You can also call Unversity Logistics with any questions about the MicroFridge® or ordering info to the MicroFridge® Student Rental Call Center at 1.800.525.7307.
To view the latest PDF of the MicroFridge® brochure, please click here.
May I request to have my bed lofted?
Yes. To make your request, please send an e-mail to aux.pmrequests@maine.edu. Click here for lofting options.
Do I need property insurance to protect my belongings at UMaine?
Yes. The University of Maine does not provide insurance for personal possessions. All residents are required to have their own property insurance or coverage under the family’s homeowner policy.
If your personal belongings (laptop, phone, etc) are not covered under your family’s homeowner policy while you are enrolled, please be aware that comprehensive, low-cost Property Insurance designed specifically for college students is available from www.collegestudentinsurance.com . Click here for a brochure with more information (PDF). Click here for information parents should know about property insurance for their students (PDF).
May I change room/roommates?
Yes, except during a Room Freeze (the first and last two weeks of each semester). Please contact your Community Coordinator to request a room change.
If my roommate moves out, may I keep the room to myself?
This option is only available when all requests for campus housing have been accommodated.
There are no singles available at this time. Students with a documented medical need for a single room assignment are given priority for available single rooms.
Room rates are higher for small single room occupancy, single occupancy, premium single or occupying a double room without a roommate
Do the residence halls close during University breaks?
May I cancel my room assignment before moving in? May I move out of my residence hall prior to the end of the academic year?
May I have a car on campus?
Yes, students may have cars on campus, although a car is not necessary.
Should I bring my bicycle to campus?
Yes, students may bring their bikes
Are there banking services on campus?
Yes, there is a full-service Credit Union and two ATM machines on campus. You may want to check with your local bank to see if they have a branch in the Orono-Old Town area.
What is my mailing address?
Below are building codes that are used for sorting mail directly from the regional distribution center prior to being delivered to each residence hall
Use the following format to send mail to residence hall students
Jane or John Student
57XX Student Hall, Rm #
Orono, ME 04469-57XX
Package Pickups for Resident Students
All packages mailed to resident students by the USPS or shipped by a private carrier (ex. FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc.) will be picked up at The Cubby, the US Postal Substation at the Memorial Union. Students will receive an email on their maine.edu account to pick up their package. The student will need their MaineCard ID or driver’s license to receive their package at The Cubby.
To ensure quicker delivery, include the 4-digit zip code extension on all mail.