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To ensure you have a smooth transition to The University of Iowa, plan to arrive in Iowa City no later than the report date on your I-20 or the program beginning date on your DS-2019.

If you do not arrange housing before you arrive in Iowa, we recommend that you arrive early enough to accommodate a search, which can take a few days or up to a week.

Temporary housing for international students
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) cannot help students find housing, but the University offers temporary housing options for new international students who arrive before they have found or can move into more permanent housing.

Temporary Housing Options
Campus Housing Information for Students Arriving Fall 2008

On-campus options
The University offers 10 residence halls and two University-run apartment complexes.

  • Residence halls—International students who choose to live in the residence halls have excellent opportunities to improve their English, make friends, and learn about American society and culture.

    Residence Hall Information

  • University Apartments—The University has nearly 700 rental apartments for single students and those with families. At least one member of the household must be a registered UI student to be eligible to live at University Apartments.

    University Apartments

Off-campus options
The University estimates the average cost of living off campus to be $8,000 per year, per student. The actual cost will vary depending on the type of housing you choose, its distance from campus, and your style of living.

Off-Campus Housing Information

 

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