UM has nine residence halls, all sharing similar amenities but all with a different vibe. You have your choice of residence halls when applying, though applying as early as possible is essential for your best chance of getting your first choice. Housing applications typically open for the following academic year in early October.
You’ll fill out your housing application in the myHousingPortal. Below is information on each of the 9 residence halls at UM and the perks of living in each. For more detailed information on each residence hall, plus other information like off-campus housing, check out the UM Housing main webpage.
In reverse alphabetical order, here are the nine residence halls, followed by UM's Living Learning Communities at the bottom of the post:
Turner Residence Hall
Turner Hall is an all-women's residence hall and is three stories tall. It has rooms on the basement floor, the 2nd floor, and the 3rd floor. Most rooms are doubles, but a select few are singles, and every room has a sink. Turner is right on the Oval and in the center of campus, allowing quick walk times to classes and The Lodge.
The main housing office is located in Turner Hall. There is also the Dell Brown Room, which is a perfect space for studying and visiting with friends. There is also a piano for anyone inclined to play a tune.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Turner Hall Double Room
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Turner Hall Single Room
Pantzer Residence Hall
Pantzer Hall is located on the southwest side of campus and has four floors. It is accessible and has an elevator. Pantzer also has storage units available in the basement for residents to store various items during the school year or over the summer.
Pantzer is the only residence hall with a suite-style layout. Each suite has 4 separate bedrooms, a common space, 2 bathrooms, and a fridge and microwave in the common area of each suite. Each room houses one student and allows for privacy for each student. The bathrooms are also cleaned weekly by custodial staff.
Pro-Tip: Three floors in Pantzer Hall are reserved for upper-class students only. Pantzer also has some suites available for those interested in the open assignment community.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Pantzer Hall 4-Person Suite
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Pantzer Hall Single Room
Miller Residence Hall
Miller Hall is on the south side of campus and offers housing options of doubles, three-person pods, and penthouse singles on the 5th floor. Miller’s floors are divided into two wings, one male and one female. The three-person pods have three separate rooms and a shared common space.
Miller also houses the Global Living Learning Community and has a bus stop directly in front of the hall for convenient commuting. The large lobby area has cozy seating, a piano, and an overall comfortable atmosphere. Gatherings often take place in the lobby area, including the downstairs lounge with a TV for screening events.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Miller Hall Double Room
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Miller Hall 3-Person Pod
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Miller Hall Single Room
Knowles Residence Hall
Knowles Hall is adjacent to Turner Hall and has four floors. The hallways in Knowles are divided into male, female, or co-ed housing. Knowles has a smaller resident population, which creates a comfortable environment. Knowles Hall also includes wings designated for the open assignment community.
With an elevator and room options on the first floor, Knowles is accessible to students with disabilities. There is a large kitchen and lounge area on the first floor, where students can cook or bake together and study in comfortable seating. A TV and a ping-pong table are also in the basement lounge area.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Knowles Hall Double Room
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Jesse Residence Hall
Jesse Hall is on the west side of campus. It is 11 stories tall and has three elevators. A large lounge on the 11th floor has a community kitchen for residents, and each floor has a study lounge.
Because of its height, Jesse offers unique and stunning views of Missoula just outside a resident’s room window. There is also a Mountain Line bus stop close by, which provides students with quick access to the public transportation system. Jesse Hall also features the fastest wireless speeds of all the residence halls on campus.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Jesse Hall Double Room
Elrod Residence Hall
Elrod Hall has single and double rooms, each equipped with a sink. The north wall of Elrod is almost entirely made of windows, which create a light and airy atmosphere indoors no matter what time of year. There is a large lounge in the lobby and a TV lounge in the basement.
Since Elrod is one of the older residence halls, it has a classic feel. There is also a large courtyard outside between Craig Hall and Duniway Hall for students to enjoy when the weather is nice. The lobby offers fun games, such as ping-pong, pool, or chess.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of an Elrod Hall Double Room
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Duniway Residence Hall
Duniway has four floors total, and each floor is either male or female. Since Duniway and Elrod are connected, they share many facilities, including Elrod’s student lounges and main lobby area. Duniway offers traditional double rooms for students.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Duniway Hall Double Room
Craig Residence Hall
Craig Hall is also connected to Duniway and Elrod. Therefore, it provides the opportunity to meet many other students while living there. Craig is four stories tall, and is very popular due to its larger rooms. There are double rooms, triple rooms, and a limited number of single rooms available.
Craig has two laundry rooms, one on the north ground floor and the other on the south ground floor. A study lounge with a piano is near the main lobby, a TV lounge is in the basement, and two large study rooms are on floors 2 and 3.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Craig Hall Double Room
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Craig Hall Triple Room
Aber Residence Hall
Aber Hall is 11 stories tall, but the first six floors are reserved for student support services such as financial aid. Floors 7-11 house the student residents. Each floor has a study room, with a larger TV lounge on the 11th floor. Aber is located on the northeast side of campus and is near many campus amenities such as the University Center, athletics facilities, Campus Recreation and the "M" Trailhead.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of an Aber Hall Double Room
Living Learning Communities (LLCs) at UM
Living Learning Communities (LLCs) at UM offer a unique residential experience by merging classroom learning with students' out-of-class experience. Students with a common academic or social interest live together on the same floor or wing of a Residence Hall, creating a strong community of like-minded learners. Living Learning Communities are only available to first-year students.
Learn more about LLCs and check out the current community options:
Global LLC
The Global LLC is for first-year students interested in global issues and meeting people from different backgrounds and countries. The community includes U.S. and international students. Learn More about the Global LLC.
Honors LLC
The Honors LLC is for incoming honors students who have been accepted into the Davidson Honors College and who are interested in building a stronger community with fellow honors students. Learn More about the Honors LLC.
Outdoor Recreation LLC
The Outdoor Recreation LLC is for students with a passion for exploring Montana's great outdoor and beyond. Students in this community live on the same floor, participate in outdoor activities through the Campus Recreation's Outdoor Program and take a Parks, Tourism & Recreation Management Class together. Learn More about the Outdoor Recreation LLC.
Health Science LLC
The Health Science LLC is for incoming students interested in a science-based major or career, including but not limited to Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Med, Geo-Sciences, Pre-Nursing or Wildlife Biology. Learn More about the Health Science LLC.
Indigenous First Year LLC
The Indigenous First Year Living LLC focuses on programming, community and support for indigenous first-year students, and is linked to students enrolled in the Indigenous First Year Experience (IFYE) seminar. Learn More about the Indigenous First Year LLC.
Flexible Living Options
UM Housing offers a variety of Flexible Living Options to meet the needs of students living on campus. These options provide more choice in roommate assignments, suite styles, and community configurations, including options for older students and those interested in co-ed living arrangements. Learn More about Flexible Living Options at UM.
Top Five Reasons to Live in the Residence Halls
Convenience
Classes, dining and campus social events are a five-minute walk from all the Residence Halls on campus, making life easy and convenient.
Social
Resident Hall Assistant Staff hosts several events and programs throughout the year, offering ways to connect and build community without leaving your living space.
Affordability
No utility bills or hidden costs make UM residence halls some of the most affordable living options in Missoula.
Safety
Campus police and UM Housing staff are available 24/7 as resources for students.
Dining
Campus Dining offers two types of dining plans, a 7-day option and a 5-day option. This provides students with flexibility and a variety of food options within a five-minute walk. Campus dining plans also include access to a nutritionist and a dietitian to help with any dietary questions or concerns.
For more information on housing and other related questions, you can visit the housing website at: https://www.umt.edu/housing
Madison Knapp is a student at the University of Montana who majors in creative writing and minors in French. She is an out-of-state student from Bellingham, Washington. She is also a DHC student and a proud member of the Grizzly Marching Band. Madison lived in Turner Hall her first year at UM and now lives off-campus with friends in an apartment.
