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 the first half of October.
You’ll fill out your housing application in the housing portal. 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-female-identifying 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.
On the 3rd floor, there is a complimentary tea station with teas and things such as quick oatmeal for residents. The main housing office is located in Turner Hall. There is also the Dell Brown Room, which is a perfect space for larger gatherings with a podium, large projecting screen and piano.
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 of rooms. It is accessible to all students, with rooms on the first floor and 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 small kitchen area with a fridge and microwave. 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.
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 in addition to the Gender Inclusive Community. 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. There are gender-neutral bathrooms in the co-ed wings with individual shower and toilet rooms.
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 far west side of campus. It is 11 stories tall and has three elevators. The floors alternate between male and female housing. A large lounge on the 11th floor has a community kitchen for residents. Each floor has a study lounge, with a TV lounge on the first floor.
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 just next to Jesse Hall, which provides students with quick access to the public transportation system.
Click Here for a Virtual Tour of a Jesse Hall Double Room
Elrod Residence Hall
Elrod Hall has many single 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, two for male students and two for female students. 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 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 first floor. Aber is also accessible for students with disabilities because of the three elevators in the building.
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.
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 a variety of dining plans, providing 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.
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.
