To apply for housing, new freshmen must first be admitted to the University of West Alabama and must pay their $200 Enrollment Confirmation Fee (ECF), which is managed by the UWA Admissions Office and may be paid online. Freshmen may still apply for housing at any time but are strongly encouraged to apply by the appropriate date below.
| Beginning Term | Application Available | Apply By |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | October 1st | May 15th |
| Spring | October 1st | November 15th |
| Summer | March 1st | May 1st |
Housing applications are available in the MyHousing portal under Applications & Forms in the main menu.
Special Accommodations Request
Students with disabilities that may need special housing accommodations must contact Will Atkinson, Director of Student Advocacy and Parent Support, via email at watkinson@uwa.edu. While students can request accommodations at any time, it is recommended to complete requests as outlined below. Limited space may limit the university’s ability to fulfill a request after these dates.
| Housing Term | Request Special Accommodations By |
|---|---|
| Fall | March 1st |
| Spring | November 1st |
| Summer | April 1st |
Learn more about ADA Accommodations here.
MyHousing Portal
UWA’s MyHousing portal offers application information, timely messages regarding policies and procedures, including upcoming deadlines, potential issues, and more. In addition, you can update your information, check your housing assignment and dining plan and find many online housing forms.
Have a Question?
Please call (205) 652-3686.