Housing Options & Meal Plans
About Student Housing
You are free to choose the housing accommodation that best fits your needs. We have both on-campus and off-campus options. Please carefully explore the options and let us know if you have any questions.
On-Campus Housing
The majority of students who choose the on-campus housing option will be placed in one of two options.
The first option is a contemporary dormitory called Residence Hall 3 (RH3). These are double occupancy rooms (shared bedrooms). Residents in our contemporary halls enjoy in-room bathrooms, study rooms on each floor, conference rooms, community kitchens, and lounges with TVs on each floor. Each room includes a microwave/fridge. More information and current rates can be found at http://studenthousing.olemiss.edu and pictures of the facility can be seen here.
The second option is an apartment-style living complex called the Quarters. The Quarters feature four bedrooms per unit. Bedrooms have a private bathroom, and living space, kitchen and dining, and laundry are shared between a total of four roommates. The Quarters also features study rooms, computer labs, a 24/7 gym, and a pool! More information and current rates can be found on the Student Housing website and on the Quarters website.
Students living in RH3 or the Quarters will likely have an international student roommate. They will be a part of our international student living community. Roommate requests are possible. In order to request a specific roommate, both students must email exchange@olemiss.edu and confirm who they wish to room with. If both students submit the request prior to room assignment and complete the Housing application on time, they will be placed together.
An on-campus meal plan is NOT required, but recommended if living in an on-campus residence hall. Please see more information below.
Housing Rules and Policies
All students living in on-campus facilities will have to follow policy and procedures as stated by the University and Department of Student Housing. For information about these policies and procedures for things like housing contract, room changes, alcohol use, visitors, etc. please visit https://studenthousing.olemiss.edu/policies/.
Applications will be typically become available in May for the following fall semester and October for the following spring semester. We will notify all admitted students when they can apply for on-campus housing.
* Students applying through special programs may be placed in a dorm other than RH3 depending upon program requirements. Specifically, students required to have an American roommate will likely not be placed in RH3, as that is our international student living community and students placed there have an international roommate.
The first option is a contemporary dormitory called Residence Hall 3 (RH3). These are double occupancy rooms (shared bedrooms). Residents in our contemporary halls enjoy in-room bathrooms, study rooms on each floor, conference rooms, community kitchens, and lounges with TVs on each floor. Each room includes a microwave/fridge. More information and current rates can be found at http://studenthousing.olemiss.edu and pictures of the facility can be seen here.
The second option is an apartment-style living complex called the Quarters. The Quarters feature four bedrooms per unit. Bedrooms have a private bathroom, and living space, kitchen and dining, and laundry are shared between a total of four roommates. The Quarters also features study rooms, computer labs, a 24/7 gym, and a pool! More information and current rates can be found on the Student Housing website and on the Quarters website.
Students living in RH3 or the Quarters will likely have an international student roommate. They will be a part of our international student living community. Roommate requests are possible. In order to request a specific roommate, both students must email exchange@olemiss.edu and confirm who they wish to room with. If both students submit the request prior to room assignment and complete the Housing application on time, they will be placed together.
An on-campus meal plan is NOT required, but recommended if living in an on-campus residence hall. Please see more information below.
Housing Rules and Policies
All students living in on-campus facilities will have to follow policy and procedures as stated by the University and Department of Student Housing. For information about these policies and procedures for things like housing contract, room changes, alcohol use, visitors, etc. please visit https://studenthousing.olemiss.edu/policies/.
Applications will be typically become available in May for the following fall semester and October for the following spring semester. We will notify all admitted students when they can apply for on-campus housing.
* Students applying through special programs may be placed in a dorm other than RH3 depending upon program requirements. Specifically, students required to have an American roommate will likely not be placed in RH3, as that is our international student living community and students placed there have an international roommate.
Off-Campus Housing - Independent Booking
There are many other off-campus housing options available to students. The best place to start looking is offcampus.housing.olemiss.edu/.
If you choose any of these housing options, you must arrange accommodations on your own. Please remember that some apartments are not within walking distance of campus and are not located on a city bus route.
No matter where you choose to live off campus, be sure to request a written lease from your landlord including:
If you choose any of these housing options, you must arrange accommodations on your own. Please remember that some apartments are not within walking distance of campus and are not located on a city bus route.
No matter where you choose to live off campus, be sure to request a written lease from your landlord including:
- A description of property and total number of people allowed to live in the property,
- Specific occupancy dates/length of lease,
- Subletting allowance,
- Deposit requirements,
- Monthly rent amount and due date,
- How utilities (electricity, cable, water, etc.) are handled, and
- Responsibility of maintenance and repairs.
We understand that choosing a place to live can be difficult. Please reach out to exchange@olemiss.edu with any questions about off-campus housing options. Below, we have outlined the pros and cons of different housing options around Oxford for your reference.
Pros and Cons: Comparing Your Housing Options
Residence Hall 3
291 Rebel Drive, University, Mississippi 38677
Website: https://studenthousing.olemiss.edu/residence-hall-3/
Pros and Cons: Comparing Your Housing Options
Residence Hall 3
291 Rebel Drive, University, Mississippi 38677
Room features
- Shared bedroom/bathrooms
- Community kitchen
- Fully furnished
- Gym
- Food court
- Student union
- Community lounges
+ Free Wi-Fi
+ Walking distance to classes
+ Trash, water, cable are free
+ Free shuttle to downtown
+ Free maintenance
- Shared room and bathroom (with one other person)
- More expensive than off-campus housing
- Shared Kitchen (every room has its own microwave and fridge)
- Pay for washer and dryer
- Cannot receive mail (would have to purchase mailbox)
- No visitors after 2:00 am
- Kitchenware and bedding are not included
+ Walking distance to classes
+ Trash, water, cable are free
+ Free shuttle to downtown
+ Free maintenance
- Shared room and bathroom (with one other person)
- More expensive than off-campus housing
- Shared Kitchen (every room has its own microwave and fridge)
- Pay for washer and dryer
- Cannot receive mail (would have to purchase mailbox)
- No visitors after 2:00 am
- Kitchenware and bedding are not included
The Quarters
101 Creekmore Blvd, Oxford MS 38655
Website: https://thequartersoxford.com/
Apartment features
- 3-4 bedroom apartments
- Single bedroom, all private bathrooms
- Walk-in closets in each bedroom
- Washer and dryer
- Tv included
- Gym
- Pool
- Computer lab
- Clubhouse
- Volleyball + Tennis court
+ Campus shuttle
+ Trash, water, sewer, and cable are free
+ Free maintenance
+ Resident events
- No shuttle to downtown
- Kitchenware and bedding are not included
- TV is not included
- Frequent internet outages
+ Trash, water, sewer, and cable are free
+ Free maintenance
+ Resident events
- No shuttle to downtown
- Kitchenware and bedding are not included
- TV is not included
- Frequent internet outages
Lark Oxford
109 Anchorage Road, Oxford MS 38655
Website: https://larkoxford.com/
Apartment features
- 1-5 bedroom apartments
- Single bedrooms, all private bathrooms
- Walk-in closets in each bedroom
- Fully furnished
- Washer + Dryer
Amenities
- Gym + yoga room
- Steam room + sauna
- Pool + hot tub
- Study rooms + computer room
- Clubhouse (ping pong, pool, nintendo switch etc)
- Volleyball + basketball court
- Fire pit + grilling station
Pros and Cons
+ Campus shuttle
+ Less expensive than on-campus housing
+ Fast Wi-Fi included and free
+ Trash, water, sewer, and cable are FREE
+ Free shuttle to downtown Oxford
+ Free maintenance
+ Resident + social events
- Electricity not included (split between roommates)
- Kitchenware and bedding not included
+ Less expensive than on-campus housing
+ Fast Wi-Fi included and free
+ Trash, water, sewer, and cable are FREE
+ Free shuttle to downtown Oxford
+ Free maintenance
+ Resident + social events
- Electricity not included (split between roommates)
- Kitchenware and bedding not included
U Club Townhomes
100 U Club Cove, Oxford MS 38655
Website: https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/ms/oxford/u-club-townhomes-at-oxford
* U Club Townhomes does not have short term leases available (5 months). It is ideal for students staying for two semesters.
Apartment features
- 3 bedroom townhouses
- Private and shared bedrooms
- Walk-in closets in each bedroom
- Washer + dryer
- Fully furnished
- TV included
- Gym
- Pool + hot tub
- Study rooms
- Clubhouse
- Volleyball + ping pong
- Grilling station + fire pit
+ Campus shuttle
+ Free maintenance
+ Shuttle to downtown
+ Less expensive than on-campus housing
+ Free Wi-Fi
+ Free shuttle to downtown
- No short term leases
- Kitchenware and bedding are not included
+ Free maintenance
+ Shuttle to downtown
+ Less expensive than on-campus housing
+ Free Wi-Fi
+ Free shuttle to downtown
- No short term leases
- Kitchenware and bedding are not included
Food and Meal Plans
On-Campus Meal Options
You can sign up for a meal plan after you arrive to camps. Please visit the Ole Miss Dining website for more information about locations, current menus, and meal plan options. There are plenty of different meal plan options at different prices, and you can choose the plan that suits you best.
The Meal Plan 101 site is helpful in understanding your meal plan options and related terminology such as "Flex Dollars" or "Meal Swipes." In addition to the dining halls we have a lot of on-campus dining locations where you can either pay for your meals with a credit or debit card, or use your dining or Flex dollars.
What are Flex dollars?
Flex is a system where students can upload money to their student ID card to pay for food at on-campus restaurants. Exchange students do not automatically have any Flex dollars on their account. To add money to your Flex account, you can visit the Student ID Center.
Starship Delivery
Ole Miss recently introduced the Starship Deliveries program. When you first see these little robots traveling around campus, you might be curious what they are doing. They deliver food! If you want to use Starship Delivery on campus you can, you just need the iPhone or Android app. They deliver food from a variety of our on-campus vendors.
Off-Campus Meal Options
From fast food to award-winning restaurants, Oxford has many venues for you to try amazing food! Explore the dining options and famous restaurants on the Visit Oxford website. In addition, there are grocery stores and markets if you want to cook for yourself that are accessible via public transportation.
If you are preparing your budget for your upcoming exchange program, here are the approximate costs for off-campus meals:
- Breakfast: $5-12
- Coffee: $4-8
- Lunch: $10-15
- Dinner: $12-25
- Dessert: $3-6