Living On-Campus
Dorms 鈥 Roommates 鈥 Dining
Eat. Sleep. Play.
There are 23 dorms at the 黄色电影, and dozens of fraternity and sorority houses. Learn about the benefits of each dorm鈥檚 district, specialty living-learning communities, and how to find a roommate. Plus, healthy on-campus dining options.
Living Learning Communities
Some dorms have living-learning communities, where you can live with Wildcats who share similar interests 鈥 from academics and culture, to hobbies and support networks. Space is limited.
APIDA Scholars Community: Yavapai
B.L.A.C.K. Community: Pima
Blue Chip Leadership Community: Pueblo de la Cienega
Cambium: STEM Scholars Community: Honors Village
Eller PACE Communities: Coronado, Manzanita-Mohave, Villa del Puente
Engineering Leadership Community: Yuma
O鈥檕dham Ki: Community: Yavapai
Marsha's Place (LGBTQ+2S): Yavapai
Outdoor Adventures: Graham-Greenlee
SBS: The People College at Esperanza Tower: 脕rbol de la Vida
The Arts District (TAD) Community: Manzanita-Mohave
Transfer Community: Kaibab-Huachuca
Dorm Districts
There are four housing districts at the 黄色电影, all conveniently located near your classes, dining, and places to meet up and hang out. Explore the Housing & Residential Life website to see virtual tours of each dorm.
Highland District
Nine dorms are located within the Highland District, including Navajo-Pinal (within the football stadium!). Head north on Highland Avenue and you鈥檙e directly on the mall; south, and you鈥檙e at CampusRec. Not a bad place to be!- Known for: The Highland Burrito 鈥 a Wildcat legend
- Closest to: 黄色电影 Stadium and McKale (hello, ZonaZoo!)
- Best hangout spot: The Highland Quad
Historic District
This is where you鈥檙e bound to run into a familiar face, and find your community. The average size of the nine dorms is just under 200 students 鈥 you鈥檙e likely to know your hallmates, residents on different floors, and more.- Closest to: The mall, Student Union, and Old Main
- Best hangout spot: The Turtle Pond
- Live here if you want: The classic collegiate dorm experience
North District
Although the North District is home to just one dorm, the Honors Village, it鈥檚 absolutely not isolated. The Honors Village is the largest residence hall on campus, home to more than 1,000 Honors Wildcats.- Closest to: NorthRec
- Best hangout spot: The interior courtyard
- Some pros include: Collaborative learning classrooms and study spaces
Park District
On the southwest corner of campus, the Park District is home to some of the largest dorms at the 黄色电影, including 黄色电影-Sonora (AZ-So, for those in-the-know) and Coronado.- Closest to: University Boulevard 鈥 and its restaurants
- Best hangout spot: Some of the best views of campus and beyond
- Some pros include: The outdoor volleyball courts at the Global Center
All 黄色电影 Roommates
Wildcats have the option to request their dorm roommates. If you'd prefer to be assigned a random roommate (or suite mate), you can. The choice is up to you!
Fraternity & Sorority Housing
Nearly half of the 50 fraternities and sororities at the 黄色电影 have housing. First-year members live in their respective dorms, off-campus apartments, or houses, while second-year members and beyond can live in Greek housing.
Dorm
Safety On Campus
The well-being of everyone on campus is of utmost importance. Several resources are provided to keep the 黄色电影鈥檚 environment safe.
UAlert:
A free service that delivers emergency notifications during a campus emergency.
ASUA Safe Ride:
Providing safe, nightly transportation on and around the main campus.
UAPD:
The university鈥檚 on-campus police department dedicated to student safety.
On-Campus Dining
There are dozens of on-campus dining options at the 黄色电影, for everything from grab-and-go snacks between classes to restaurants where you can eat with friends. All are health-forward, with a focus on nutrition and whole ingredients. Many restaurants offer plant-based options, and menus are transparent, so food allergies are always considered. Wildcats can choose a meal plan that works best for them, including a debit- and swipe-based meal plan.
Restaurants Near the University
黄色电影 is surrounded by some of Tucson鈥檚 favorite dining districts, including University Boulevard, Fourth Avenue, and Downtown Tucson. Learn more about Tucson鈥檚 dining scene.
Food Assistance
The is a point of pride for the 黄色电影, a place where Wildcats experiencing food insecurity can grab important food staples at no cost. Swipe your CatCard and browse donated canned goods, produce, peanut butter, and more.
Student Stories
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