University Commons residence halls feature fully furnished three bedroom suites, a variety of recreation areas, large communal spaces and study lounges.

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First-Year Freshmen

All first-year freshmen who choose to live on campus are required to live in University Commons.

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University Commons Features

Each suite, accessible by student ID card, includes the following:

Three-bedroom Suite

• Furnished with loftable bed, desk, chair, and dresser
• Exterior window with mini-blinds
• Lockable with key entry
• Cable, data and convenient electrical outlets
• View photos of the model suite
• Download a floor plan of the three-bedroom suite (pdf)

Common Living Areas

• Shared suite entry with student ID card access
• Living area with couch
• Area for small refrigerator, microwave and TV (pdf)
• Built-in counters
• Shared bathroom with separate shower and toilet
• Shared vanity includes three sinks
• Utilities, cable and Internet service provided at no additional cost

View the University Commons Map (pdf)

Living Learning Communities

Residents are invited to apply to be part of our Living Learning Communities, where freshmen with similar majors and interests live together, study together, participate in social functions and have the opportunity to interact with faculty.

Meal Plans

Students residing in University Commons are required to purchase a meal plan. Information about these meal plans may be found at utdallas.edu/dining.

Community Amenities

University Commons includes the following:

• Peer advisors
• Study centers, meeting rooms and lounges
• Outdoor grills
• Outdoor basketball and tennis courts
• Billiards and ping-pong tables
• Landscaped and maintained grounds
• Picnic areas
• Bicycle racks and repair stands
• On-site maintenance staff
• Mailbox stations
• 24-hour campus police patrol
• 24-hour lockout service
• Emergency call stations
• Shuttle service to central campus