University Apartments Application

The apartments are reserved for families, graduate students and undergraduates with at least 30 credit hours in good standing with the University. Postdocs and visiting scholars are not eligible.

In order to receive a contract offer for University Apartments, students must be admitted to the University and must meet the minimum enrollment hours requirement:

• Six (6) semester hours for dissertation
• Nine (9) semester hours for graduate and law students
• Twelve (12) semester hours for undergraduate students

Enrollment is not required through the summer semester; however, you must be admitted to the University and be working towards a degree.

Step 1:
Continuing students who are enrolled at the University or prospective students who have completed the admission application can apply for housing at University Apartments when the application opens on Aug. 1.

Explore your room and contract options. University Apartments floor plans can be toured virtually on our University Apartments locations pages.

Step 2:
Visit the housing portal to start your housing application where you can select University Apartments on the location preferences page and your room type preferences. You will also indicate your family housing preferences and complete your roommate profile questions.

Step 3:
Submit the housing application, which will secure you in our applicant pool. There is a $100 non-refundable application fee. Contracts are typically sent out starting in November, in application date order. The sooner you apply for housing, the better your chance of getting a contract.

Step 4:
Receive your housing contract offer. Contracts are offered on a rolling basis dependent on availability. You must accept admission to UT to be eligible to receive a housing contract. Check for this email regularly, and once received, please note the contract offer expiration date listed in the email.

A.   If you did not select the family housing option in Brackenridge Apartments, you can pick your space from what is available. A $500 prepayment ($300 advance payment and $200 deposit) must be submitted through the housing portal prior to signing your contract. The $500 prepayment is a financial commitment for your reservation and will be applied to your first month’s rent or any cancellation fees. After you’ve picked your space and submitted your prepayment, you can sign your contract.

B.   If you selected the family housing option in Brackenridge Apartments, you will need to confirm your family information and floor plan. Once you submit your $500 prepayment, you can sign your contract and submit family affidavits.

Step 5
Pick your preferred move-in date 2 – 8 weeks from the date you signed your contract. We will email you to confirm your move-in date. Once you have your move-in date, prepare to move to University Apartments.

Explore our three complexes through 3D tours, view current rates and check out our amenities on the apartment locations page.

If you have a medical or disability-related need that impacts where you will live, please indicate the type of accommodation you will require in the space provided on your housing application. You will need to submit a request and documentation to Disability and Access (D&A). They will review the documentation you provide and forward our office the recommendations regarding your housing accommodations. All disability information will be kept confidential within D&A. Your request will not be processed unless you submit the documentation to D&A. Learn more about the complete accommodation request process through D&A.

We list apartments that are available over the next two months.

Each apartment has a stove and refrigerator only.

Occupancy limits for Brackenridge (family housing):

• One-bedroom apartment, two–three occupants
• Two-bedroom apartment, two–five occupants
• Three-bedroom apartment, four–seven occupants

Occupancy limits for Colorado and Gateway (single occupancy housing):

• One-bedroom apartment, maximum of one UT Austin student contract holder
• Two-bedroom apartment, maximum of two UT Austin student contract holders
• Guests will not be permitted to reside in or visit Colorado or Gateway units beyond 72 hours

Residents will have the option of submitting a “Guest Extended Visit Request Form” to the housing team. A guest can be approved to visit with the contract holder between 3-21 days.

No, pets are not allowed. Only service animals approved in advance by Disability and Access (D&A) can live in University Apartments.

No, subletting is prohibited.

The monthly rate for the three University Apartments includes room, all utilities (electricity, gas and water), laundry, internet and trash service. See our University Apartments rates page for comprehensive information.

Leases begin and end on the dates listed in the Contract Terms and Conditions. There is a minimum length stay of one year. Contract renewal for the following year takes place during the spring term, during which renewal instructions will be sent to current residents wishing to remain in their assigned apartment. The new term will have new rates. New rates are subject to change and will be available when the renewal process begins.

Completion of a 12-month stay is required to be eligible to vacate without penalty, after proper notice. Vacating after less than 12 months occupancy will result in a re-letting fee of 85% of the remaining month's charges or until the unit is re-leased.

Term limits are a maximum of five years. Current contract holders can request an extension by emailing the housing team with an attached letter from the college with proof of progress toward degree completion and expected graduation date.

No, when you graduate or leave the University, all members of your household must vacate at the same time that you vacate. There is no provision to transfer a contract into another member's name, regardless of relationship. If other members wish to have a contract in their name, they will be required to apply for an apartment and wait for an apartment offer.

“Family members” are defined as individuals who are related to the contract holder by marriage, dependency or some other form of recognized familial relationship. The phrase “familial relationship” is inclusive and captures a broader definition of how people view their families. Familial relationships that are eligible for family housing at University Apartments under this policy include but are not limited to:

• Marriage
• Common law marriage
• Civil union
• Domestic partnership
• Informal marriage
• Fiancée
• Dependent minor
• Parent
• Sibling

Complete a transfer request form and submit it to the housing team. Transfers are granted based on availability.

See the 2025-26 Terms and Conditions.