Residence Life
Concordia University, Nebraska is primarily a residential campus, which means most of our students live right here. That’s part of what makes our community so vibrant. While you live in the dorms, you can build lasting friendships, participate in regular hall events and activities and have easy access to academic resources and study groups so you can create memories that will last a lifetime.
Anna and Haley explain what to expect as a first year student in the women’s dorms.
CJ explains what to expect as a first year student in the men’s dorms.
Residence Hall Open/Closed Schedule
Dorms and Dining Halls close for the following breaks during the year. All residents must leave campus during these periods.
| Thanksgiving Break | Closed Nov. 23 at 10 a.m. - Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. |
| Christmas Break | Closed Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. - Jan. 12 at 10 a.m. |
| Spring Break | Closed Mar. 8 at 10 a.m. - Mar. 16 at 10 a.m. |
| End of Year | Closed for non-graduating students: May 9 at 10 a.m. Closed for graduates: May 11 at 10 a.m. |
Residents are expected to check out with their RA before they leave campus for breaks. If you are an athlete who has competitions during the breaks, your coach will give you information about housing and meals.
Requests for exceptions to stay late or return early from breaks must be submitted to the Student Life Office at least two weeks prior to the break and may include a $50/night charge.
On Campus Living Policy 2024-25
All full-time undergraduate students are required to live on campus unless they meet one or more of the following off-campus eligibility requirements.
- 21 years old by December 31 of the academic year they desire to live off campus
- Transferred into Concordia with a completed associate’s degree
- Supporting a child at their residence
- Married before classes start
- Lives with parents at their primary residence in Seward County
All requests to live off campus for any other reason require an exception to this policy.
Off-Campus Housing Exceptions
Exceptions to the On-Campus Residence Requirement are granted due to unusual circumstances that would not be common to other students (for example, medical needs or unique family situations). Financial need is not a circumstance that qualifies for off-campus exception.
Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing to the Vice President for Student Affairs. Guidelines for these requests are available in the Student Life Office. Requests based on medical need must meet the requirements of an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and are processed through Disability Support Services.
Students allowed to live off campus recognize the privilege may be revoked should circumstances change. Any violation of the Student Code of Conduct may also result in this exception and privilege being revoked and may require the student in violation to move on campus. Falsifying information, choosing to reside off-campus without permission, and/or non-compliance with the guidelines allowing the exception to live off-campus may result in disciplinary consequences to the student, including but not limited to, being assessed the full room and board rate.
Financial Aid and Living On Campus
The university's scholarship and grant programs are generally designed to assist students with tuition, room and board. Therefore, students who request an exception to the On-Campus Residence Requirement and are approved will have a $2000 reduction in their annual university financial aid offer. Federal financial aid sources will not be reduced. Please note that this shows up on the bill as a $1000/semester fee.
Students eligible to live off campus for the reasons listed in the On-Campus Residence Requirement above are not subject to the fee.
Call the Student Life Office at 402-643-7411 for information related to the policy.
Emmy Lewis-Zajic
Assistant Director of Student Life
402-643-7413 emmy.lewiszajic@cune.edu
Kerri Gnan
Administrative Assistant - Student Services
402-643-7119 kerri.gnan@cune.edu
Gene Brooks
Vice President for Student Affairs
402-643-7373 gene.brooks@cune.eduCommon Residence Hall Questions
How do new students find out about their roommates?
Students may select their own roommates or let us match you with one based on the preferences listed on your housing contract.
April 15 - Early Housing Assignments: Any students who have their housing contract completed by April 15 will be housed by April 30.
June 1 – Next Housing Round - Any applications that come in between April 16 and June 1 will be housed as we find good matches and no later mid-June. Students may or may not hav
After June 1 – Students who submit housing contracts after June 1 will be housed as soon as we are able to find good roommate matches and housing locations. Please note this can sometimes take a couple of weeks as we may need to wait for more contracts to come in to find a good fit. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please contact SLOhousing@cune.edu.
To find your housing assignments:
- Log in to portal.cune.edu.
- Click on the “Student” tab at the top (may say “New Student”)
- Click on “Banner self-service”
- Click on “Student”
- Then click on “Housing, roommates, meal plans.”
- Make sure you choose the ‘Fall Semester 202510’ term.
We encourage you to start connecting as soon as possible with your roommate through social media, email, and phone conversations. Talk about who is bringing what items and start building a relationship now!
Please email SLOhousing@cune.edu with any housing questions.
Is there internet in the dorm rooms? Is there wireless internet available on campus?
There are high-speed internet connections in each room for each roommate. Students can use an Ethernet cord to connect to the internet or connect to the wireless network.
What is security like for the dorms?
- A variety of safety and security measures are in place on campus. Security personnel are available 24/7/365. During business hours, the safety and security manager and student life office staffs are available.
- Residence halls are locked 24 hours a day and access is controlled through electronic card access. Each floor is locked during certain hours of the day as well. There are resident assistants (RAs) available on every floor, and residence hall coordinators (RCs) also function in a security role by monitoring their halls and reporting any incidents.
- Visitation on the floors is limited after midnight Sunday through Thursday and after 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. There is video surveillance in key areas.
- Should the need arise, the Seward Police Department is located less than a mile away from campus. We are constantly evaluating and improving our security campus-wide.
Is cable TV available in dorm rooms?
Cable TV is available in the residence rooms of the residence halls. This is a streaming service and can be accessed on any computer or device with an internet connection on campus. For help with connecting to cable and/or troubleshooting issues with your cable connection, please visit the following link.
What items are not permitted in a dorm room?
- Weapons
- Highly flammable liquids or explosives (lighter fluid, candles, fireworks, etc.)
- Pets
- Non-university approved lofts (several dorms have loft kits available for use by students)
- Tobacco, drugs, alcohol, or vaping products
- Most kitchen appliances, including but not limited to personal microwaves, minifridges, hot plates, toaster ovens, space heaters, woks, pizza ovens, slow cookers, crock pots, skillets, hotdog/hamburger cookers, airfryers, rice cookers, broilers, etc. due to fire safety regulations.
- The university provides one microwave/mini-fridge combo unit for each room in every building except Jonathan Hall.
What appliances are permitted in a dorm room?
- Coffee pots and electric kettles
- Small personal sized blenders
- The university provides one microwave/minifridge combo unit for each room in every building except Jonathan Hall. Personal microwaves or minifridges are not allowed.
What comes with a room?
Rooms are furnished with curtains and a bed, dresser, desk, chair and closet for each resident. Apartments in Jonathan Hall include furnishings for a living area and kitchen including a full-size stove and refrigerator. Microwaves are allowed in Jonathan apartments, but are not provided by the university.
What does it cost to do laundry?
Laundry costs $1.50 to wash a load and $1.50 to dry. (The price is determined by our vendor and subject to change.) Payments for laundry can be made with quarters or through the PayRange mobile app.
What do students often need or like to have in their room?
NEW THIS YEAR! – All regular residence hall rooms will be supplied with a combination microwave/mini-fridge unit! Because these are provided, personal mini-fridges or microwaves will not be allowed.
Order Dorm Supplies and Sheets – Concordia partners with Dormify to provide dorm essentials. Get everything you need in one spot!
I have more questions. Where do I learn more about student and residential life?
- You can explore the Student Life or Clubs and Organizations pages for more information.
- Your resident assistant will also be a great resource for you.
- During the summer you can also give the Student Life Office (SLO) a call at 800-535-5494, ext. 7411 or contact us at SLOHousing@cune.edu.
Student Life at Concordia
With the majority of Concordia's students living on campus, there is always something going on both during the week and on the weekends. Many of our students come from out of state, meaning they stick around during the weekends. The Student Activities Council regularly schedules fun activities and events like concerts, comedic performances, dances and much more.
Get To Know Us Better
We believe the best way to get the Concordia experience is to visit our supportive and fun campus. We'd love to design a personalized in-person or virtual visit for you and your family, where you can meet with professors, potential coaches, current students and the financial aid office. You’ll be able to get to know some of the people who make our campus special and get the information you'll need to make the best decision for you and your family.