Welcome to the Department of Residence Life at The University of Southern Mississippi. Our department is made up of 27 residence halls, which offer diversified housing options to an on-campus population of more than 3,000 students.

We are committed to our mission of providing a premier physical, social and cultural environment that encourages and supports the holistic development of the residential student.

Residence Life at Southern Miss strives to provide a safe environment that allows for the development of student relationships and the building of fun, living-learning communities...an opportunity for friendships that last a lifetime!

Proud Member of:
The Association of College & University Housing Officers International (ACUHOI)
The Southeastern Association of Housing Officers (SEAHO)
The Mississippi Association of Housing Officers (MAHO)

Now accepting Desk Assistant applications for the fall 2009 semester! Feel free to request the day (7 a.m. to 11 p.m.) shift, however, we do not anticipate any openings. There are several overnight (11 p.m. to 7 a.m.) positions available. Click here to apply!

NOTE: June 15 was the cancellation deadline for the housing contract. As the policy states, the contract is now binding.