Ferris State University's Office of Housing and Residence Life

Ferris State University's Office of Housing and Residence Life Welcome Home. All Ferris residence halls are completely smoke free. All rooms have internet and cable connections. Most halls have wireless internet as well.

Ferris State University Housing and Residence Life has three different housing choices for our current students:

Ferris State University offers a number of residence hall options to accommodate your preferences. Each hall is equipped with laundry facilities as well as a small kitchenette. Students in these halls must select one of the following dining plans: Bulldog Anytime Platinum, Bulldog Anyt

ime Gold, Bulldog Anytime Silver, or Bulldog Anytime Bronze. East Campus Suites is neither a residence hall nor an apartments. Each of the three 3-story buildings will be home to 100 students. Each building will house 24 4-bedroom suites and 2 2-bedroom suites. Every student will have their own furnished bedroom and will share a full bathroom with one other student. A furnished living room and full kitchen combine to provide the feeling of home in each suite. Ferris State University provides 288 University Apartments to meet the needs of single students and students with families. The University Apartments are divided into two different complexes: West Campus and South Campus.

Attention Ferris State Students! 🚗 Fall parking permits for campus apartment residents and commuters go on sale July 22....
07/18/2024

Attention Ferris State Students! 🚗 Fall parking permits for campus apartment residents and commuters go on sale July 22. For our Campus residence Halls, the permits go on sale on August 5. So get ready to register your cars online! Visit ferris.edu/parking.

Do you remember your move-in day? Let’s make sure our incoming students have unforgettable memories, too! Ferris State H...
07/11/2024

Do you remember your move-in day? Let’s make sure our incoming students have unforgettable memories, too! Ferris State Housing needs returning students, RSOs, and Greek life to help welcome our new Bulldogs on August 22-23. Show your Bulldog Pride, make new friends, and get a FREE Bulldogs in Action t-shirt! 🐾
Sign up for a shift using the link in our bio by August 5, 2024. Questions? Contact Lisa Ortiz at [email protected].



Housing and Residence Life needs your feedback! Ferris State University values the diverse roles and experience of our c...
07/09/2024

Housing and Residence Life needs your feedback!

Ferris State University values the diverse roles and experience of our community members. This exercise aims to gather your insight on how different roles influence your needs and how a new residence hall can help you reach your goals. Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of our campus. Please visit https://tinyurl.com/mrxh3yre to access the survey. Ferris State students and their families can participate, and feel free to submit multiple entries.

Thank you for your participation and know that all responses are completely anonymous. Thank you!

Housing and Residence Life needs your feedback! Ferris State University values the diverse roles and experience of our c...
06/07/2024

Housing and Residence Life needs your feedback!

Ferris State University values the diverse roles and experience of our community members. This exercise aims to gather your insight on how different roles influence your needs and how a new residence hall can help you reach your goals. Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of our campus. Please see our link in bio and select the first option to take the survey. Ferris State students and their families can participate, and feel free to submit multiple entries.

Thank you for your participation and know that all responses are completely anonymous. Thank you!

Ferris Pride Friday is back! The first Friday of every month, wear your Ferris apparel and Ferris pride pin, and you can...
06/07/2024

Ferris Pride Friday is back! The first Friday of every month, wear your Ferris apparel and Ferris pride pin, and you can get some awesome discounts at designated Ferris retail spots! Can't wait to see you showing your Ferris Pride!

🏠Starting your journey at Ferris State? 🌟 Make sure you check off your housing contract — it’s legally binding and your ...
06/07/2024

🏠Starting your journey at Ferris State? 🌟 Make sure you check off your housing contract — it’s legally binding and your gateway to campus life!🔑

🐾Bulldogs, it's that time again! Whether you're a foodie or just fueling up for classes, selecting the right meal plan m...
06/05/2024

🐾Bulldogs, it's that time again! Whether you're a foodie or just fueling up for classes, selecting the right meal plan matters. Swipe through for the simple steps to secure your meal plan at Ferris. Fall meal plans are on sale now at idcard.ferris.edu.




Did you know living on campus has a ton of perks? Here's just a few …
06/03/2024

Did you know living on campus has a ton of perks? Here's just a few …

🐾 Bulldog Bound? Move-in details coming your way in July! Get ready for our special giveaways and gear up for an awesome...
05/08/2024

🐾 Bulldog Bound? Move-in details coming your way in July! Get ready for our special giveaways and gear up for an awesome fall semester at Ferris State University. Can't wait to see you at Orientation! 📦🍂

Lighten your load responsibly at the 2024 Dump & Run! Donate unwanted items like cleaning supplies, food, clothes, and m...
04/26/2024

Lighten your load responsibly at the 2024 Dump & Run! Donate unwanted items like cleaning supplies, food, clothes, and more. Drop-off bins available in residence hall lobbies from April 29 to May 4. Let's give back and make a difference together! Donations will be distributed to local food pantries and service organizations.

Get ready to roll into Mardi Gras with Ferris Housing! Join us for a spectacular Mardi Gras Skate on Tuesday, February 1...
01/31/2024

Get ready to roll into Mardi Gras with Ferris Housing! Join us for a spectacular Mardi Gras Skate on Tuesday, February 13th, from 8pm-10pm at Big Rapids Roller Rink downtown. FREE admission and skate rental for Ferris students! Indulge in the festive spirit with beads, masks, giveaways and more! See you there, Bulldogs! 🎉

Looking for an activity to keep you warm and entertained this winter? Big Rapids community has a bunch of indoor enterta...
01/25/2024

Looking for an activity to keep you warm and entertained this winter? Big Rapids community has a bunch of indoor entertainment to keep you out of the cold! Stay warm, Bulldogs!

01/24/2024

One more week, Bulldogs! The last day to receive discounts for 2024-2025 on-campus housing is Wed, Jan. 31st. Returning students can save up to $945 per semester with Ferris Housing residence halls (does not include North Hall, ECS, and West Campus Apartments). You can still sign after Jan. 31st but incentives for a chance to win $500 will not be available. New student room selection begins Feb. 1 so get your pick of housing while you still can! If you need help, head to our Return Contracting assistance session on Tuesday, January 30 from 11-2 in DEC 209. Keep the memories going, and sign with Ferris State Housing today!

Still trying to figure out if you want to live on campus or do you still need help? We have one final return contracting...
01/23/2024

Still trying to figure out if you want to live on campus or do you still need help? We have one final return contracting assistance session on January 25th in DEC 209 from 11am to 2pm so stop on by, and don't forget to grab your exclusive gift from Ferris Housing when you sign your contract! You Belong. Stay On.

To our campus residents, we ask that you move your vehicles to the nearest commuter lot prior to 6am on Saturday, Januar...
01/19/2024

To our campus residents, we ask that you move your vehicles to the nearest commuter lot prior to 6am on Saturday, January 20. Grounds will be plowing residential lots on Saturday. Cars may be returned on Sunday, January 21. Thank you for your cooperation!

Hey parents! Make sure your kids don't miss out on all the fantastic giveaways we do on our Instagram ! We have given aw...
01/18/2024

Hey parents! Make sure your kids don't miss out on all the fantastic giveaways we do on our Instagram ! We have given away AirPods, Tablets, Coffee machines, and SO much more, and we always run a special summer move-in giveaway for items they may need for their transition to campus! We don't want them to miss a thing like important dates/events, contracting information, and updates on campus, and you can follow us on Instagram, too! Want more? Follow on TikTok.
# followus

MLK Day is right around the corner and if you need a ride around campus that day, the DART campus shuttle will be runnin...
01/10/2024

MLK Day is right around the corner and if you need a ride around campus that day, the DART campus shuttle will be running on Jan. 15th, so you can get where you need to go in warmth!

Do you ride the Rapid bus to or from campus? 🌟 Stay in the loop with our shuttle text group for real-time updates on une...
01/08/2024

Do you ride the Rapid bus to or from campus? 🌟 Stay in the loop with our shuttle text group for real-time updates on unexpected delays and closures for the Ferris 100 route. With winter weather coming, we want you to be in the know. https://groupme.com/join_group/92492929/bgjTlJ1p

Welcome back, Bulldogs! We are excited for a new year and see what our Bulldogs do this year! Keep an eye out on our Ins...
01/07/2024

Welcome back, Bulldogs! We are excited for a new year and see what our Bulldogs do this year! Keep an eye out on our Instagram and Tiktok for some amazing content and fantastic giveaways!
#2024

Happy Holidays from Ferris Housing! We hope your holidays are merry and bright!
12/25/2023

Happy Holidays from Ferris Housing! We hope your holidays are merry and bright!

🏠Ferris Housing wishes all our graduating Bulldogs a happy graduation! 🎓May you treasure all the fun memories you made w...
12/15/2023

🏠Ferris Housing wishes all our graduating Bulldogs a happy graduation! 🎓
May you treasure all the fun memories you made with us on campus as you begin this exciting next chapter of your life! ✨





🎄 His heart might be two sizes too small, but that's not stopping the Grinch from throwing a HUGE giveaway! 🎁This Decemb...
12/08/2023

🎄 His heart might be two sizes too small, but that's not stopping the Grinch from throwing a HUGE giveaway! 🎁
This December 11th, Monday — catch the Grinch around campus and grab goodies for a Merry Grinchmas brought to you by Ferris Housing! ✨





Hey, new Bulldogs and Bulldogs back from winter break! Spring Move-In begins Friday, January 5th at 8am. Don't forget to...
12/07/2023

Hey, new Bulldogs and Bulldogs back from winter break! Spring Move-In begins Friday, January 5th at 8am. Don't forget to stop at your community's front desk to check in when you get here. Let's great ready for a great spring semester!

🚨BREAKING NEWS!🚨🐾 Parents, new student housing contracts for 2024-2025 are officially OPEN! 🏠 Make sure your college stu...
12/05/2023

🚨BREAKING NEWS!🚨

🐾 Parents, new student housing contracts for 2024-2025 are officially OPEN! 🏠 Make sure your college student secures a spot in our welcoming community so they don't miss an unforgettable chapter with Ferris Housing! ✨ Visit ferris.edu/housing now! Also, have your student follow on Instagram for move-in giveaways, events, and more!





Bulldogs! Looking to stay in your same room on campus next year? Be sure to sign your return contract today and select y...
11/28/2023

Bulldogs! Looking to stay in your same room on campus next year? Be sure to sign your return contract today and select your room to GUARANTEE you'll be in your same room. Visit the MyHousing Portal on Ferris360 by 11:59pm TONIGHT to complete your same room selection!
You belong, Stay On!

Hey, New Bulldogs coming in fall 2024! Did you know that you are able to sign your fall 2024-2025 housing contract with ...
11/28/2023

Hey, New Bulldogs coming in fall 2024! Did you know that you are able to sign your fall 2024-2025 housing contract with Ferris State Housing starting on December 5th? Check out the MyHousing portal through Ferris360 to sign your contract! Visit the Ferris State Housing channel on YouTube to see what campus and campus living is like. We are so excited to have you!

Happy Thanksgiving, Bulldogs! We hope you have a wonderful holiday!
11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving, Bulldogs! We hope you have a wonderful holiday!

Are you graduating in December or leaving for an internship? Consider donating your leftover meal swipes to the Bulldog ...
11/17/2023

Are you graduating in December or leaving for an internship? Consider donating your leftover meal swipes to the Bulldog Basic Needs Alliance (BBNA). Visit idcard.ferris.edu and click donate on the left panel menu to help out a Bulldog in need! 🐶 See all the good things the BBNA is doing at ferris.edu/bbna

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Big Rapids, MI
49307

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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