Welcome Xavier family!

Please be advised that the housing applications for Spring 2026 are open from now until November 1st. Students can view their assignment status and important housing updates in their housing portal.

Please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Residential Education at reslife@xula.edu or 504-520-7321 with any questions.

Creating an Engaging Community

Our residential education program creates an engaging environment where students live, learn and thrive. We develop a sense of belonging, provide opportunities for personal growth, and foster a safe and supportive environment. Our team aims to make the University of Xavier feel like home. The mission of the Office of Housing & Residence Life to support the academic mission of the institution by providing a safe, comfortable physical environment in which one is able to pursue academic endeavors and achieve personal growth within the boundaries of community standards and respect for others.

Our primary purpose is to assist in and contribute to the development of the “whole” person (intellectual, spiritual, emotional, ethical and physical components) by utilizing the resources and services of the university and community. Therefore being committed to providing a quality living and learning environment, we will contribute to the overall positive development and education of each student within the residence halls.

Housing Application

3 Main Reasons to Live on Campus:

Community

Living on campus is the best option for students who want to be in the thick of things. By living on campus, you’ll have access to a variety of activities and events that will keep you connected with the Xavier community. You’ll be near your friends and neighbors, which will help make it easier to get involved in extracurricular activities, clubs, or simply having fun.

Safety

Living in our residence halls is the safest way to live on campus. Our police department has experienced officers, top-notch security systems (X-card, cameras, and individual keys), and a desk staff that works most of the day and night. You can feel safe and secure living in our residence halls.

Convenience

Living on campus is the best way to ensure that you're getting the most out of your education. You'll be so close to your classes that walking is easy and convenient—you won't have to worry about fighting for a parking spot or driving long distances. You'll also be near many other important aspects of a student's life: the cafeteria, library, student union and campus recreation center.

Resources

Steps for On-Campus Living

  1. You must submit a housing deposit of $300. $100 is a nonrefundable application fee.  
  2. Log into the housing portal and submit your housing application. 
  3. If the application is not available please contact us for next steps. 
  4. Housing is manually completed for the 1st time students only, you do not choose where you live.  

New Student Housing – Fall 2026

The Fall 2026 New Student Housing Application opens January 15, 2026. It will remain open until we reach full capacity.

If the hyperlink doesn't work please apply by, visiting www.xula.edu, select Quick Links, choose Online Resources, and then select Housing Application.

Students must be enrolled at XULA, have access to their student ID and email, and submit a $300 housing deposit ($100 non-refundable).

After applying, students must retain fiscal and health clearance and regularly check their XULA student portal for housing updates.

Visitation Policy:

  1. Visitation Hours are from 12:00pm-12:00am daily.
  2. In order to check a guest in and out of a building, you and your guest will need a valid driver's license or state ID
  3. You cannot chekc more than 2 people into the building at a time.
  4. You must remain with your guest at ALL times.
  5. In order to check your guest out, ALL parties must be present.
Failure to abide by the visitation rules can reuslt in a lost of vistation privileges for the remainder of the semester.

Mail & Package Delivery Guidelines for Move-In 

To help us maintain an organized and efficient package system during move-in, please carefully follow the guidelines below: 

📦 Package Arrival Window 

Packages may not arrive more than 48 hours prior to your scheduled move-in date. Any packages that arrive earlier than this window will not be stored and may be returned to the sender. 

Packages will be held in the residence halls for a maximum of 48 hours. After that, unclaimed packages may be sent back to the return address on file. We are unable to make exceptions due to limited storage space and high package volume during move-in.  

🧭 Proper Mailing Address Format 

To ensure your package is delivered correctly, please use the following format: 

[First and Last Name] 
1 Drexel Dr. 
[Building Name], [Room Number] (e.g., DP, 123) 
New Orleans, LA 70125 

 Incorrect or incomplete addresses may result in delays or misrouted deliveries. 

 

The Office of Residential Living at Xaiver University of Louisiana maintains a student-focused living experience for residents by providing dynamic residential communities and co-curricular opportunities in a safe and secure environment. All while advancing the educational mission of the university by developing students and providing resources that foster a positive living-learning experience.