Off-Campus Housing Month
Spring 2026
On an annual basis, Commuter and Off-Campus Life hosts an Off-Campus Housing Fair during the Spring semester. This year, we'll expand to a month-long series where students get to join for programs full of hearing from experts about Chicago living, advocacy resources, and other educational opportunities. We will host our series in April 2026!
Social Media Takeover - Off-Campus Living Edition
Every Wednesday in April
Reels via Instagram
Keep up with our Instagram Reels (@uiccocl) as we feature different neighborhoods near UIC where some of our students reside! You can find accommodations for the neighborhoods we feature on our housing platform! We will be featuring four neighborhoods.
Off-Campus Housing Fair SCE
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
11:00am-2:00pm
SCE Concourse
Join us at the Off-Campus Housing Fair, where businesses will showcase their services and a variety of off-campus housing options for students. This event is the perfect opportunity for students to explore different housing options, connect with local businesses, and find the perfect living arrangement for their needs. Whether you’re looking for a cozy studio apartment or a shared house with friends, you’ll find it all at the Off-Campus Housing Fair. Don’t miss out on this chance to discover your ideal off-campus living situation! Many freebies will be offered as well.
Off-Campus Housing Fair SCW
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
11:00am-2:00pm
SCW First Floor Lobby
Join us at the first Off-Campus Housing Fair on West Campus, where businesses will showcase their services and a variety of off-campus housing options for students. This will be a smaller fair ideal for our graduate and professional students.
This event is the perfect opportunity for students to explore different housing options, connect with local businesses, and find the perfect living arrangement for their needs. Whether you’re looking for a cozy studio apartment or a shared house with friends, you’ll find it all at the Off-Campus Housing Fair. Don’t miss out on this chance to discover your ideal off-campus living situation! Many freebies will be offered as well.
Off-Campus Housing Portal 101
Date TBD
Time TBD
Location TBD
Learn from experts at Off Campus Partners (OCP) about how to best navigate our Off-Campus Housing Platform, (offcampushousing.uic.edu) to get the most out of our services! Find a roommate, avoid scams, and access resources from student legal services! Free lunch will be provided!
Morning Chat with Off-Campus Residents
Date TBD
Time TBD
CSRC, Main Lounge
Hear from a range of students about their experiences living off campus! This will include transitioning from dorm rooms to apartments, living with family, creating a non-UIC affiliated fraternity or sorority house/apt, finding housing as an international student, and more! Free breakfast in the CSRC while we chat.