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Residence Halls

Choose from 11 co-ed residence halls offering unique communities, amenities, and styles ranging from modern to historic living options.

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Ball State University Apartments

University Apartments

Off-campus housing near Ball State with a safe, independent community for upper-level students and families.

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Apply through the housing portal to complete your contract and take the next step toward your Ball State living experience.

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Why Our Cardinals Choose to Live on Campus?

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Residents

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Residence Halls

Living-Learning Communities

At Ball State, Living-Learning Communities (LLCs) incorporate the university's experience-based approach to education directly into the environments of our residence halls.

3.03 average Fall GPA for LLC students

81.1% students return for Sophomore year

27 off-campus worksite visits and trips

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