Living Learning Programs

Housing Registration for 2026-2027

Be part of the Cowboy family!

This housing registration timeline applies to first-year students interested in being part of the Living Learning Programs (LLPs) .

Housing Registration begins February 1 at 8 a.m. To register, log in to the OSU Housing Portal using your O-Key credentials.

Note: The dates and details listed below may change. Unless otherwise specified, all activities close at 11:59 p.m. All times listed are in Central Standard Time (CST).

What you need to know

• What are LLPs?
  • Living Learning Programs are specialized living environments where you live with fellow students who have similar academic interests or hobbies.
  • Explore the Living Learning Programs and find which program matches your interests.
• Key Steps
  • Once you’ve been accepted to OSU, submit your LLP application through the OSU Admissions Application Portal..
  • In addition to applying for an LLP, you must also register for housing beginning February 1.
  • If you are accepted into an LLP, your room assignment will be within the designated LLP housing area.
• Key Dates and Deadlines
  • October 1 – February 1: Priority consideration for LLP applications.
  • February 1: Housing registration opens.
  • LLP notifications are sent by email. Room assignments are sent later.
  • Week of April 19: Students who qualified for the priority consideration will receive an email with their room assignment.

» Housing Accommodations

If you need housing accommodations based on disability or health-related issues or need to register emotional support animals (ESAs), visit Student Accessibility Services or call phone (voice/TTY) at 405-744-7116.

» Fines and Fees

Visit Financial Responsibility for more information about fines, fees, charges and refunds. 

» About Registration

If you would like a walk-through of the housing registration portal, follow this link for 

• First-year students: step-by-step instructions.
• Returning residents: step-by-step instrutions.