811 W. Maxwell St. (Apartments) - OR - 940 W. Harrison St. (Rooms) - OR - 1933 West Polk Street (Suite), Chicago,
Intern Housing Availability
Max. Length of Stay:
Last Check In: July 31, 2026
Last Check Out: August 1, 2026
About Us
Located in the heart of Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago has available accommodations for visiting interns to make your stay comfortable. UIC is conveniently located just steps away from public transportation to make your commute to downtown or nearby internship hubs quick and smooth. UIC is the perfect fit when choosing intern housing as it is centrally located to popular Chicago landmarks, Lake Michigan, and trendy spots to visit. Whether you are local to Chicago or moving here for your summer internship, UIC is here for you!
Our facilities offer a variety of room styles in air-conditioned residence halls throughout our east and south sides of campus.
Below are the housing options available to interns:
- Private or shared (2-person) accommodations with a community bathroom on each floor.
- Suite-style rooms offer a combination of private and shared (2-person) accommodations with a shared bathroom in each unit.
- Apartment-style rooms offer private bedrooms with shared common area space and a shared bathroom in the unit.
*Co-Op, Study Tour, Research, and Travel Nurse housing is available year-round in our Guest Housing. Information about Guest Housing can be found here.
Thank you for considering the University of Illinois Chicago to be part of your internship journey. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to answer any of your questions relating to accommodations at UIC.
Who Can Stay Here?
Payment Methods
UIC offers intern housing accommodations in residence halls located on our East and South campuses.
(Co-Op, Study Tour, Research, and Travel Nurse housing is available year around in our Guest Housing. Information about Guest Housing can be found here.)
Nightly Rates
- Academic & Residential Complex (ARC) Traditional-Style
- $68/night – Shared 2-person with community bathroom
- $136/night - Private room with community bathroom
- Marie Robinson Hall (MRH) - Apartment Style
- $75/night – 4- Person Shared Apartment (private bedroom w/ shared kitchen, living room and bathroom)
- $85/night - 2- Person Shared Apartment (private bedroom w/ shared kitchen, living room and bathroom)
- Polk Street Residence (PSR) - Suite Style - (Located near the UIC Medical District)
- $75/night – 3-Person Shared Suite w/ shared double bedroom (in-suite bathroom)
- $95/night - 3- Person Shared Suite w/ private bedroom (in-suite bathroom)
Damages and Incidentals
Each intern will be charged a $250 deposit, added to the final bill for damages and incidentals during their stay. This deposit is refundable provided there are no lost or damaged items from the room occupied. All monies will be returned to the intern after checkout and room inspection has been completed.
Marie Robinson Hall (MRH)
Marie Robinson Hall (MRH) is an apartment-style building that houses graduate and professional students. Located in Chicago's "loop area", MRH is two miles west of downtown Chicago. Each intern has a private bedroom in an apartment with a shared kitchenette and bathroom.
Virtual Tours
Building
- Air conditioning and heat
- Free laundry
- Vending machines
- Lounges and common areas
- Walking distance to recreational facilities and hospitals
- Gender inclusive apartments available
Room
- Extra-long twin bed
- Desk and chair
- Clothes closet and storage drawers
- High-speed wireless internet
- Kitchen – Refrigerator, stove, dining table and chairs
The Academic and Residential Complex
The Academic and Residential Complex (ARC) is the newest living-learning residential community located near Harrison and Morgan Streets near downtown Chicago. The 10-story building provides residential accommodations for approximately 550 students in a traditional residence hall style environment. Within the residential component, there are multiple social and/or gaming lounges, study lounges on each floor and free laundry facilities.
The Academic & Residential Complex is LEED Gold certified by the US Green Building Council.
Virtual Tours
Building
- Air conditioning and heat
- Lounges and common areas
- Shared bathrooms on the same floor
- Gender inclusive units available
- Free laundry room
Room
- Extra-long twin bed
- Desk and chair
- Clothes closet and storage drawers
- High-speed internet connection (including wireless)
- Social and programing space for the floor
Polk Street Residences (PSR)
PSR offers all residents private occupancy or shared (2-person) occupancy bedrooms within a 3-person suite sharing a in-unit bathroom.
Each floor has a lounge and community kitchenette. It is located in the Illinois Medical District, with a UIC shuttle stop conveniently
located in front of PSR, which allows for a quick trip to other sides of campus.
Building
- Air conditioning and heat
- Free laundry
- Kitchenettes
- Lounges and common areas
- Walking distance to recreational facilities and hospitals
Room
- XL Twin Bedframe/mattress
- Dresser
- Wardrobe
- Desk
- Desk Chair
Marie Robinson Hall (MRH)
Marie Robinson Hall (MRH) is an apartment-style building that houses graduate and professional students. Located in Chicago's "loop area", MRH is two miles west of downtown Chicago. Each intern has a private bedroom in an apartment with a shared kitchenette and bathroom.
Virtual Tours
Building
- Air conditioning and heat
- Free laundry
- Vending machines
- Lounges and common areas
- Walking distance to recreational facilities and hospitals
- Gender inclusive apartments available
Room
- Extra-long twin bed
- Desk and chair
- Clothes closet and storage drawers
- High-speed wireless internet
- Kitchen – Refrigerator, stove, dining table and chairs
Bedroom (Bed, Nightstand, Dresser, Desk, & Chair)
Kitchen (Refrigerator, Stovetop, Oven, Microwave)
Campus Security 24/7
Traditional-Style or Suite-Style Room
Bedroom (Bed, Dresser, Desk, & Chair)
Campus Security 24/7
No Hidden Costs
Unlimited Electricity & Water
High-Speed Internet (Ethernet)
Monthly Parking Pass - $91 (subject to change)
Monthly Gym Membership - $45 (subject to change)
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Live among a diverse group of college students and other young adults with a similar mission who call University Village and UIC their home! Our housing facilities are nestled in the heart of the city’s West Loop neighborhood, a bustling retail strip with restaurants, coffee roasters, sandwich shops, grocers and boutiques.
811 W. Maxwell St. (Apartments) - OR - 940 W. Harrison St. (Rooms) - OR - 1933 West Polk Street (Suite), Chicago,
