The University of Iowa will continue to use Mayflower Residence Hall during the 2024-25 academic year, as more than 1,500 returning students in their second, third, and fourth years have applied to live on campus. The university also is seeing a record level of admission applications from prospective students for fall 2024. 

The university announced in February 2023 that it intended to sell Mayflower. However, when the housing application process for 2024-25 opened, it became clear the space would be needed next fall. 

"We want to provide campus housing for as many students as possible and we are excited to see the strong interest both incoming and returning students are showing in the residential experience,” says Sarah Hansen, vice president for student life. 

Mayflower can house more than 1,000 students in suite-style rooms that include kitchens and bathrooms, making it optimal for students who desire additional privacy and independence but still prefer campus housing. 

Cambus routes service Mayflower, enabling students to easily get to campus locations such as academic buildings, dining halls or campus cafes, athletic facilities, and other residence halls to visit friends.  

For the upcoming academic year, additional study spaces and more single rooms are planned for Mayflower. Campus leaders are working with students to determine what additional supports and amenities may be offered. 

On-campus housing: By the numbers