Beds and Lofts

Adjusting the height of your bed is one way to maximize the space in your room. We can help you choose the right height for you.

Junior loft is the typical bed height in all residence halls and gives some extra space for storage. If you prefer your mattress to be a bit lower, you may want to consider the low loft option. You can submit a request by clicking the button below. High lofts are no longer an option in any of the residence halls.

Your first loft request is free. If you change your mind about how you want your bed lofted after we've already completed your request, the fee for each additional request is $50.

We can no longer guarantee bed lofts prior to arrival. Loft requests are not accepted after August 1.

We are no longer accepting bed lofting requests for students that moved into the residence halls in August.

If you just moved into the residence halls or will move in soon, complete a work request to request a bed loft.

If you are moving into a new room starting in the spring, you can make a loft request.

Fall residents:
We will accept bed lofting requests for the fall semester starting in mid-June.


Current spring residents:
Complete a work request to request a bed loft if you are a student that has just moved into the residence halls. We are no longer accepting bed loft requests from students already living on campus.


Have questions about bed lofting?

If you have any questions or concerns about your bed loft, call or email our Work Request Office:

815-753-4948
wro@niu.edu

Loft Types by Hall

All beds are set at junior loft height. Only submit a loft request if you would like your bed changed to a low loft.

Junior Loft

Junior Loft

31.5" from floor

Low Loft

Low Loft

13.5" from floor

When you make a bed loft request, we'll show you the options available for your particular room.

Junior Loft

Junior Loft

31.5" from floor

Low Loft

Low Loft

20.5" from floor

Junior Loft

Junior Loft

34" from floor

Low Loft

Low Loft

16" from floor

These loft options are available in Neptune East and West.

Apartments in Northern View Community are unfurnished.
Junior Loft

Junior Loft

33.5" from floor

Low Loft

Low Loft

16" from floor

Junior Loft

Junior Loft

26" from floor

Low Loft

Low Loft

18" from floor

Contact Us

Housing and Residential Services
Neptune East 101
housing@niu.edu
815-753-1525

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