How-To Video Series

Mastering Cards Nest: 
Your Go-To Video Guides

We offer a collection of video tutorials designed to help you navigate our housing portal with ease. From applying for housing to managing your preferences, our videos provide clear, step-by-step instructions. 

For even more helpful content, be sure to visit our YouTube page at @UofLHousing.

Application How-To Videos about
Assignment How-To Videos about
Maintenance How-To Videos about
Appeal & Exemptions How-To Videos about

Application

How To: Apply For Housing: Fall 2025 - Spring 2026

How To: Apply For Housing - Spring Only 2025

How To: Cancel Your Housing Application

Assignments

How To: View Your Assignments in Cards Nest

How To: Select to Select a Room

How to: View Your Roommates in Cards Nest

How to: Create Your Roommate Group

Maintenance

How To: Submit a Maintenance Request

Appeals & Exemptions

How To: Submit a Cancellation Fee Appeal

How To: Submit a First-Year Exemption Form

How To: Submit a Second-Year Exemption Form