Logging into eServices
Use these instructions to log in to SMSU eServices and fill out a housing application.
You can sign in to eServices directly below.
E-Services Log-In Page
Alternatively, you can follow these instructions.
- Go to www.smsu.edu in your web browser.
- Click on the Menu located in the upper left-hand corner of the website.
- Click on eServices. (See Figure 1)
You will see a Login Page asking for your StarID and Password. You must be admitted to SMSU in order to access e-Services. If you have not applied or been admitted to SMSU, you will need to contact Admissions at (507) 537-6286.
If you have not yet activated your StarID, please click here.
Figure 1 - eServices Menu Link

5. Enter your StarID. ( See Figure 2)
6. Enter your Password. ( See Figure 2)
If you are logging in to eServices for the first time, your password will be one of two default passwords. Your password will be either your birth date in YYMMDD format if you supplied that information at the time of admission, OR the last six digits of your Social Security Number.
Figure 2 - Login page for e-Services

7. Click on Login.
You have successfully logged into your eServices account. You should see a Welcome to Southwest Minnesota State University eServices statement on your screen.
8. Click on the link "Housing and Dining," located on the left-hand side of the screen under "Student eServices."
9. Click the Log in button.
10. This will take you to your Home page, and your name will appear on the screen. Click "Housing Application" to step through the application.
If you have any questions at any point, please contact SMSU's Residence Life office at ResLife@SMSU.edu or call (507) 537-6136. Welcome to SMSU!
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