Residence Hall Assignments
- Living on campus is required for all first and second year students. For more information on this, please refer to the Freshman and Sophomore Requirement page
- You will receive your housing assignment either when you attend a SOAR session or during the summer
- You can request a particular roommate, but both of you need to request each other on your individual forms. You try our best to place you in your most preferred hall and in the type of room that you request. Apply early to increase your chances
- If you do not have a roommate, we base your placement on the information you submit on your Roommate Finder form. Please fill this out honestly and as thoroughly as possible as this will be the only information we have to base your roommate placement upon
- Prospective students will frequently ask, "What is the best hall to live in?" Quite honestly, each hall offers a different feel but each is a welcoming community. Most incoming students love the hall they live in not because of the layout, amenities, or facilities, but rather the friendships and connections made. Arrive to school with a willingness to be part of a community and you will flourish in any building!
- Single rooms are available, but these are primarily offered to returning students and are less available to first year students. Having a roommate can serve to be the best support you receive in college!
- Traditional residence halls close during Christmas break, but if you need housing over that time period, you can arrange break housing with the office. All halls remain open during other breaks throughout the school year, but meal services might be limited
Living on campus vs. off campus
Prospective and current students alike will frequently ask us, "Is it cheaper to live off campus?" You can answer for yourself by referring to this chart:
| Description |
Monthly cost on campus |
Monthly cost off campus (estimated) |
| Rent |
$290 (dbl. room average) |
$375 (dbl. occupancy split w/ roommate) |
| Electricity / heat |
$0 |
$80 |
| Gasoline for commute |
$0 |
$125 |
| Water |
$0 |
$50 |
| Cable TV |
$0 |
$55 |
| Food |
$320 (14 meals per week +/-) |
$400 |
| Laundry |
$0 |
$25 |
| Internet |
$0 |
$20 |
TOTAL ESTIMATED
MONTHLY COSTS |
$610 on campus |
$1130 off campus |
And here are some other expenses you'll incur if you live off-campus:
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