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Apply NOW for the 2009-2010 Housing Application & Contract

Welcome To The New First Year (Freshman) Res Life Page!

Best Advice #1: Do not skip reading through the policies on your left!

Best Advice #2: Keep copies of everything!

Best Advice #3: Figure out how you will pay before moving on campus!

Typical New First Year (Freshman) Housing Assignment:

Building: University Center (UC), 525 S. State St, 60605

Room Type: Suites (require meal plans) and Apartments

Meal Plan: Standard Meal Plan, Basic Meal Plan, Apartment Meal Plan

Contract Term: Summer only, Annual, Academic, Spring only

Note: Most first year students choose an academic contract

Application & Contract Process

1	Student will read over policies and contract terms and agreement
2	Student will meet with financial aid/student accounts to determine how much he/she can afford for on campus housing
3	Student will apply online through RU Access & will pay the $500 pre-payment with a credit card, money order or check
4	Student will receive a confirmation email from Residence Life saying the contract and pre-payment has been received
5	Student will receive a room and roommate assignment letter via email from Residence Life

Important Note: Students who submit their housing contract and $500 pre-payment by May 1 will be guaranteed housing. Students who submit their housing contract and $500 pre-payment after May 1 will be placed in housing as space permits.