Printer FriendlyStudents who have submitted a housing contract have entered a legally binding agreement with the University. This agreement secures housing with the expectation that once this housing is not needed, the Housing Office will be notified in a timely manner with a Housing Cancellation Form (pdf). As outlined in your contract, the date in which you cancel may result in financial penalties. If you are offered a room at any time you will lose your $200 housing deposit upon cancellation. Cancellation penalties are:
For reservations made for the full academic year:
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Dates |
Fall Refund |
Spring Refund |
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Through July 15 |
100% |
100% |
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|
50% |
100% |
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From the second day of class to last business day in Nov. |
0% |
50% |
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After the last business day in Nov. |
0% |
0% |
For reservations made for the spring semester:
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Dates |
Spring Refund |
|
Through the first day of class |
50% |
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From second day of classes |
0% |
If you are assigned after July 15, you will have two (2) weeks from the time of assignment (not the time you check in) to cancel for no obligation.
Check-Out
If you have to cancel after you have already checked into your room, you will have 48 hours from the time you cancel to properly check-out. This includes:
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Move out all of your belongings
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Clean your room, if necessary
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Return your key and sign your inventory form with a Residence Life staff member of your hall
Failure to comply with any of these may result in additional charges.
Refund Exceptions
There are certain exceptions in which a refund of charges and deposit will be made. If you have already checked into your room, you will be prorated from the time of cancellation. These exceptions include:
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Withdrawal from University
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Transferal to another University
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Military deployment
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Academic suspension
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Academic dismissal
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Graduation
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Clinical or Student teaching experience
Reasons that will not be accepted for a refund include, but are not limited to:
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Financial concerns
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Moving off campus / Commuting
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General dissatisfaction with residence hall
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Residence Hall and/or University judicial sanctions
Appeals
We understand there are certain factors outside of your control that require you to leave on-campus housing. If you believe you should be entitled to a refund you may review our Housing Appeal Guidelines (pdf) for the appeals process. Please note that appeals will not be accepted if you have not submitted a cancellation form.
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding housing, please call (978) 934-5160 or e-mail the Housing Office.