DRS -- Housing Contract

I am contracting for University Housing for the academic year specified. I agree to the following terms and conditions:

General. All full-time freshman and sophomore students must live in a University residence hall (see #10 for release requirements). Housing applications cannot be completely processed until the applicant is admitted to the University. Room assignments will be made in the order applications are received. Room and board invoices with notification of room assignment will be mailed upon completion of admission process.
Assignment. While every attempt is made to accommodate student's preferences for room assignments, no guarantees are made. The University also reserves the right to assign or change an assignment to a location different from the student's original assignment. If space permits, double rooms will be rented as private rooms. Permanent space will be assigned based on the date an application is received by the Department of Residence Services, and students will be billed for the prorated difference in room types. Students must check into their room assignment by the first day of class. If a student does not check in by the first day of class, the student must notify Residence Services by email of their arrival date otherwise the room may be reassigned.
Agreement to Adhere to University Policies. By signing this Contract, the student agrees to respect and adhere to all policies, regulations and procedures pertaining to University housing and food service as outlined in this Contract, Residence Hall Guide, Student Code of Conduct, Marshall University Board of Governors Standards and any other University publications which are made a part of this Contract by reference. If the student is found to be in violation of any University policies or regulations as specified in the aforementioned publications, the University reserves the right to change the student's assignment or to consider the Contract terminated. When residency is terminated under these conditions, refunds will be made in accordance with the terms of this Contract.
Acceptance of Contract; Non-Discrimination. Applications for University housing are subject to review by the Director of Residence Services. Pursuant to such review, residency may be denied upon cause, and all monies paid returned prior to occupancy.

No citizen of the United States or any other person within the jurisdiction thereof shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, political affiliation, sexual orientation or handicap will be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in University housing or food service. In accordance with this, no individual will be excluded from housing on the basis of such factors, nor will such factors, other than sex, be considered in making initial room assignments nor in approving requests for room changes, with the exception that the needs of handicapped students will be evaluated in room assignment decisions.
Meal Plan. Students residing in the residence halls are required to select a meal plan. The only meal plan changes after July 1 that will be permitted are for those students changing to a upgraded plan. Failure to complete payment of the room and board invoice by the due date will result in the cancellation of your meal privileges, but will not result in a reduction of the total amount due. Freshman students are required to take the unlimited meal plan. Sophomore students can choose from the unlimited or fifteen meal plan. All other students may choose from the unlimited, fifteen, or ten meal plan. If a meal plan is not selected, the student will be placed in the minium meal plan according to their status.
Contract Period and Payment Schedule. The Contract for Student Housing and Food Service is binding for the entire academic year. Payments for the academic year are made once each semester. The due date for the first invoice will be approximately the first week of August and the second invoice is due mid-December. Due dates are noted on student invoices. Please refer to the official University calendar for dates and times of residence halls opening and closing. Room and board fees are due in advance of the semester, regardless of the application date.
Room Reservation Deposit. All contracts must be accompanied by a $200.00 reservation deposit. This deposit is credited to the student's first semester's housing charges. The University's acceptance of a room reservation deposit does not constitute a guarantee of admission to the University, nor assignment to a permanent housing assignment.
Cancellation. Cancellation of this contract by those not planning to enroll in the University or reside on campus must be received in writing by the Department of Residence Services on or before May 15th. Such cancellations will result in a refund of $100.00 of the reservation deposit. Cancellations postmarked after May 15th from individuals who do not enroll in the University or reside on campus will result in a forfeiture of the entire $200.00 reservation deposit. Individuals who complete a contract and who enroll in the University (academic classes) will be expected to fulfill their obligations for the period specified. For contracts commencing for the Spring or Summer terms, cancellations postmarked 30 days before the opening of housing will result in a $100.00 reund. Cancellations postmarked after that date will result in a forfeiture of the entire $200.00 reservation deposit.
Withdrawal and Refunds. Voluntary withdrawal from the University and, in turn, housing and food service prior to the opening of the residence halls will result in a full refund less the $200.00 reservation deposit. Complete withdrawal from the University and housing and food service between the opening day for Housing and the first Friday will result in a refund of fifteen weeks room and board. Withdrawals after the first Friday will result in a forfeiture of all monies paid for room. A prorated refund will be processed for any unused portion of the board plan.

Students whose residency is terminated automatically (due to violations of Code of Conduct or Residence Hall policies) forfeit all monies paid for that semester and remain liable for any unpaid room or meal plan balances at the time of termination. Students will be responsible for any interest, collection and reasonable attorney's fees associated with the collection of delinquent accounts.

Students who are denied admission, declared academically ineligible to return, or are unable to return for medical reasons, will be refunded on a prorated basis.
Release from Residency Requirement and/or Housing Agreement. The Student Housing and Food Service Contract is a legal and binding contract for the entire academic year. Releases shall not be granted unless exceptional circumstances are present. Students choosing to attend Marshall University are expected to reside in the Residence Halls for their freshman and sophomore years. Exception to this policy may be granted to students under the following conditions provided release requests are submitted by the deadline: married (and/or with dependents), two years beyond high school graduation, living with parent(s) or legal guardian in primary residence within the 50 mile commuting distance, sophomores exempted to reside in fraternity or sorority housing, and completion of 58 earned academic credits at the conclusion of any semester. Changing from full-time to part-time status does not automatically guarantee release from this contract. Requests for release are to be submitted to the Director of Residence Services. All requests are due by July 31 for Fall Semester, or November 15 for Spring Semester. No requests will be accepted after these dates.
Liability. Marshall University is not liable for the loss or damage from any cause to the personal property of a student. The insurance carried by the University residence halls covers only the buildings and contents which belong to the State. Students should obtain renter's insurance or verify coverage on their parent's Homeowner's policy.

REMINDER

Include a $200.00 Reservation Deposite with this form.

Current Room and Board Fees are available from the Department of Residence Services (or on this web site).

Contract Signature form must be submitted within TEN days of sending an online application. Print this form off, fill it out completely, and mail it to our office.

Contract Signature Form

Note: If you submit an online application you will be asked to agree to the terms and conditions of this legally binding contract.