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When and how should I apply?
You can apply for campus housing as soon as you are admitted to the University, even before you officially commit. Once you set up your NetID and password, you can complete the online housing application. The application requires you to pay a $150 non-refundable application fee as one of the first steps of the application. Upon completion, you will receive an email confirmation; if you don’t, contact Housing & Residential Life immediately. If you do not have access to a computer, contact Housing & Residential Life at (520) 621-6501. NOTE: Fall applications are for the entire academic year.
When will I receive an assignment?
- It depends on when you apply for housing. If you apply by April 1 (for the fall), you will be able to pick your hall or theme community and your room (based on availability) mid-May through June, based on your application date.
- If you apply after April 1, you will provide your 5-10 hall preferences on your housing application and you will be assigned to a hall by Housing & Residential Life July-August.
More information is available in our Getting Started section. You may check your application and assignment status at any time in My UAHome.
How do I change my hall assignment?
If you are in the Student Picks Group (applied by April 1) and have a room, completed your License Agreement, and paid your Rent Down Payment, you may reassign to a hall/room (based on availability) in My UAHome by selecting it and submitting it. This process will be open until the end of day on July 1. Those students who applied after April 1 (Housing Picks Group) will not be able to reassign themselves.
What if I need to cancel my housing assignment?
You can cancel your housing application in My UAHome by clicking on ”Cancellation Request”. Alternatively, you may notify Housing & Residential Life in writing (letter, fax, or email). Include your name and University student ID number. If you cancel your fall semester housing by May 15, the Rent Down Payment, if paid, will be refunded. After the applicable date, it is not refundable. The $150 housing application fee is not refundable at any time.
Why did Housing & Residential Life cancel my housing assignment?
If you did not pay your housing application fee, Rent Down Payment or Admissions Enrollment fee and/or complete your License Agreement by the deadline, then your housing assignment was cancelled.
How do I request a roommate?
Students have the option of selecting their own roommate(s) or suitemate(s) or receiving a random roommate. The roommate selection process will open in April, at which time all students will complete a profile as part of their housing application. Read more on the Roommates page.
How do I find a roommate?
We offer a roommate matching program in My UAHome. It helps you to find other students you might be compatible with and allows you to communicate with them within the system. Roommate selections must be mutual.
Do I have to request a roommate?
No. About half our students request a roommate and half opt for a random roommate. It is up to you.
What do I do if I don't get along with my roommate?
At the beginning of the semester, roommates have the opportunity to sit down with their RA and discuss expectations in the room. It is important to fully engage in this conversation and give serious thought to your expectations and clearly communicate them. If issues arise, your RA is your best resource.
Can I change my room or hall once I move in?
Yes, once you have a room assignment you can post your room on Room Swap in My UAHome, which allows you to search for other available spaces and make or receive offers to swap rooms with a another student. Submitting a swap request does not guarantee that another student will be willing to swap with you. Accepted swap requests are subject to Housing & Residential Life approval. While we will do our best to accommodate as many accepted swaps as possible, we cannot guarantee that all requests will be accommodated. We do not condone the auctioning or selling of rooms and will not swap students who participate in such activities.
Are the residence halls all-gender?
Residence halls are all-gender with the exception of one all-female hall, Maricopa. All halls have gender-specific rooms and typically gender-specific floors or wings. A few halls have all-gender wings. Bathrooms are gender-specific, with the exception of Árbol de la Vida, Likins and Posada San Pedro, which have some gender-specific and all-gender bathrooms on each floor or wing. Locations of gender-specific and all-gender bathrooms are subject to change each year.
Are there different types of rooms to choose from?
Yes. Check out the Residence Hall search filter to learn the different room types that are available in our 23 residence halls. We encourage you to apply early if you would like to request a specific room type.
Are single rooms available?
There are a limited number of single rooms available in some halls. Check out the Residence Hall search filter to learn which halls have singles. We encourage you to apply early if you would like to request a single room.
Can I take a virtual tour of the residence halls?
Are freshman required to live on campus?
Incoming freshmen are not required to live on campus but are encouraged do to so. More than 80% of the students who live on campus are freshmen. Life in a residence hall is more than just a place to sleep and study; it is about making new friends, building relationships, and being part of a caring and diverse community. It is also an opportunity to learn more about yourself, make informed decisions, manage your time effectively, and succeed academically.
Do all freshman live in the same hall?
We do not have halls designated to class standings. Each of our 23 residence halls can house freshman through seniors.
Is summer housing available?
Yes, summer housing is available on campus each summer. In order to be eligible, you must be admitted to the University of Arizona and enrolled in University classes. Housing is limited and is based on a first-come, first-serve basis, so apply early when applications are online, usually in late spring for the upcoming summer.
Is winter housing available?
Yes, housing is available during the winter break for students who need to stay in a residence hall during that period.
Is housing available on campus during the summer for student workers?
Yes, you must be enrolled in a summer session class or be employed by Housing & Residential Life to live in a hall during the summer.
Residence halls close at 5PM on Friday at the end of each semester. Are there exceptions to stay longer?
Students who have extenuating circumstances that would make it difficult or impossible to move out by 5 p.m. on the last Friday of the semester should consult with their Community Director in advance.
I need to move in before the halls officially open, is this possible?
We do offer some early move-in options. Please visit our Move-In page for specifics.
I'm dropping below 12 credits; do I have to move out?
Generally, if this is the first semester you have dropped below 12 credits, you will receive a letter reminding you of our policy of housing full-time students. This letter will also refer you to campus resources that might be helpful such as Academic Advising and the UA THINK TANK. If you are dropping below 12 credits for a second consecutive semester, you will need to meet with your Community Director to review your situation more closely.
Amenities and Services
Submitted by sportsmanBWE on Thu, 2016-04-07 15:01
How and when do I pay for my hall rent?
- Your rent will be billed each semester (60% in the fall and 40% in the spring) to your student bursar account. You may pay directly online through the UAccess Student Center.
- You can register for an optional payment plan which allows you to pay rent in three installments each semester. You can opt-in to participate in the payment plan option after you complete your pre-arrival Online Check-In. Visit My UAHome for more information.
- Rates are reviewed in April or May each year by the Arizona Board of Regents. Any changes to the rates will be posted as soon as they are announced.
What utilities are included in the rent?
Rent includes: Electricity, gas, water, air conditioning and heating, cable television (“Extended Basic”), local phone service (one line per room or apartment), one internet data connection per student and Wi-Fi in every residence hall.
Note: Rawls/Eller Lodge has no phone service and only wireless internet.
What's included in my room?
Your room includes:
- Furniture (one per resident): twin XL size bed and mattress; desk with chair; closet or wardrobe; dresser; trash can and recycle bin
- Carpet (except Yavapai and Rawls/Eller Lodge)
- Window blinds
- Peephole in door
What's included in my hall?
Your hall includes:
- Laundry facilities, community kitchens, study rooms, recreation lounges and outdoor courtyards with barbeque areas
- ATMs, vending machines and ice machines
- Bike racks outside all buildings
- Staffed front desk with vacuums, pots and pans for check out
- Mail service
- Maintenance, trash and recycling
What are the standard bed sizes?
The bed size for all residence halls is 80” extra long twin.
Can I bring any extra furniture?
Additional furniture is permitted but students are encouraged to consider space. Also, fire and safety regulations do not allow extra furniture to block any fire exit paths.
Will you store my extra furniture?
No, all residence hall rooms are fully furnished. Please do not bring extra furniture that will not fit in your room.
Where can I store my extra stuff?
There is no additional storage space in the residence halls. Everything you bring must fit in your room.
Will my room be carpeted?
All rooms are carpeted except in Kaibab-Huachuca, Maricopa, Rawls/Eller Lodge and Yavapai.
How does the telephone service work?
Each room has a phone line already installed and active for local calls (phone service is NOT provided in Rawls/Eller Lodge). There are no additional charges for local calls. Long distance calls can be placed using your cell phone or any toll free calling card. All students will receive the phone number for their room upon checking in to the residence halls.
Note to Families: For security purposes Residence Life can not give out any personal student information, including room number and phone number. Please be sure to get this information from your student directly.
How do I get cable TV in my room?
“Extended Basic” cable TV service is provided in your room and is included in your housing fee. Premium channels and packages are available for purchase. Televisions and cable cords are not provided, so please bring your own coaxial cable.
How do I get internet access in my room?
You and your roommate each have a computer port for access to the University’s high speed internet (only wireless internet is available in Rawls/Eller Lodge). For more information visit the Technology page.
Can students bring a refrigerator or microwave to the residence hall?
Residence Life has contracted with USS to provide residents a Microfridge rental program. The Microfridge is a refrigerator and microwave combination unit which can be rented for the academic year. Each resident can rent one unit. Residents can also bring their own. Check the specifications sheet to see what types are permitted in the halls. If you have a dietary, medical, or other need for an extra refrigerator in your room, please contact Residence Life Facility Operations at 520-621-8224.
Can I cook in the residence halls?
Community kitchens are offered in all of our residence halls. Students typically use this community space to prepare small meals or snacks, with no restrictions on the types of food prepared or spices used. Community kitchens equipped with full-sized stoves and refrigerators. Pots and pans can be checked out from the front desk of your hall. Since these kitchens are shared by all we do not recommend that they be used for every meal. We strongly recommend that you purchase a campus meal plan to eat at the more than 40 eateries located around campus. Arizona Student Unions’ professional dining staff is available to assist in finding menu options that fit your needs, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free offerings. For more information on menus and nutritional information, visit the website. If you have dietary restrictions, we encourage you to discuss food-related accommodations with the UA Disability Resource Center.
How often are rooms cleaned?
Students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms. Our custodial staff cleans community and suite bathrooms, lounges, and other public areas daily (Monday through Friday).
What appliances are allowed in the room?
- Permitted appliances in your room include TV, microwave, rice cooker, crockpot, radio, stereo, electronic clock and hair care devices.
- Non-Permitted appliances include appliances with an open heating element or burner and/or those that may cause ventilation problems. Examples of Non-Permitted Appliances: toasters, toaster ovens, George Foreman grills and halogen lamps.
Are vacuums and cooking items provided in the residence halls?
Vacuums and pots and pans are available for check-out at the front desk at most residence halls.
What other items are available for check-out at the front desk?
In addition to vacuums and pots and pans, some front desks check-out recreational equipment and movies. All equipment must be returned or late fees/replacement costs may be charged to the students’ accounts.
Do the residence halls have laundry facilities?
All of our halls have laundry facilities with high-efficiency washers at $1.75 per wash and $1.50 per dry (total $3.25 per load). Don’t forget to bring the HE-designated laundry detergent.
What should I leave at home?
Do not bring candles, toasters, toaster ovens, George Forman-type grills (or other open plate heating devices), pets (other than fish), halogen lights, freezer, alcohol, drugs and weapons. Our What to Bring Checklist provides you with a complete list.
How do I recycle in the residence halls?
Residence Life has a proactive recycling program in each hall. Recycling bins are available throughout the halls and you will have a recycle tote in your room for paper.
How do I submit a maintenance request?
University housing residents and staff can file a maintenance or custodial work order in My UAHome to request a problem within a residence hall be fixed or corrected. Work requests submitted online are tracked and checked several times a day, Monday through Friday. In case of emergency after hours, please contact your RA.
What do I do if a washing machine or dryer breaks in the laundry room?
Notify your Hall Director or front desk immediately and check the posted information in the laundry room.
How do I request a work order?
Speak to your RA or the on-duty RA and then submit a maintenance request via My UAHome.
Are there elevators in the halls?
Halls with elevators include:
- Árbol de la Vida
- Arizona-Sonora
- Coconino
- Colonia de la Paz
- Coronado
- Likins
- Manzanita-Mohave
- Pima
- Posada San Pedro
- Pueblo de la Cienega
- Villa del Puente.
Dates and Deadlines
There are a number of dates and deadlines that are important for students applying to campus housing and for those already living in campus housing. Please refer to our Dates and Deadlines page for the most up-to-date information.
Procedures
Submitted by sportsmanBWE on Thu, 2016-04-07 15:17
What do I do if I lose my keys?
If you lose a key, you are responsible for the cost of changing the lock(s) and key replacement. Key charges are $60 per room/apartment keys, and $30 per hall entrance key (if applicable). It is a violation of state law and University policy to duplicate a key to any lock on University property.
What do I do if I lose my CatCard?
Since most of our halls require the use of your University CatCard to enter the exterior doors you will need to have your card replaced, if lost. That can be done at the CatCard office in the Student Union. You can get a temporary access card to your hall to hold you over until you replace your CatCard.
What if I forgot my PIN number?
Each resident must select a 4-digit PIN which will be entered after swiping your CatCard to gain access to a hall. Click here to change your PIN.
How do disciplinary sanctions affect my housing?
How do I appeal a charge I received from Residence Life?
How can I appeal my student conduct decision?
My student was supposed to call me when they got to school but I haven't heard from them yet, what do I do?
Please contact the front desk at their residence hall; front desk telephone numbers are listed on the Hall Contact information page.
Safety and Security
Submitted by sportsmanBWE on Thu, 2016-04-07 15:20
What fire safety precautions are in place in the residence halls?
Rooms, hallways and public areas are equipped with smoke detectors. We do not allow candles or incense in the rooms and smoking is not allowed anywhere on the University of Arizona campus. For more information, see the Safety & Security page.
What security measures are in place in the residence halls?
- Residence halls are locked 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You must use your key or CatCard to enter the building. Any guest not living in the building must call up to your room in order to be escorted into the building. Safety and security issues are taken seriously and discussed at length when you move into your residence hall.
- Our staff conducts several nightly duty rounds in each residence hall to monitor our facilities and maintain the standards of the community.
- We highly encourage students to lock their doors and to carry their keys with them whenever they leave their rooms. When rooms are left wide open or doors are left unlocked this creates an opportunity for crime.
- The Safe Ride Program on campus provides a free ride to students who do not wish to walk alone. Emergency “blue lights” are installed all around campus. These stations have emergency phones for contacting the University Police directly.
Who is responsible for a student's property?
The student is. Although precaution is taken to maintain adequate security, the University cannot assume responsibility for the loss of or damage to student possessions. We encourage you to download the Electronic Item Inventory Form. Consult your family’s insurance company to potentially add your personal items.
