University Policy Office
First Year Residential Requirement Policy
Board of Governors Policy 5.1.020
Approved by the Board of Governors on May 9, 2003
I. Purpose
The purpose of the “First Year Residential Requirement Policy” is to enhance each student's educational experience and personal development.
II. Policy
First year students are required to live in university housing. Students whose circumstances meet one of the exemptions or have changed since signing the Housing Agreement may apply for an exemption to this requirement. A list of exemptions may be obtained from the Office of University Housing. Exemptions may be granted based upon acceptable documentation submitted to the director of university housing.
III. Procedures
Reasons other than those listed may qualify as exemptions based on the determination and at the discretion of the director of university housing. The vice president for student affairs shall review appeals of these determinations and the decision upon any such appeal is a final action.
Approved by the Board of Governors on May 9, 2003
Formatting updated August 1, 2007
