General Provisions
All student residents in University housing are subject to the provisions of the and the terms of this Agreement (the 鈥淩ules鈥). All Rules governing the behavior of University students shall be enforced; violations of Rules shall be subject to appropriate University sanctions, up to and including University Housing Removal and/or University Expulsion. Students can be held responsible for any violation of Rules, law or other 91制片厂 policy that occurs in their room. All students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the expectations of the University, as stated in the Student Rights, Rules and Responsibilities handbook.
Eligibility
University housing is available to 91制片厂 Durham degree-seeking students who, at the time of occupancy, are 16 years of age or older and:
- are enrolled as an undergraduate full-time at the 91制片厂 (where full-time is defined by the ); or
- are enrolled as a graduate student full-time at the 91制片厂 (where full-time is defined by the ).
Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled part-time, exchange students, and degree-seeking students in the 91制片厂 College of Professional Studies (including Manchester and Online) and the 91制片厂 Franklin Pierce School of Law are eligible for University housing at 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life's discretion. 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life reserves the right to cancel this Agreement for students who are registered for less than a full-time courseload. Students who elect to reside in on-campus housing on Durham's campus are subject to additional University fees, as determined by 91制片厂.
Graduate students are limited to a maximum of 5 years of occupancy in University housing.
To live in the on-campus apartments (Woodside and The Gables), students must be at least 19 years of age or at least a sophomore (as defined by the ). Undergraduate students not meeting these criteria are permitted to live in the on-campus apartments only by exception. Babcock Hall is primarily a graduate student residence. Undergraduate students who are 21 years of age or older are permitted to live in Babcock Hall only by exception.
Summer housing is available to undergraduate and graduate 91制片厂 Durham degree-seeking students, who at the time of occupancy, are 16 years of age or older and:
- are enrolled in one (1) credit or more in-person courses at 91制片厂 Durham during occupancy; or
- are in a supervised research position or employed with a 91制片厂 Durham campus department; or
- are in an in-person educational internship taking place within the NH seacoast region; or
- are varsity student athletes required to attend trainings or practices during occupancy.
91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life reserves the right to cancel this Agreement for students whose circumstances change over the summer months.
Summer housing is expanded, based on availability, to degree-seeking students whose circumstances fall outside of the above criteria at 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life's discretion. Students who elect to reside in on-campus summer housing on 91制片厂 Durham's campus are subject to additional University fees, as determined by 91制片厂.
On-Campus Housing Requirement
The 91制片厂 considers the residential experience an essential educational and campus experience. New undergraduate, full-time, first-year and transfer students, who are under the age of 21, on the 91制片厂 Durham campus are required to live on campus for four (4) semesters, unless approved for an exemption by 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life. Living on campus is defined as living in a university-owned residence hall or apartment. Undergraduate students aged 21 or older, part-time undergraduate, graduate, non-degree seeking, fully online, 91制片厂 Franklin Pierce School of Law, and 91制片厂 College of Professional Studies (including 91制片厂 Manchester and 91制片厂 Online) students are exempt from this policy.
Full policy information about the On-Campus Housing Requirement, including approved reasons for an exemption and the exemption request process, is available in the .
Terms of Agreement
The University grants a limited license to occupy University housing facilities and receive services in the residence and dining halls under the terms and conditions stated herein. Information on the 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life website, including move-in and move-out schedules, is incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. No lease or landlord-tenant relationship is created by this Agreement.
This Agreement is for a period of one academic year (two semesters) or in the case of Spring semester only students (students who did not live in University housing during the Fall semester of same academic year), for a single Spring semester. For summer session, this Agreement is for a period equal to the duration of the student鈥檚 summer occupancy.
The University reserves the right, in its sole discretion and at any time, to terminate or suspend the student鈥檚 assignment to or ability to occupy University housing. Renewal of this agreement from year-to-year is not guaranteed.
University housing is not available during the University-designated winter break period, except for students residing in the on-campus apartments, Babcock Hall, and specifically designated residence halls. University housing services, including access to the room or apartment, begin on the designated opening day and end within 24 hours after a student's last instructional period final exam during the term, or upon cancellation of this Agreement.
This Agreement cannot be transferred or reassigned. Information regarding cancellation of and release from this Agreement is available in a later section.
The University shall be excused from performance or underperformance of this Agreement. No refund of housing or Meal Plan charges will be made if the University fails to provide residential or Meal Plan services due to a Force Majeure, except in the sole discretion of the University. The University reserves the right to adjust or impose additional requirements to control on-campus housing rooms and apartments due to any force majeure. The University assumes no responsibility for failure to perform any terms or conditions of this agreement due to any force majeure. For purposes of this agreement, the term "force majeure" shall mean fire, earthquake, flood, hurricane, or other significant weather event or natural disaster, strikes, work stoppages or other labor disturbances, riots or civil commotions, litigation, war or other act of any foreign nation, acts of God, plague, epidemic, pandemic, power of government or governmental agency or authority, state of emergency, or any other cause like or unlike any cause mentioned above, whether natural or human-caused, which is beyond the control or authority of the University.
The University and the student acknowledge the ongoing possibility that a health or safety emergency or other Force Majeure event, may require evacuation or relocation of the student, or the student鈥檚 use of campus residential facilities may be significantly restricted. Furthermore, during a health or safety emergency, some agents or staff contracted by the University to provide certain services to campus housing facilities may not be available or may be significantly limited. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, the University may temporarily close and/or place restrictions on use of housing facilities as necessary in the University鈥檚 sole discretion to preserve the health and safety of student residents and the campus community. The student acknowledges that, in the event of such temporary closures, restrictions, and/or adjustments to on-campus housing, the student must immediately comply with such evacuation or relocation order. The student further acknowledges that the University shall not have the obligation to issue a partial refund or credit for such interruptions or adjustments due to a Force Majeure event.
Amendments
The University has the right, at any time, to amend or update this Agreement and University housing policies in the sole discretion of the University.
Applying for Housing
To reserve a space in on-campus housing, students must submit a housing application and agree to the terms of the cancellation fees as listed in this Agreement, by the designated deadline(s). Electronic or written signature of the student on the housing application legally binds said student to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The University will offer a student the opportunity to reserve a space at its sole discretion.
Housing Assignment
The process to which housing assignments are made is decided at the sole discretion of 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life and may be changed at any time. This includes use of a priority system, lottery, wait list, seniority, and student preference.
91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life works closely with 91制片厂 Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to provide reasonable accommodations within the residential facilities for students with permanent or temporary disabilities. Applying for University housing and requesting a housing accommodation through SAS are two related, but separate processes. Students must both complete a housing application and request an accommodation through SAS. An approved housing accommodation is not guaranteed and is subject to space availability. Such accommodations may include but are not limited to room type requests, proximity to facilities, emotional support animals and power-driven mobility devices. All requests for such accommodations must be approved by SAS.
The University will cooperate, to the degree possible, with students desiring a change in housing assignment. Babcock and on-campus apartment residents may not be reassigned to a residence hall, unless granted an exception by 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life.
The University reserves the right to change housing assignments for health and safety hazards, repairs, vacancy consolidation, unresolved issues in the compatibility of roommates, or other reasons at the discretion of 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life. The University reserves the right to assign more occupants to a room than the established capacity. In such cases, all occupants involved will receive a modified housing rate or credit. Occupants are responsible for any changes in housing rate.
Occupancy
Occupancy begins when a student first gains entrance into their room via key, combination, or ID card. Only the student officially assigned and checked into a specific room may occupy that room. A student may occupy only the type of room for which they are paying unless an exception is granted by 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life.
Occupancy ends according to move-out schedules posted on the 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life website. Students who experience a change in enrollment status from active to inactive (including withdrawal from the University, leave of absence, academic suspension or dismissal, or University Suspension or University Expulsion) and/or a change in on-campus housing eligibility (i.e. University Housing Suspension or Housing Removal) are required to move out of their assigned space within 72 hours, unless otherwise directed by 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life.
Move-in / Move-Out
Before moving out, a student is required to complete all necessary steps as directed by university staff, including removing all refuse and personal possessions, returning any lofted or bunked beds to the lowest height, and leaving the room or apartment clean. Charges for additional cleaning required, removal of personal property, bed height adjustment, or for any damage or loss of university property, normal wear and tear excepted, will be billed to the student(s).
Access
Access to a student鈥檚 assigned room will be issued upon arrival at the beginning of the occupancy period for that room. Access may be any combination of a key, numerical combination, or use of 91制片厂 ID card (swipe, tap).
Access - Keys or 91制片厂 ID Card
Keys/ID may not be transferred, duplicated, or given to other persons. Lost keys/ID should be reported immediately to 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life. In each case in which keys are lost, the lock will be changed, new keys issued, and the student billed for that cost of work and materials. Keys said to be temporarily mislaid, keys not returned at the end of the occupancy period, or unauthorized duplicate keys turned in at the end of occupancy will be considered lost keys and charges will be assessed. Policies and procedures for lost 91制片厂 ID cards are in Section F (under Lost Cards) of this agreement and should be reported to 91制片厂 Campus Services.
Access - Combination Locks
Students assigned to a room with combination locks are prohibited from issuing or in any way communicating the combination to their room to any person or persons. Combinations will be changed as occupants officially move out of rooms. If a combination change becomes necessary, because of the combination being communicated to others by the student, the student will be billed for the cost of the combination change.
Access - Let-Ins
Students who are locked out of their assigned space and require 91制片厂 staff to provide access (a 鈥渓et-in鈥) may be assessed a fee. Information about let-ins is communicated on the Housing & Residential Life website.
Liability
The University shall not be liable directly or indirectly for theft, destruction, or loss of money, valuables, or other personal property, belonging to, or in the custody of, the student for any cause, or whether such losses occur in the student rooms, storage areas, public areas, hallways, or in the baggage related to shipment or storage. The University provides no insurance for personal possessions. Students must have their own insurance or be included under their family鈥檚 insurance policy. The University is not responsible for personal property left behind by students after the date of their withdrawal, transfer, departure, or otherwise separation from university housing or the University. Items left behind by students will be considered abandoned property. Students are particularly encouraged to remove all valuables from their space during periods of absence or during university breaks. In the event of facilities issues (leaks, appliance malfunction, and similar concerns), mechanical difficulty (air conditioning, heat, hot water, and other equipment) or interruptions of electrical power or water service, the University will make reasonable efforts to restore service; however, there will be no reduction of housing charges because of such failure. In the event of damage by fire, water, steam, or other causes which render the room or apartment wholly unfit for occupancy, as determined by 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life, the University reserves the right to reassign the student to an alternative space. If an alternate space is not available, this Agreement may be terminated, and the student shall not be entitled to recompense for damages except for a pro-rated housing fee refund.
Communication
The 91制片厂 and 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life often communicate with students on official matters in written form and using various technologies. In those instances when the University chooses to communicate with students through technology (including but not limited to email, portal communications, and electronic messaging), it often does so with the use of a university-generated 91制片厂 Username (IT ID). The University will provide and maintain this 91制片厂 Username (IT ID). It is the responsibility of the student to monitor official communication sent by the University to this 91制片厂 Username on the 91制片厂 e-mail system, as well as those posted to the 91制片厂 Portal (My91制片厂/Housing Portal).
Use of Dwellings & Grounds
Violation of any of the following terms may result in a referral to the student conduct process and/or monetary fines.
Appliances
All electrical items in a room must be UL listed or recognized to a UL standard by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. Coffee pots, popcorn poppers, and irons may be used but cannot be plugged in unattended. Refrigerators no larger than 4.5 cubic feet are allowed, to a maximum of one refrigerator per every two assigned room occupants. Microwaves up to 800 watts of power output are allowed. Appliances must be plugged directly into a receptacle.
Prohibited Items
Information about items that are prohibited in on-campus housing facilities is available on the Housing & Residential Life website.
Damage Billing
Each student is financially responsible for the cost of replacement or repairs of any breakage or damage (except for normal wear and tear) to their accommodations and its furnishings.
Community Damage Billing
The purpose of community damage billing is to promote individual responsibility and to hold students mutually accountable for the condition of their shared living spaces. Public areas (i.e. hallways, stairways, lounges, bathrooms) are the collective responsibility of the residents of that community (i.e. suite, wing, floor, building, apartment, house). Charges for damages to those areas may be divided among the residents of those facilities. Items covered under the community damage billing policy may include, but are not limited to, damaged facilities, damaged or stolen furniture, or housekeeping charges in a common or public area when it is not possible to determine the responsible person(s). If a student is found to have information regarding the responsibility of one or more other persons for damage done to University property and failed to share that information with 91制片厂 staff, the student may be charged for a share of the damage.
Maximum Occupancy
The following maximum occupancies apply for University housing:
- No more than ten (10) people may be in a residence hall or apartment bedroom, at any time.
- No more than 20 people may be in a residence hall suite (all rooms in suite combined) or apartment (all rooms in apartment combined) at any time.
Cleanliness
Students are responsible for maintaining reasonable sanitation and safety standards in their rooms, suites and apartments (including in-suite/apartment bathrooms, living rooms and kitchens). If upon inspection, University staff finds safety and sanitation below standard, the student will receive a written request prescribing corrective action. If after a reasonable time the corrective action has not occurred, the University will perform the needed work at the student's expense.
Furnishings
Each bedroom will be furnished with a Twin XL bed frame and mattress, desk and desk chair, dresser, and closet space for each resident. Closet space may be shared and/or substituted with a wardrobe. Bed rails are standard equipment in rooms where beds can be elevated and must be used any time the bed is raised above its lowest position. University-supplied furniture may not be moved from the originally assigned room to any other on- or off-campus location and may not be stored in any suite or apartment bathroom. Students are prohibited from taking furniture from common spaces in the residential building and placing it in a student room, apartment, or any other on- or off-campus location.
Lofts
Built-in (wall or ceiling attachment) structures are prohibited. Free-standing loft structures are permitted however the 91制片厂 and 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life assume no responsibility for any property damage or personal injuries to residents building their own bed units. The top of a loft mattress must be at least 30" from the ceiling. Safety rails must be used for any bed in a lofted position. 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life and/or the Durham Fire Department reserve the right to determine the danger of lofts and require their adjustment or removal.
Maintenance
Routine maintenance needs must be reported in a timely manner using the online maintenance section of the Housing Portal. Emergent maintenance matters should be immediately directed to the Facilities Control Center. The University reserves the right to perform any and all needed, as deemed by 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life, maintenance. If maintenance is needed, it is the responsibility of the resident to notify the maintenance and/or Housing & Residential Life staff, at the onset of each instance, about any personal, medical, or health concern which may be impacted by the work.
Trash Removal
Students are solely responsible for bagging trash which accumulates in their room or apartment and disposing of such trash by depositing it in the designated outdoor dumpster, trash compactor, and/or recycling container. Personal room or apartment trash may not be placed in common area trash and bathroom receptacles.
Manual and Motorized Personal Transportation Devices
See . All manual and motorized devices must be removed from University housing on or prior to a student鈥檚 designated move-out date. Devices left after move-out will be considered abandoned and will be removed.
Storage
Storage space for surplus or seasonally used property is not provided. Each student must make their own arrangements for such surplus storage off campus. No article of any nature may be stored in public lounges/spaces, stairwells, attics, housekeeper closets, interior and exterior building passageways, roofs or on the grounds.
Entry / Inspection
University staff members reserve the right to enter a student鈥檚 room or apartment at any time, whether or not the student is present to:
- perform maintenance;
- to conduct fire/safety inspections;
- during an emergency;
- if there is a concern for the safety or wellbeing of individuals;
- to enforce policies, regulations, and statutes.
Advance notice is not required unless maintenance is expected to be substantially disruptive to students. The Durham Fire Department and the University reserve the right to determine fire safety standards for decorations and appliances and require students to take action to correct hazards. The University reserves the right to access and review individual records related to entering or exiting residential buildings.
Laundry Service
Laundry machines are provided for students. The University shall not be liable for any damage to or loss of personal property resulting from the use of the laundry machines, nor shall the University be liable for personal items left unattended in the laundry rooms. Issues must be reported per the process available on the 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life website.
Service Animals
91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life complies with all federal, state, local, and campus policies regarding service animals. Information about campus policies for service animals is available from the Civil Rights & Equity Office. Students with service animals must comply with the 91制片厂 Service Animal Policy. Damage to University housing facilities/grounds, beyond typical wear, caused by a student鈥檚 service animal will be the financial responsibility of the student. This includes odors, stains, excessive hair, and similar. Animal waste must be properly disposed of outside in a trash receptable. Students are responsible for providing their own cleaning and waste bagging materials.
Fire Safety
Students are expected to notify the Fire Department of any fire and safety hazards and to report a fire promptly. All students are expected to observe all fire safety procedures established for their building including participation in fire alarm/evacuation drills. Students must leave buildings when a fire alarm is activated or be subject to disciplinary action. Fire extinguishers and alarm systems shall not be tampered with or tested by unauthorized persons nor should anything cover, be attached to, or hung from detector devices, conduit, or sprinkler heads. Students are expected to help prevent false alarms and should report any tampering with fire safety equipment to the appropriate staff person. Students are financially responsible for charges assessed as a result of tampering with fire safety equipment.
Housing Rates, Payment & Cancellation
Housing Rates
Housing rates and fees are considered proposed until approval is granted by the University Board of Trustees. Approved, final rates will be published on the 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life website.
Payment
Housing rates will be applied to the student鈥檚 financial account with the University. Payment is due upon the dates, deadlines, and processes determined by the University for the student鈥檚 financial account. Semester payment is due when indicated on the bill or prior to occupancy, whichever is earlier.
Cancellation of Agreement
All requests for release from this Agreement and cancellation of a housing assignment must be submitted online via a designated process. Documented proof of the circumstances related to the release request may be required. The cancellation reason must be applicable in the semester(s) that are being requested to cancel. If these circumstances change after the student is released from the Room and Board Agreement, the release will become invalid, and the student will again be obligated to the terms of the Room and Board Agreement. Cancellation information is available on the 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life website.
Cancellation Schedule A (Approved Grounds for Cancellation)
The only approved grounds for release from this Agreement are:
- Graduation
- Official withdrawal from the University
- Leave of absence
- Involvement in University-sponsored study abroad program or internship that makes it impossible to commute from campus
- Academic suspension or dismissal
- A major change in circumstances (as determined by the University) beyond the student鈥檚 control has occurred
Cancellations of this Agreement for the approved reasons above are subject to the following cancellation schedules (one for students with a full academic year housing agreement and one for students with a spring only housing agreement):
FOR STUDENTS WITH A FULL ACADEMIC YEAR HOUSING AGREEMENT (LIVING ON CAMPUS BOTH FALL AND SPRING SEMESTERS)
Cancellation Request Submitted | Cancellation Fee | Refund of Fall Semester Charges | Refund of Spring Semester Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
By July 20 | No fee | 100% refund of Fall charges | Not charged for Spring |
By August 15 | $500 fee | 100% refund of Fall charges | Not charged for Spring |
By first Friday of Fall semester | $750 fee | Fall charges refund pro-rated to checkout date | Not charged for Spring |
By second Friday of Fall semester | $1000 fee | Fall charges refund pro-rated to checkout date | Not charged for Spring |
By fourth Friday of Fall semester | $1500 fee | Fall charges refund pro-rated to checkout date | Not charged for Spring |
After fourth Friday of Fall semester and prior to first day of Spring semester | No fee | No refund of Fall charges | 100% refund of Spring charges |
By first Friday of Spring semester | $750 fee | No refund of Fall charges | Spring charges refund pro-rated to checkout date |
By second Friday of Spring semester | $1000 fee | No refund of Fall charges | Spring charges refund pro-rated to checkout date |
By fourth Friday of Spring semester | $1500 fee | No refund of Fall charges | Spring charges refund pro-rated to checkout date |
After fourth Friday of Spring semester | No fee | No refund of Fall charges | No refund of Spring charges |
FOR STUDENTS WITH A SPRING ONLY HOUSING AGREEMENT (LIVING ON CAMPUS FOR ONLY THE SPRING SEMESTER)
Cancellation Request Submitted | Cancellation Fee | Refund of Spring Semester Charges |
|---|---|---|
By January 15 | No fee | 100% refund of Spring charges |
By first Friday of Spring semester | $750 fee | 100% refund of Spring charges |
By second Friday of Spring semester | $1000 fee | Spring charges refund pro-rated to checkout date |
By fourth Friday of Spring semester | $1500 fee | Spring charges refund pro-rated to checkout date |
After fourth Friday of Spring semester | No fee | No refund of Spring charges |
Cancellation Schedule B (Non-Approved Grounds for Cancellation)
Cancellations of this Agreement for a non-approved reason are subject to the following cancellation schedule:
FOR STUDENTS WITH A FULL ACADEMIC YEAR HOUSING AGREEMENT (LIVING ON CAMPUS BOTH FALL AND SPRING SEMESTERS)
Cancellation Request Submitted | Cancellation Fee | Refund of Fall Semester Charges | Refund of Spring Semester Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
By June 1 | $500 fee | 100% refund of Fall charges | Not charged for Spring |
By July 20 | $1000 fee | 100% refund of Fall charges | Not charged for Spring |
After July 20 | No fee | No refund of Fall charges | No refund of Spring charges |
FOR STUDENTS WITH A SPRING ONLY HOUSING AGREEMENT (LIVING ON CAMPUS FOR ONLY THE SPRING SEMESTER)
Cancellation Request Submitted | Cancellation Fee | Refund of Spring Semester Charges |
|---|---|---|
By January 15 | $500 fee | 100% refund of Spring charges |
Before first day of Spring semester | $1500 fee | 100% refund of Spring charges |
As of first day of Spring semester | No fee | No refund of Spring charges |
Additional Cancellation Information
Students who, between the Fall and Spring semesters, become no longer required to live on campus under the On-Campus Housing Requirement (i.e. turns age 21+ by the first day of Spring semester classes, has completed their four semester live-on requirement) can cancel this Agreement for the Spring semester with no cancellation fee and a full refund of Spring housing charges if a complete housing cancellation request is submitted by the publicized cancellation deadline in the Fall semester.
Students suspended or expelled from the University or removed from university housing through the student conduct process will not be charged a cancellation fee but are financially responsible for that semester鈥檚 housing charges.
Students approved for a Health Leave of Absence through the Dean of Students office will receive a per diem housing refund pro-rated based on their verified checkout date.
This Agreement may be cancelled at the discretion of 91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life for students who fail to move-in to their reserved space by the respective semester鈥檚 course add/drop date for their student type. Cancellation fees may apply.
91制片厂 Housing & Residential Life reserves the right to cancel housing for any student academically suspended or dismissed from the University that does not successfully petition to be reinstated by July 15 preceding the start of the fall semester or by the Thursday preceding the start of the spring semester. A full refund of housing fees will be issued.
After occupancy, no release from this Agreement or refund can be considered unless the assigned room or apartment is left clean and all move-out procedures including return of keys and settlement of obligations are completed.
If this Agreement is canceled, any amount due to a student will first be applied to the student's current University financial account.
Summer Term Cancellation
Cancellation of this Agreement for a Summer Term housing assignment will be subject to a cancellation fee and refund of housing charges as listed below.
- Within 14 days prior to start of Agreement (contract dates vary): 100% refund and $100 cancellation fee
- After start of Agreement (contract dates vary): Refund pro-rated to checkout date and $300 cancellation
Prohibited Conduct in On-Campus Housing
In addition to abiding by applicable federal, state, and local laws, students are expected to understand and abide by the university policies outlined in the . This includes community standards, prohibited conduct, rules and regulations established for all students, as well as those specific to students living in University housing.
Resident Meal Plans
All students who reside in university housing (except Babcock Hall, The Gables, and Woodside apartments) are required to purchase a meal plan from the designated mandatory choices. Any of the unlimited meal plan choices satisfy the requirement. Dining rates and fees are considered proposed until approval is granted by the University Board of Trustees. Approved, final rates will be published on the 91制片厂 dining website. See the 91制片厂 Dining website for the latest information about meal plans and services.
Meal Plan Selection
Resident students must designate the meal plan of their choice:
- For Fall Semester: by July 1
- For Spring Semester: by second Friday in November
Failure to specify a meal plan choice will be an indication of acceptance of the minimum mandatory meal plan for resident students, currently the Wildcat Bites. The last day to reduce or cancel (if eligible) Fall or Spring meal plans is the 2nd Friday of each semester.
Meal Plan Dates
- Resident meal plans begin on the first official day of move in and are carried through the last day of finals of each academic semester in which they were purchased.
- Swipe plans are carried from Fall to Spring semesters and begin on the first official day of move in, and end on the last day of finals in the Spring. Any unused meals on swipe plans are forfeited.
- Graduate meal plans are valid during any academic semester/term, including J Term and Summer. They can be purchased at any time and are valid through the last day of meal service in May of the sixth academic year in which the plan was purchased. Any remaining balance after six years is forfeited.
Accepted Forms of Payment
Acceptable forms of payment in the dining halls are (no cash accepted):
- Meal Plans, Dining Dollars, Cat鈥檚 Cache (encoded on your 91制片厂 ID)
- Master Card, Visa, American Express or Discover
- Apple Pay, Google Pay
Refund Policy
The only consideration for release from this agreement are as follows:
- Graduation
- Official withdrawal from the University
- Leave of absence
- Involvement in a University-sponsored study abroad program or internship that makes it impossible to commute from campus
- Academic suspension
- A major change in circumstances (as determined by the University) beyond the student鈥檚 control has occurred
Academic year refunds are made as follows:
- Unlimited meal plans are refunded on a prorated weekly basis based on their verified checkout date. Partial weeks will be rounded up. The weekly rate equals the meal plan cost (not including Dining Dollars) divided by 16 weeks (the typical duration of a semester).
- Swipe plans are refunded upon the verified checkout date or last meal eaten, whichever is later. Unused meals are refunded based on the price per meal for the swipe plan purchased.
- Unused Dining Dollars will be refunded.
- Graduate meal plans will not be considered for a refund beyond the academic year in which they were purchased.
Summer/J-Term Sessions refunds will be refunded on a case-by-case basis.
Students approved for a Health Leave of Absence through the Dean of Students Office will receive a meal plan refund prorated based on their verified checkout date or last meal eaten.
Dining Hall Information & Policies
- Information on the 91制片厂 Dining and Hospitality Services website is incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. The University reserves the right to modify dining options and policies at its discretion.
- Food served in the dining halls is available on an 鈥渃ome as you need鈥 basis. Food can be taken out of the dining halls only through the 鈥淕reen Box鈥 take-out program. Violation of this policy can result in a $25 fine and/or loss of dining privileges.
- Students are expected to conduct themselves in the dining halls in a manner conducive to quiet enjoyment of mealtimes by all. Cooperation with stated procedures such as the self-bussing of dishware is expected.
- Removal of dining hall property is prohibited. Violators are subject to a fine and/or referral to the student conduct process. At the retail locations, all food must be paid for before being consumed.
- Except for service animals, no animal is permitted in any food service, dining or preparation area, or any store that sells food. Service animals are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Emotional support animals (ESA) do not qualify as service animals. Students with service animals in dining areas are responsible for their animal鈥檚 behavior, including towards other people and facilities. Students with service animals that display aggressive behaviors or cause an undue burden to dining facilities or others, will be asked to remove animals they cannot control.
- Unless there is an approved medical reason, backpacks, sling packs, large purses, grocery bags, and non-approved food or beverage containers are not permitted in the Dining Halls.
- Guests may be brought into the dining hall by using a guest pass, Dining Dollars, Cat鈥檚 Cache, Master Card, Visa, Discover, American Express, Apply Pay, or Google Pay (no cash accepted).
- Meal plans are subject to change from year to year. Sufficient notice will be given to enable students to plan for future purchases. Please see the 91制片厂 Dining website for updates.
Lost ID Cards
- A charge of $25 is made to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged photo ID card and $10 to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged non-photo dining card.
- Lost or stolen meal cards must be reported immediately to the Campus Services Office or suspended instantly through the Dining website. Only the balance of accounts on the card at the time the card is suspended can be protected. No temporary cards will be issued. Until your ID card is replaced, there is no access to a meal plan, Dining Dollars, guest passes or Cat鈥檚 Cache.
- A University ID card is strictly nontransferable. The owner of the ID card is responsible for its security and proper use and is subject to a $25 fine for its unauthorized use.
Dining Dollars
- Dining Dollars may be purchased in any amount. All students may purchase Dining Dollars, unlimited meal plan holders may also purchase additional Dining Dollars.
- Dining Dollars are accepted at Albert鈥檚, Cornerstone 1926, Dunkin鈥 Donuts, Holloway Commons, Philbrook Caf茅, Philbrook Hall, Union Court, Wildcatessen, Zeke鈥檚, and campus vending machines.
- Dining Dollars are valid during the academic year of purchase only. The remaining balance from Fall semester will carry over to Spring semester but will expire at the end of meal service in May. Unused Dining Dollars are non-refundable.
Specific Nutrition Concerns or Medically Restricted Diets
Students should meet with the registered dietitian and executive chef to review options for dining hall accommodations. It is the responsibility of the student with food allergies or other specified nutrition concerns to make the final judgment on whether to question the ingredients of a food item or to choose to eat the foods selected. 91制片厂 Dining works closely with 91制片厂 Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to provide reasonable accommodations within the dining facilities for students with permanent or temporary disabilities. Any exceptions to the meal plan requirement must be requested and approved through Student Accessibility Services (SAS) or the Civil Rights & Equity Office in conjunction with the Executive Director of Hospitality and Campus Services.
