COMPLETING YOUR HOUSING CARD: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

All students whose Housing Cards were received after June 8, 2012 can expect their roommate assignment by the first week of August 2012.

See below for answers to many of the most frequently asked questions by students who are filling out their Housing Cards. Please feel free to contact the Housing Office with any additional questions.

• Can I give a preference as to where I want to live?
We try to accommodate housing preferences to the best of our ability. Rather than identify a specific residence hall, you will be able to list a preference for the size of the community and for a single gender or co-educational residential hall. We strongly believe that every residence hall is a good environment. Like most things, the energy and attitude you bring will have a drastic impact on the overall experience. You may list specific buildings in the “comments” section at the end of the Housing Card. While we try to accommodate requests for a specific building, we cannot guarantee it.

• Can I request to live with a friend?
Yes, we make every effort to work with friends who want to be roommates. Please note: We only honor mutual requests as stated on both Housing Cards. The Housing Office must receive both Housing Cards by June 8. After that time, we are unable to guarantee that you will be housed together or in communities that match your preferences.

• What if I need an accommodation in my housing?
Housing accommodations are available for students with special needs. If you require an accommodation, please have your physician or licensed therapist complete the Request for Accommodations Form that is available online at http://www.hope.edu/student/residential/ready/Request%20for%20Accommodations%20Form_RevB.pdf We must receive your Housing Card and completed Request for Accommodation Form no later than
June 8 in order for us to accommodate your request.

• When will I receive my housing assignment and roommate’s name?
Our goal is to begin mailing out assignments (starting with those Housing Cards received by June 8) the week of July 23 and after that on a weekly basis. If you have not received your housing assignment by Friday, August 10, please call or email the Housing Office, (616) 395-7943, or housing@hope.edu. This will give you ample time to contact your roommate in order for you to get to know each other before you arrive on Friday, August 24, 2012 for Orientation.