Your college experience begins long before your first class—it starts with where you live, who you meet, and the community you build from day one. Welcome to Housing Registration for incoming students, including both first-year and transfer students. This is your opportunity to take the first step in shaping your residential experience at Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø.
Whether you’re arriving straight from high school or continuing your journey from another institution, our goal is to help you feel at home, supported, and connected. Through this process, you’ll share your preferences, explore your options, and begin building the foundation for a meaningful on-campus living experience. We’re excited to welcome you into a vibrant residential community designed to support your success both inside and outside the classroom.
Housing Application, Assignments, and Roommates Information
Housing Application
- Completion of the Housing Application. All incoming students must complete the online Housing Application and electronically sign the Housing Contract.
Roommate Selection
- You may request a roommate, but the request must be mutual—both students must list each other on their housing application
- Complete your housing questionnaire thoughtfully and honestly, as your responses are used to match you with a compatible roommate
- Incoming students cannot request a specific residence hall, building, or room assignment
ADA Housing Accommodations 
- Students with medical, psychological, or disability-related housing needs may request accommodations through the Office of Student Accessibility Services. 
- Accommodation requests should be submitted by Monday, June 15, 2026. Housing accommodations approved by this date will be considered as part of the housing assignment process. Accommodations approved after June 15 will be processed on a space-available basis, which may result in limited options due to housing availability. Approved students may need to be placed on a waitlist for a necessary housing assignment to become available. 
- Accommodation requests require appropriate documentation. 
- Students approved for specific accommodations may have limited ability to select or be matched with a requested roommate, depending on the nature of the accommodation. 
Timeline
- Housing Applications Open: Monday, May 4, 2026
- Housing Application Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- Room assignments: sent by Friday, July 31, 2026 (via Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø student email)
Move-In
- Move-In for Incoming students is on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Move-In times will be available by selected timeslot.
- Incoming students will be able to select their move-in timeslot when they receive their Fall 2026 room assignment.
- If you are an incoming student participating in an approved early arrival group, please contact your program coordinator for specific arrival details and instructions.
- Approved Early Arrival Groups: Football, Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Field Hockey, Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, Volleyball, Bonner Scholars, International Students,Day Scholars, Access Mentors
What to Expect in Your Room
A. What to Bring
- Bedding (Twin XL), pillow
- Towels and toiletries
- Clothing and laundry supplies
- Computer and desk lamp
- Power strips (U.L.-approved with surge protection)
- Personal items (decor, posters, etc.)
- Shower shoes, umbrella, alarm clock
B. Shared Items (Coordinate with Roommates)
- TV, microwave, carpet, gaming systems, ironing board
C. What Not to Bring
- Refrigerators (Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø College will provide one refrigerator per room for all incoming students)
- Cooking appliances (hot plates, toaster ovens, grills, air fryers)
- Candles and incense
- Halogen lamps
- Extension cords (non-approved)
- Weapons (including BB guns, fireworks)
- Pets (except small fish tanks)
- Bed risers/lofts
Meal Plan
- Incoming students will be assigned an Unlimited Meal Plan until they satisfy the three-year residency requirement. Alternative plans (7 and 15) are available only for students living in EVA, EVB, EVC Town, Parkway, or Spann.
Cleaning & Maintenance Responsibilities
A. Student Responsibilities
- Students are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and general upkeep of their individual rooms.
- Students living in suites or apartments are responsible for cleaning their shared bathrooms.
B. College Responsibilities
- The College is responsible for cleaning and maintaining common areas, including hallways, community bathrooms, and lounges.
Mail & Packages
- Assigned campus mailbox located in Burrow Hall (1st Floor)
- Mailbox and campus mailing information will be emailed with the room assignment by July 31st.
Renter's Insurance
- Personal property insurance OR coverage for your residence hall belongings via a homeowner’s insurance policy is required for all residential students.
- Ò°ÀÇÉçÇø College has a partnership with , and we highly recommend using NSSI for your personal property insurance.
- Proof of personal property insurance is required and must be uploaded before moving onto campus for the Fall 2026 semester.
- Students may upload their proof of insurance via eRezLife. The student may .  
- Failure to provide proof of renter’s insurance will result in cancellation of the housing assignment, and the resident will be responsible for the full cost of the assigned room. 
Support & Contact Information
- Email: reslifestaff@rhodes.edu
- Phone: (901) 843-3241