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FAQ--Housing Application Information

The housing application process begins when a student submits both a housing and dining contract to the Housing and Residential Education (HRE) and the housing contract is accepted and processed. Below are answers to questions regarding this process. If you have additional questions, please email our help desk.

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  1. How do I apply for USF campus housing?
  2. When can I apply for USF campus housing?
  3. Do I have to sign up for a meal plan?
  4. How do I cancel my housing contract?
  5. How do I appeal my housing rent charges?

1. How do I apply for USF campus housing?
If you have been admitted to the University of South Florida, you will automatically receive the Live the Campus Life booklet in the mail in January (if already accepted) or shortly after you receive your acceptance letter. The booklet includes the housing contract, Magnolia Lease Agreement, meal plan contract and Special Interest Program applications. You may choose to fill out the application or download the PDF version of the application forms from our website. Mail the completed application along with your housing prepayment to:

Housing & Residential Education
University of South Florida
4202 East Fowler Avenue RAR229
Tampa, Florida 33620-7700
Fax: (813) 974-5152

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2. When can I apply for USF campus housing?
Since housing is on a first come first serve basis, the sooner you get your application in the better your chances are of securing your preferred housing assignment. Although you do not need to be admitted to the university to apply for campus housing, it is your responsibility to cancel your housing contract before cancellation deadlines to avoid charges if you decided not to attend or have not been admitted to USF. Housing Contracts for Fall 2007/Spring 2008 are now available for download.

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3. Do I have to sign up for a meal plan?
Any student who has not lived on Tampa Campus in the residence halls prior to Fall (Summer residents are not included) must sign up for a meal plan. Exceptions include Magnolia Apartment residents and non-FTIC students living in the Greek Village, Holly Apartments, Kosove Apartments and Cypress Apartments for two semesters.

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4. How do I cancel my housing contract?
All housing contract cancellations must be done in writing. You may fill out the cancellation form and send it to us. Please refer to the terms and conditions of your contract for cancellation deadline and cancellation fees that may apply. If you need further information on cancellations contact us at (813) 974-4310. Send the cancellation form to:

Housing & Residential Education
University of South Florida
4202 East Fowler Avenue RAR229
Tampa, Florida 33620-7700
Fax: (813) 974-5152

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5. How do I appeal my housing rent charges?
If you would like to appeal a contractual obligation, please fill out and follow the instructions on the appeal form.

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