The purpose of this document is to
establish a mutual agreement between the each housing student and
The Florida State University, acting for and on behalf of the Florida
State University Board of Trustees, a public body corporate of the
State of Florida with regard to living in University Housing Facilities.
I. AGREEMENT OF TERMS
A. Under this agreement, the student
is entitled to the privacy of the assigned room, (except as stated
in II F), the use of public facilities of the residence hall, and
the services rendered in order to pursue his/her educational goals.
B. This agreement whether submitted
electronically with required advance payment or by mail with appropriate
signature(s) and required advance payment is effective from the University's
acceptance of the application until the end of the spring semester
of the academic year. If the student withdraws from the University
and then re-enrolls during the agreement period, the agreement obligation
will be reinstated. The student must vacate the residence hall within
24 hours of withdrawal, release or termination of the agreement,
during a given semester.
C. Residents of University Housing
facilities must be degree-seeking students registered for classes
at Florida State University for each semester of occupancy. Any exceptions
must be granted on an individual basis and based on documented academic
circumstances.
D. The University's acceptance of this
agreement does NOT guarantee assignment to a particular type of accommodation,
specific request or final admission to the University. It does establish
priority for residence hall assignment.
E. Semester room rent covers occupancy
from the date and time designated for official opening until the
date and time designated for official closing of the residence halls
which will follow the last scheduled examination for each semester.
Room rent does not cover occupancy during any vacation period or
between semesters. University Housing reserves the right to provide
housing over the Thanksgiving period on a limited, centralized basis.
II. CONDITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OF RESIDENTS
A. Occupancy of rooms is only by students
to whom the room is assigned. Rooms may not be sublet to another
person. Room transfer may be made only after receiving written approval
from the University Housing office. A guest may not be accommodated
in University Housing facilities for more than three days during
a 30-day period.
B. Students are responsible for care
of rooms and equipment. The University provides no janitorial service
in student rooms. Charges may be made for damages to, unauthorized
use of, or alterations to rooms, equipment or buildings and for special
cleaning necessitated by improper care of rooms or equipment. Students
are jointly responsible for care of public areas and equipment. Public
areas are defined as those areas available for use by all students
living on a wing, a floor or within a hall. Charges for damages to
public areas and equipment may be made to all students assigned to
separate wings, floors or within entire halls as appropriate.
C. Students are responsible for knowing
and observing University regulations and procedures as set forth
in official University publications including the Guide to Residence
Living. The University reserves the right to make other rules and
regulations as in its judgment may be necessary for the safety, care
and cleanliness of the premises and for the preservation of order.
The student agrees to abide by all additional rules and regulations
that are adopted.
D. The University is not liable for
damage or loss of personal property, failure or interruption of utilities,
or unforeseen accidents/injuries. The University only provides liability
for damages or injuries caused by negligence on the part of the University
or its employees while working within the scope of their employment.
Students are strongly encouraged to secure their own personal property
loss insurance.
E. You have the ability to contract
for telephone services.
These services are contracted seperately by contacting the Office
of Telecommunications. You are responsible for all charges associated
with cable and telephone services.
F. Authorized University personnel
may enter student rooms for normal inspection and maintenance purposes.
The student's personal property is not subject to search without
express approval of the student except when a reasonable belief exists
that the room is being used for a purpose which is illegal or which
would otherwise seriously interfere with discipline and/or personal
safety.
G. Room assignments may at any time
be changed, canceled or terminated by the University in the interests
of order, health, discipline, maximum utilization of facilities or
disaster after notice to the assignee as is practical. Disregard
for the rights, responsibilities and duties of others, as well as
the creation of circumstances which could jeopardize life, limb or
property, are conditions which are not acceptable in University housing
and may be cause for termination of the Housing Agreement.
H. You may NOT possess within the residence
halls: firearms, fireworks or any materials that may be hazardous
to the health or safety of other occupants of the building, motorcycles,
waterbeds, weights, drums, amplified instruments, pets, open flame
elements or refrigerators in addition to those already provided.
Bicycles may be stored in student rooms ONLY if permission is granted
by the roommate in advance.
I. Visitation shall be in accordance
with Florida State University Policy.
J. In keeping with the policies of
the University, all rooms are assigned without regard to race, creed
or national origin.
K. Students shall not pursue any business
in their room or on the premises.
L. All students who reside in a renovated
residence hall on the East side of campus are required to purchase
a meal plan membership. The affected halls and living-learning communities
are as follows: Broward, Bryan, Cawthon, Gilchrist, Jennie Murphree,
Landis and Reynolds.
III. RATES, PAYMENTS AND REFUND
POLICY STATEMENT
A. Residence hall room rates are outlined
in this publication. Room rates may be changed after 30 days notice
to the assignee in the event of unanticipated circumstances beyond
the control of the University, including increased utility rates.
B. PAYMENTS (Although the Housing Agreement
is for the academic year, payments are made by the semester.) 1)
Initial Payment: An advance payment of $225 must accompany the Housing
Agreement for the initial semester of occupancy. Invoices for balance
of payment will be mailed with the specific housing assignment and
will be due prior to occupancy. 2) Subsequent Semester: Payments
are due in the housing office on or before the fifth day of classes.
Payments received after this due date are subject to a $25 late fee.
C. CONSOLIDATION The University has
a consolidation policy which requires that two students occupy a
standard double-occupancy room. When only one student occupies a
double room an additional 50% will be charged. The fee will not be
charged if a roommate leaves after the second week of classes.
D. REFUND POLICY/INITIAL SEMESTER 1)
If written notice of decision not to be enrolled at Florida State
University is received PRIOR to the official opening date of the
residence halls, a refund of all fees paid will be made LESS: $50
if cancellation is received through May 1 ; $75 if cancellation is
received May 2 through July 1 ; $100.00 if cancellation is received
July 2 and prior to the official opening date of the residence halls.
(Students contracting for the Spring 2008 term only must submit their
cancellation notice prior to January 3, 2008 and will receive a refund
of all fees paid less $100) 2) After Official Opening Date: If written
notification of withdrawal from the University is received in the
housing office after official opening date and before Friday ending
the first full week of classes, a 50% obligation of one semester
housing fees will apply. No refunds or waiver of fees will be made
after Friday ending the first full week of classes.
E. REFUND/ASSESSMENT POLICY - SUBSEQUENT
SEMESTER Official cancellation date for the Spring 2008 semester
is December 1, 2007. A residence hall student who is not enrolling
for the Spring 2008 semester will be obligated for 50% of Spring
semester housing fees, if he/she fails to submit written notification
of decision not to attend the University by December 1, 2007.
F. REFUND FOR MEDICAL WITHDRAWALS Students
who withdraw from the University for medical reasons are eligible
for a refund when the following conditions are met: 1) the illness
is confirmed by a University physician, and 2) the student vacates
the space during the refund period. The schedule for refunds for
medical withdrawals is as follows: 90% through the first week of
classes, 80% through the second week of classes, 70% through the
third week of classes, and 60% through the fourth week of classes.
No refund will be authorized after the fourth week of classes.
IV. AGREEMENT CANCELLATION
OR RELEASE MAY BE APPROVED BY THE HOUSING OFFICE FOR THE STUDENT
WHO:
A. Decides not to enroll in the University.
B. Withdraws from the University.
C. Presents evidence of marriage.
D. Is denied admission/or is suspended
or expelled from the University.
E. Is released from the agreement by
the Appeals Committee. Parties to this agreement will accept the
decision of the Housing Appeals Committee as final. All appeals must
be submitted by the official cancellation date or be subject to stated
assessment policies.
