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The purpose of this document is to establish a mutual agreement
between the student and the University 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 selected summer
session. 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. Summer session 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.
II. CONDITIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF RESIDENCY
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 encouraged to provide their own personal property loss
insurance.
E. You have the ability to contract
for telephone and cable services. These services are contracted
separately by contacting the Office of Telecommunications. You
agree to be 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.
III RATES, PAYMENTS AND REFUND POLICY STATEMENT
A. Residence hall room rates are outlined in accompanying
material. 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
Invoices for balance of payment with the specific
housing assignment will be mailed and fees are due no later than
the fifth day of classes for the selected summer session. Payments received
after this date are subject to a $25.00 late fee. See Financial
Facts Sheet for payment options.
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, a double room alone rate
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 for the selected summer session,
the student will be released from any summer financial obligation. The
$100 advance payment is non-refundable
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 for the selected summer session, a 50% obligation
of the selected summer housing fees will apply. No refunds
or waiver of fees will be made after the fifth day of classes.
E. 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 efunds 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 .
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