The purpose of this document is to establish a mutual agreement
between 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 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 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 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 to the campus address and will be 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 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.
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 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.
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