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How early may I request housing?
Students may apply after their acceptance to Vaughn College. Students are encouraged to apply for housing as early as possible for the best opportunity to receive a room assignment.
Are students guaranteed housing?
No. The residence hall's capacity is for 200 residential students. Therefore, housing will be based on first-come, first-served basis (providing that the student has been admitted to Vaughn College, they have submitted a complete student housing application and have paid their $250 housing deposit).
What is the housing deposit and what is it for?
Each student is required to submit a $250 housing deposit along with their completed housing application. The $250 prepayment will be held as a residence hall damage deposit and not deducted from your housing bill. If you cancel housing in writing prior to July 1, for the fall semester, or January 1, for the spring semester, the $250 housing deposit will be refunded. After these dates, the deposit will not be refunded.
What is the cost for a room in the residence hall?
A double room in a 4-person suite is $3750 per semester and a single room in a 2-person suite is $4300 per semester.
How do I make a request for a specific roommate?
A student may request a specific person as a roommate by completing the housing application and indicating the name and Vaughn ID number of the person requested. The request must be submitted by both students in order to match roommates. Both applications should be filled out identically and submitted as close to the same date as possible. Although roommates are not guaranteed an assignment to the same room, the majority of roommate requests will be matched if the applicants follow these procedures.
How can I change my application?
Students may request a change to information provided on their application by submitting a written request for a change.
When will I find out what my room assignment is and who my roommate is?
Assignment and roommate information for the fall semester is generally made available through our mailing in mid-July.
What do I do if I need to cancel my housing application/assignment?
Written cancellations should be made as soon as the student determines he/she is not attending Vaughn College. Cancellations may not be made by phone or e-mail. Cancellations may result in forfeiture of the housing deposit if made after July 1.
How late may I apply for housing?
You may apply for housing at anytime after you have been admitted to the College; however, space is limited and late applicants may not be guaranteed an assignment at the beginning of the semester. Freshmen should apply for housing prior to May 1.
When does the residence hall open in the fall?
The residence hall generally opens during the weekend prior to the beginning of classes.
What does the residence hall look like?
The residence hall is a 3-story suite-style building. Each suite has 2 bedrooms and a private bathroom shared by all students in the suite. The building has a lounge area on each of the 3 floors and a kitchen facility on the first floor, as well as laundry facilities on the second and third floor. The building has a capacity of 200 residents.
How many students are assigned to a room?
Generally there are two students assigned to a room. Singles are awarded on a limited basis to students who demonstrate a medical need for one. All rooms in our residence hall are connected to another bedroom and have a shared bathroom. Each suite is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the suite areas and their bathroom.
Is the residence hall coed?
The building is co-ed. Each suite is single gender.
What are the security measures in the building?
The building is monitored 24 hours a day / 7 days a week by security cameras positioned on the outside of the residence hall and inside various areas of the residence hall. Additionally, a security officer is present at the front desk of the residence hall every day/all day and student affairs staff, including a professional associate director and 5 resident advisors, live and work in the residence hall.
How are the rooms furnished?
The rooms are set up with a bed, desk, chair, chest of drawers and a closet. We provide the blinds for all windows. Rooms are not carpeted. Area rugs are allowed.
Do you offer any sort of guest housing?
Vaughn College does not provide any sort of guest housing. However, there is a Courtyard by Marriott hotel available adjacent to the residence hall.
Is storage space available?
Please choose what you are bringing carefully. The College is not able to provide storage and all room furniture must stay in your room at all times.
May I decorate my room any way I please?
We encourage each student to make his/her room their own, however, certain restrictions apply. No college furniture (including beds, frames, and mattresses) may be removed from the room. In addition, students are responsible for any damage which occurs to the walls inside their rooms. Therefore, care should be taken when hanging items on the walls. Decorating which can be removed or undone by the student at the end of the year is encouraged.
What about laundry rooms?
The residence hall has swipe-card operated laundry facilities on the second and third floor.
Is alcohol allowed in the residence hall?
No. The use, sale, transfer, or possession of alcoholic beverages in the residence hall or on College premises is prohibited, regardless of age.
Can I ask to be changed out of my room if things are not working out with my roommate?
Some friction is likely. Very rarely are their no problems whatsoever between roommates. After all, you are living with a new person whom you don't know well. As for that, give it two weeks. Most problems can be solved and habits gotten used to in that amount of time. However, if you still have problems after the first two weeks, contact your Resident Advisor or the Associate Director, and they will see what they can do to rectify the problem. And, as always, don't hesitate to ask a staff member anytime during this two weeks for advice. That's what they're there for. Room changes are not allowed during the first 2 weeks of each semester.
What should I bring?
We suggest bringing items that will help your room feel like home, items such as: posters, pictures, pillows, toiletries, linens/blankets (twin extra long), stereo, hangers, television, towels and wash cloths, computer, desk lamp, phone and a clock.
What is not allowed in the residence hall?
No pets (other than fish), candles, dartboards, incense, halogen lamps, kerosene lamps, open-coil heaters, waterbeds, hookahs, extension cords, electric blankets, cooking appliances, firearms or weapons, electric grills, microwaves, toasters, air-conditioner units, hot plates or satellite dishes.
May I paint my room?
No. Residents are prohibited from painting their rooms. However, if a resident feels that their room is in serious need of painting, they should contact the Student Affairs staff to arrange for their room to be painted
Can I smoke in the residence hall?
No. The entire residence hall is non-smoking. This includes cigarettes, cigars, aromatic cigarettes, herbal cigars, and burning incense. Students may smoke outside in designated areas away from the residence hall access doors.
Must residents be in the hall at certain hours?
There are no set "curfew" hours in the residence hall. Students are expected to assume responsibility for their own schedules.
Do I have to purchase a meal plan?
Yes. Meal plans are mandatory for all residential students.
Can we have refrigerators?
You may have a refrigerator in your room as long as it is no larger than 5.0 cubic feet. Microwaves are not allowed in individual student rooms. The residence hall is not equipped with the electrical service to allow residents to have microwave ovens in their rooms. However, College sanctioned micro-type refrigerator/freezer/microwave ovens are permitted in student rooms because of their patented circuitry that automatically shuts off power to the refrigerator/freezer whenever the microwave is turned on.
How often are rooms cleaned?
Students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms. Custodial staff are responsible for cleaning the public areas (hallways, lounges, etc.) and public restrooms. Additionally, students are responsible for cleaning their own suite bathrooms on a regular basis with their own cleaning supplies.
Where do I get my ID card?
You obtain your Vaughn College ID card from the Student Services Office located in LL17. You will need your ID card to obtain access to the residence hall.
Where do I get my parking permit?
Your parking permit may be obtained from the Student Services office in LL17. You need to know your license plate number to properly fill out the paperwork.
Where do I get my phone?
You need to bring your own phone and answering machine.
What is my phone number?
Your phone number will be available to you during check-in.
How do I call long distance?
Long distance calls may be made with a phone card or prepaid calling card. You are able to make on-campus calls, local calls and 800 numbers without either of those.
Is there a computer hookup?
Campus internet is available in all rooms.
Will I have e-mail?
All Vaughn College students are provided with an e-mail account free of charge. Vaughn College requires students to have a Vaughn e-mail account as it is used to communicate with faculty and staff, access grades, the library, career openings, and activities.
Should I bring my own computer?
Though students will have access to the main student computer lab, it is recommended that students bring their own portable (laptop/notebook) computers to campus.
Are my personal belongings insured?
The College is not responsible for any theft, loss, or damage of students' personal property. It is strongly recommended that students obtain renter's insurance.
Who can a student turn to if a problem should arise?
A Resident Advisor (RA) is placed on each floor to act as a resource for students. They are
available to assist residents with a variety of concerns or can refer students to an appropriate campus or community resource.
What is a resident advisor?
Resident advisors (RA) are upper class students. Their various duties focus on the development of a floor and hall community. Each RA is responsible for organizing social and educational floor events, participating in conflict resolution activities, responding to crisis, serving as a referral source and assisting with the adjustment issues that face new and returning students.
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