Housing
Policies
Consolidation Policy
What is it?
The University has adopted a policy which is used at many colleges and universities. Consolidation means that when a room or apartment is not being used to its maximum capacity, the Office of Student Housing and Meal Plan Services reserves the right to move the remaining resident(s) to a similar room or apartment, preferably within the same building, to ensure maximum occupancy and efficiency of all living spaces. When consolidation is necessary, students will be notified.
Timeline
Consolidation will occur several times throughout the year starting with the room assignment process for the following year. Consolidation will begin after the cancellation period following the upperclass room selection. The consolidation process will continue throughout the year as needed.
Process
We will determine who is involved in a Friendship Corridor, who is in a Sorority Corridor, and who is with suitemates in a suite. Students who are in these categories will not be consolidated unless it is within the same area. After we look at these factors, administrative consolidation will be based on the date the housing contract was signed; students that signed their contract first will be administratively consolidated last. Administrative consolidation may require relocating one resident to another resident's room. The authority to relocate and consolidate residents is stated in the provisions of the Residence Hall & Meal Plan Contract.
The Office of Student Housing & Meal Plan Services reserves the right to proceed immediately to administrative consolidation when deemed necessary.
Contract Cancellation
The cancellation period is the week (7 days) after you submit your Housing Contract, during which you may cancel your contract in writing without penalty or question. If you choose to cancel during this period, you may do so by completing a Contract Cancellation Form in the Office of Student Housing & Meal Plans (111 Shriver Center). Please note that no matter when you submit your contract, you will only have one week to cancel without being financially and legally bound to it.
If your educational plans change such that you withdraw or transfer from Miami, you will automatically be released from your contract (for the semester you are away from Miami) upon submission of the appropriate documentation to our office. Please read your specific contract provisions for more details, as there are differences between Residence Hall and Heritage Commons policies.
If you signed your contract on a weekend, and are unable to cancel due to our office being closed, please send an email to housingandmeals@muohio.edu indicating your desire to cancel your contract. As long as the email is sent before the 7 day cancellation period has ended, your request will be honored. The cancellation period only applies to students who are not required to live on campus. If you fall within a group that is required to live on campus, you do not have the option to cancel your contract. Second-year students should refer to the "Second Year Residency Requirement" section of this website.
If your educational plans change such that you withdraw or transfer from Miami, you will automatically be released from your contract (for the semester you are away from Miami) upon submission of the appropriate documentation to our office. Please read your specific contract provisions for more details, as there are differences between Residence Hall and Heritage Commons policies.
If you signed your contract on a weekend, and are unable to cancel due to our office being closed, please send an email to housingandmeals@muohio.edu indicating your desire to cancel your contract. As long as the email is sent before the 7 day cancellation period has ended, your request will be honored. The cancellation period only applies to students who are not required to live on campus. If you fall within a group that is required to live on campus, you do not have the option to cancel your contract. Second-year students should refer to the "Second Year Residency Requirement" section of this website.
Housing Contract Appeals
The department of Housing, Dining and Guest Services works very hard to provide housing to meet the needs of each and every student resident who contracts to live with us on campus. We take our responsibility very seriously and appreciate the commitment you've made to us. It is important to note that the contractual agreement for housing with Miami University is a legal and binding agreement. We understand, however, that there are special situations in which you may need to petition to be released from your contract.
With proper documentation, releases are automatically granted if you withdraw from the university, graduate, or marry. If you study abroad or undertake an academically related internship outside of the Oxford area, you will be granted a release for the period of time you are required to reside out of the area. In these instances, simply provide notification to the Office of Student Housing & Meal Plan Services (111 Shriver Center). If your plans change and you are registered on the Oxford campus, you will be required to fulfill your contractual agreement with us.
Release requests are generally not granted for the desire to live off-campus, roommate conflicts, fraternity/sorority issues, or social/personal preferences. Please contact the Office of Residence Life if you experience a roommate conflict.
If you feel that you have a legitimate financial, medical, or other reason for requesting a release from your contract, complete and submit the following Housing Appeals Form. If you appeal is of medical nature, you are also required to have your medical provider complete the Medical Provider Report Form.
Residence Hall Contract
Provisions of the Residence & Meal Plan Contract
Residence & Meal Plan Contract
Office of Student Housing and Meal Plan Services
Miami University - 111 Shriver Center - Oxford, Ohio 45056
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A BINDING LEGAL CONTRACT FOR THE FIRST AND SECOND
SEMESTERS OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2010-2011.
1. TERMS OF AGREEMENT
I understand that this contract obligates me to pay the room rent and
board charge for both first and second semesters of academic year
2010-2011. I further understand that a release from this contractual
obligation will be made only upon written notification of graduation,
marriage, student teaching, co-op, study abroad or internship (where
it is necessary for the student to live in another community), or
withdrawal from the University. I understand this only releases me
for the semester I am away, and if I return at anytime during the
2010-2011 academic year, I will be bound to this contract. Rates are
subject to adjustments which may be enacted by the Miami University
Board of Trustees; provided, however, that the combined room rent and
board charge may not be increased by more than $25.00 per semester.
2. ACADEMIC YEAR
The term "academic year" as used in this Contract includes the first
and second semesters. The academic year as stated in the official
University Calendar begins on August 23, 2010 and ends on May 7, 2011
(the period between semesters, and the Thanksgiving and Spring
recesses are not included in the Contract; all residence halls and
dining halls are closed during these periods). Residents are to
occupy their assigned spaces only in accordance with instructions in
their letters of assignment. Policies will be enforced and charges
may be assessed for occupancy during periods not covered by the
Contract.
3. PAYMENT
For those preregistered, the room rent must be paid for each semester
by the date shown on the invoice of fees and charges. Those not
preregistered must pay the room rent at the time of registration.
4. MEAL PLAN
All residents are required to purchase a University Meal Plan as
listed on this Contract.
5. STUDENT STATUS
Students who live in the residence halls are required to be a
full-time or part-time student and must register for at least 9 credit
hours each semester.
6. CHOICE OF LAW
This contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Ohio, regardless of the place of execution. Any legal action
arising pursuant to this contract shall be brought in a court of
competent jurisdiction in the State of Ohio.
7. NONDISCRIMINATION
A. The policy of the University is that discrimination against any
individual for reasons of race, color, creed, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or Vietnam-era
veteran status is specifically prohibited. Accordingly, equal access
to employment opportunities, admission, educational programs, and all
other University activities are extended to all persons. The
University's Office of Equity and Equal Opportunity, Hanna House, is
responsible for the coordination of matters relating to equal
opportunity and affirmative action.
B. The University agrees to make assignments without discrimination
and to avoid changes of original assignments for reasons of race,
color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, Vietnam-era
veteran status, or sexual orientation.
8. ROOM ENTRY, INSPECTIONS AND LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
A. The University affirms its respect for each resident's right to
privacy in his/her room and agrees to make a reasonable effort to give
at least 24 hours notice prior to making inspections for damage and
cleanliness.
B. The University regards room entry for purposes of improvements,
maintenance, cleaning, recovery of unauthorized University-owned
property, and fire and safety inspections as necessary for the health
and general welfare of all residents and, therefore, entry is agreed
to and authorized by the resident.
C. The resident is responsible for and agrees to pay the University
for any damages to the residence hall room and for any damage caused
by the resident to the residence hall.
D. A resident's request for maintenance service will constitute
authorization to enter resident's room.
E. Except as indicated in this section, the University agrees that
entry without notice will be made only in emergencies to protect or
ensure protection of life, limb, or property.
9. ASSIGNMENTS
A. The University agrees to consider the information and preferences
indicated in the Assignment Preferences section of the Contract.
However, no guarantee of a specific assignment is implied.
B. The University may alter the resident's room or hall assignment to
comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disciplinary
reasons, catastrophe, renovation or closing of facility, consolidation
of vacancies, unavailability of space, roommate incompatibility or if
the change is determined by the University to be of benefit to the
student or the University.
C. Students assigned to double occupancy rooms that are not filled to
capacity, and have not been approved to purchase a "double as a
single", are required to be prepared for the assignment of an
additional student to the room at any time. The University will give
notice when a roommate may be assigned. Failure to ensure that half of
the room is vacant for the new roommate will result in disciplinary
charges and reassignment.
10. LIABILITY
A. The University acknowledges, and the resident is hereby made aware,
that criminal activity, personal injury, and theft occur, and that the
risk exists for such future occurrence on University premises,
specifically within and around Residence and Dining Halls. Therefore,
the resident agrees to assume responsibility for his or her own
personal safety and security, as well as for his or her own personal
belongings.
B. The University does not assume responsibility for any residents',
guests', or other persons' loss of money or valuables, or for the loss
of or damage to property, or injuries, personal or otherwise,
sustained on or about the Residence and Dining Halls premises.
C. The University recommends that the resident contact his or her
local insurance carrier concerning the availability of protection
against such losses.
11. ENROLLMENT STATUS
The resident agrees to vacate the assigned residence hall space and
check out of the hall room within 48 hours after loss of status as an
enrolled student. If the resident fails to vacate within the 48 hours,
the locks will be changed and the proper authorities notified. All
costs shall be charged to the resident.
12. NONPAYMENT AND ADDITIONAL FEES
A. The resident agrees that failure to make payments as prescribed
does not relieve the resident of contract obligations, and understands
that nonpayment may result in removal from the residence hall,
reassignment of current room, denial of residence hall services,
cancellation of current student enrollment, and denial of subsequent
University registration until the amounts due are paid.
B. The resident agrees to pay the activity fee assessed by the
residence hall.
C. The resident will be charged a lockout fee of $7.00 each time Miami
University employees are called upon to provide entry to the residence
hall and/or the resident's room for the student.
13. REASSIGNMENT
A. The resident understands and agrees that the resident's contract is
for a room assignment determined by the University, not for any
particular room, and that the University may reassign the student to
another room or residence hall for any reason stated in paragraph 9B,
at any time when there is reasonable cause to believe that the
resident has violated the Guide to Residence Hall Living, the Code of
Student Conduct, and/or posted residence hall rules established by
University officials or shows a disregard for the residential
community and/or specific living area environment.
1. The resident agrees to move to the designated room immediately upon
notification of the reassignment.
2. Reassignment is not a judicial action and is not a termination of
the housing contract. The resident understands and agrees, however,
that reassignment does not preclude the University from separately and
additionally pursuing judicial action or termination of the contract.
B. The procedures for reassignment are as follows:
1. Recommendation for reassignment will be made by a hall adviser or
the appropriate Associate Director of Residence Life or Director of
Residence Life.
2. A decision to reassign a resident will be based on a review, by a
hall adviser in consultation with the appropriate Associate Director
of Residence Life and/or the Director of Residence Life, of available
evidence of a violation;
3. If reasonably possible, and depending upon the nature and
seriousness of the alleged violation, the hall adviser or the
appropriate Associate Director of Residence Life will talk with the
resident before making a decision on reassignment; or
4. A resident who is reassigned in accordance with this provision can
request an appeal by contacting the Office of Residence Life.
14. CONTRACT TERMINATION / REMOVAL FROM RESIDENCE HALL
A. The University may terminate this contract at any time if the
University determines that:
1. The resident is delinquent in his/her tuition, residence hall or
meal plan fees or any part thereof;
2. The resident's behavior shows a disregard for the residential
community and/or the specific living area environment;
3. The resident has misrepresented any fact on this contract;
4. The resident has violated any term of this contract or violated any
University rule, regulation or policy, including but not limited to,
the Guide to Residence Hall Living, Dining Services Guide or the Code
of Student Conduct;
5. The resident is not eligible for enrollment or is not enrolled for
9 hours or more as a student at Miami;
6. The resident is, or is required to be, a registered sex offender
pursuant to any federal, state or local law or has been convicted of a
felony.
B. Any resident whose contract is being terminated for other than
disciplinary reasons may request a hearing before the Director of
Residence Life, or his/her designee, whose decision shall be final. In
all other instances, the Code of Student Conduct shall govern the
removal process. Breach of contract may also result in cancellation of
current enrollment and in denial of subsequent University
registration.
C. The resident who moves out of a residence hall during the term of
contract without relief from contract obligations continues to be
liable for residence hall and meal plan fees which will accrue against
his/her account whether or not services are taken.
D. Any unpaid fees or charges will be added to the student's
University bill. Enrollment, grades and/or transcripts may be denied
by Miami University until such time as the bill is paid in full.
15. KEYS
A. The resident agrees to be responsible for the key to his or her
assigned room or suite, not to have the key duplicated which would be
in violation of the Ohio Revised Code, S3345.13 and not to transfer
use of the key.
B. The resident agrees to report loss of the assigned room key and to
pay the charges of changing all locks on doors, drawers, and mailboxes
affected by the loss of the key.
C. The resident agrees that charges for any semester continue to
accrue until the resident officially checks out and returns the key.
16. ONLINE DIRECTORY
The university publishes a public electronic directory of student
names, local addresses and phone numbers. If you wish to request
exemption from having your listing published, please send a written
request to the Office of the Registrar, 102 Campus Avenue Building by
July 15, 2010.
17. UNIVERSITY CONTRACT CONFIRMATION DEPOSIT: YOU ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A
$330 DEPOSIT UPON SUBMISSION OF THIS AGREEMENT.
If you are a continuing student within housing, your University
Contract Confirmation Deposit is already on file with the Bursar and
you do not need to resubmit it. The University Contract Confirmation
Deposit is NOT available for credit toward room rent at the beginning
of any semester. University Contract Confirmation Deposit, less any
unpaid charges, will be applied retroactively toward your final
academic term fees.
18. REFUNDS
I understand and agree to be bound by the University policy regarding
refunds of room rents paid at the beginning of a semester which are
refundable in cases of withdrawal from the University as follows:
(Please note that the University Contract Confirmation Deposit is
forfeited in all instances.)
A. Withdrawal during the first five class days of a semester - 100%
room rent.
B. Withdrawal during the sixth through the eighth class day of a
semester - 90% room rent.
C. Withdrawal during the ninth through the twentieth class day of a
semester - 50% room rent.
D. Withdrawal during the twenty-first through the thirtieth class day
of a semester - 35% room rent.
E. Withdrawal during the thirty-first through the fortieth class day
of a semester - 25% room rent.
F. Withdrawal after the fortieth class day of a semester - no refund
of room rent.
19. MUlaa ACCOUNT
If a student registers for the MUlaa option on the contract, a credit
will be placed in a debit account to be used for the Miami Bookstore,
Print Center, on campus laundry, vending, Miami Box Office, Goggin Ice
Center, and Rec Center Pro-Shop. This charge will appear on their fall
semester bursar statement. This account will remain active as long as
the student is enrolled. All unused balances are non-refundable.
20. REFRIGERATORS AND AIR CONDITIONING UNITS
If you wish to have a refrigerator in your room, university owned
units may be rented at the cost of $80 per academic year. Roommates
may split the cost if all choose this option. To guarantee air
conditioning, you must notify the Office of Student Housing and Meal
Plan Services and be medically approved for air conditioning by
University Health Services by May 15, 2010. You may either be placed
in an air-conditioned hall upon request (as availability permits), or
rent a university owned A/C unit at the cost of $300 per academic
year. Private refrigerators and air conditioning units are not
permitted. The number of air conditioning units in each residence
hall may be limited due to electrical capacity.
21. SUBLETTING
The resident acknowledges that subletting of the room is strictly
prohibited.
22. PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY ROOM RENTAL PAYMENTS WITH THE APPLICATION AND
CONTRACT.
A semester's invoice of fees and charges will be provided at a later
date.
2010-2011 ROOM RATES PER SEMESTER
$2,487 - Double/Triple/Quad Occupancy Rooms
$3,515 - Designated Single Room
$3,515 - Super Quad
$4,090 - Double rooms used as Singles
$4,535 - Premier Single
Heritage Commons Contract
Provisions of the Heritage Commons Apartment Contract
Heritage Commons Apartment Contract
Office of Student Housing and Meal Plan Services
Miami University - 111 Shriver Center - Oxford, Ohio 45056
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A BINDING LEGAL CONTRACT FOR THE FIRST AND SECOND
SEMESTERS OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2010-2011.
1. TERMS OF AGREEMENT
I understand that this contract obligates me to pay the room rent and
board charge (meal plan is optional) for both first and second
semesters of academic year 2010-2011. Rates are subject to
adjustments which may be enacted by the Miami University Board of
Trustees; provided, however, that the combined room and board charge
may not be increased by more than $25.00 per semester.
I further understand that I will not be released from this
obligation unless one of the following occur:
A. I graduate, get married, withdraw from the University, or, for
continuing students, cancel within one week of signing the contract.
I understand this only releases me during the time period the above
stated reason applies, and if I return at anytime during the 2010-2011
academic year, I will be bound to this contract.
B. I am accepted to an academic program which: (i) occurs during the
first or second semester of the 2010-2011 academic year, and (ii)
precludes me from living on the Oxford campus (e.g., student teaching,
internship, or study-abroad). I understand that if I intend to
participate in such an academic program then it is my obligation to
immediately notify the Office of Student Housing and Meal Plan
Services of my intent to participate in the activity. I further
understand that if am registered for classes at the Oxford campus for
either or both of the first or second semesters of the 2010-2011
academic year after I have given notice of my intent to participate in
such an academic program, then I agree that I will not be eligible to
reside in the Heritage Commons Apartments. Instead, I will reside in
one of the University's residence halls, and I will be subject to the
terms of a Residence & Meal Plan Contract for that semester. I
understand that failure to inform the Office of Student Housing and
Meal Plan Services by August 1, 2010 of intent to participate in such
a program for spring 2011 semester; I am responsible for payment of
spring semester apartment rate.
I acknowledge that I will not be released from this Agreement if I
become a Resident Assistant for a University residence hall. I
understand that if wish to become a Resident Assistant, then I may
only apply to become a Resident Assistant for the Heritage Commons
Apartments.
2. ACADEMIC YEAR
The term "academic year" as used in this Contract includes the first
and second semesters. The academic year as stated in the official
University Calendar begins on August 23, 2010 and ends on May 7, 2011
(the period between semesters, and the Thanksgiving and Spring
recesses are included in the Contract; all residence halls and dining
halls are closed during these periods). Residents are to occupy their
assigned spaces only in accordance with instructions in their letters
of assignment. Policies will be enforced and charges may be assessed
for occupancy during periods not covered by the Contract.
3. PAYMENT
For those preregistered, the room rent must be paid for each semester
by the date shown on the invoice of fees and charges. Those not
preregistered must pay the room rent at the time of registration.
4. MEAL PLAN
Meal Plans are optional: Ambassador and Attache are the meal plans
available to Heritage Commons residents.
5. STUDENT STATUS
Students who live in Heritage Commons are required to be a full-time
or part-time student and must register for at least 9 credit hours
each semester, or have an academic off campus assignment.
6. CHOICE OF LAW
This contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Ohio, regardless of the place of execution. Any legal action
arising pursuant to this contract shall be brought in a court of
competent jurisdiction in the State of Ohio.
7. NONDISCRIMINATION
A. The policy of the University is that discrimination against any
individual for reasons of race, color, creed, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or Vietnam-era
veteran status is specifically prohibited. Accordingly, equal access
to employment opportunities, admission, educational programs, and all
other University activities are extended to all persons. The
University's Office of Equity and Equal Opportunity, Hanna House, is
responsible for the coordination of matters relating to equal
opportunity and affirmative action.
B. The University agrees to make assignments without discrimination
and to avoid changes of original assignments for reasons of race,
color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, Vietnam-era
veteran status, or sexual orientation.
8. ROOM ENTRY, INSPECTIONS AND LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
The term apartment includes all interior common areas as well as
individual rooms.
A. The University affirms its respect for each resident's right to
privacy in his/her apartment and agrees to make a reasonable effort to
give at least 24 hours notice prior to making inspections for damage
and cleanliness.
B. The University regards apartment entry for purposes of
improvements, maintenance, cleaning, recovery of unauthorized
University-owned property, and fire and safety inspections as
necessary for the health and general welfare of all residents and,
therefore, entry is agreed to and authorized by the resident.
C. The resident acknowledges that the furniture located in the rooms
belongs to the University, and resident shall not damage, destroy or
remove any of the furniture. Private refrigerators are not permitted
in Heritage Commons.
D. The resident is responsible for and agrees to pay the University
for any damages to the apartment and for any damage caused by the
resident to common areas and premises.
G. A resident's request for maintenance service will constitute
authorization to enter resident's apartment.
F. Except as indicated in this section, the University agrees that
entry without notice will be made only in emergencies to protect or
ensure protection of life, limb, or property.
9. ASSIGNMENTS
A. The University may alter the resident's apartment assignment to
comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), disciplinary
reasons, catastrophe, renovation or closing of facility, consolidation
of vacancies, unavailability of space, roommate incompatibility or if
the change is determined by the University to be of benefit to the
student or the University.
B. If the apartment is not filled to capacity, the residents are
required to be prepared for the assignment of new students to the
apartment at any time.
C. Students assigned to double occupancy rooms that are not filled to
capacity, and have not been approved to purchase a "double as a
single", are required to be prepared for the assignment of an
additional student to the room at any time. The University will give
notice when a roommate may be assigned. Failure to ensure that half of
the room is vacant for the new roommate will result in disciplinary
charges and reassignment.
10. LIABILITY
A. The University acknowledges, and the resident is hereby made aware,
that criminal activity, personal injury, and theft occur, and that the
risk exists for such future occurrence on University premises,
specifically within and around apartments, residence and dining halls.
Therefore, the resident agrees to assume responsibility for his or her
own personal safety and security, as well as for his or her own
personal belongings.
B. The University does not assume responsibility for any residents',
guests', or other persons' loss of money or valuables, or for the loss
of or damage to property, or injuries, personal or otherwise,
sustained on or about the Heritage Commons and dining locations.
C. The University recommends that the resident contact his or her
local insurance carrier concerning the availability of protection
against such losses.
11. ENROLLMENT STATUS
The resident agrees to vacate the assigned apartment space and check
out of Heritage Commons Apartments within 48 hours after loss of
status as an enrolled student. If the resident fails to vacate within
the 48 hours, card access will be revoked, locks changed, and the
proper authorities notified. All costs shall be charged to the
resident.
12. NONPAYMENT AND ADDITIONAL FEES
A. The resident agrees that failure to make payments as prescribed
does not relieve the resident of contract obligations, and understands
that nonpayment may result in removal from Heritage Commons,
reassignment of current room, denial of apartment services,
cancellation of current student enrollment, and denial of subsequent
University registration until the amounts due are paid.
B. The resident agrees to pay the activity fee assessed by Heritage
Commons.
C. The resident will be charged a lockout fee of $7.00 each time Miami
University employees are called upon to provide entry to the apartment
and/or the resident's room for the student.
13. REASSIGNMENT
A. The resident understands and agrees that the resident's contract is
for a room assignment determined by the University, not for any
particular room, and that the University may reassign the student to
another room or apartment for any reason stated in paragraph 9B, at
any time when there is reasonable cause to believe that the resident
has violated the Guide to Heritage Commons Living, the Code of Student
Conduct, and/or posted apartment rules established by University
officials or shows a disregard for the residential community and/or
specific living area environment.
1. The resident agrees to move to the designated room immediately upon
notification of the reassignment.
2. Reassignment is not a judicial action and is not a termination of
the housing contract. The resident understands and agrees, however,
that reassignment does not preclude the University from separately and
additionally pursuing judicial action or termination of the contract.
B. The procedures for reassignment are as follows:
1. Recommendation for reassignment will be made by the Resident
Director or the appropriate Associate Director of Residence Life or
Director of Residence Life.
2. A decision to reassign a resident will be based on a review, by a
Resident Director in consultation with the appropriate Associate
Director of Residence Life and/or the Director of Residence Life, of
available evidence of a violation;
3. If reasonably possible, and depending upon the nature and
seriousness of the alleged violation, the Resident Director or the
appropriate Associate Director of Residence Life will talk with the
resident before making a decision on reassignment; or
4. A resident who is reassigned in accordance with this provision can
request an appeal by contacting the Office of Residence Life.
14. CONTRACT TERMINATION / REMOVAL FROM HERITAGE COMMONS
A. The University may terminate this contract at any time if the
University determines that:
1. The resident is delinquent in his/her tuition, apartment or meal
plan fees or any part thereof;
2. The resident's behavior shows a disregard for the residential
community and/or the specific living area environment;
3. The resident has misrepresented any fact on this contract;
4. The resident has violated any term of this contract or violated any
University rule, regulation or policy, including but not limited to,
the Guide to Heritage Commons Living, Dining Services Guide or the
Code of Student Conduct;
5. The resident is not eligible for enrollment or is not enrolled for
9 hours or more as a student at Miami;
6. The resident is, or is required to be, a registered sex offender
pursuant to any federal, state or local law or has been convicted of a
felony.
B. Any resident whose contract is being terminated for other than
disciplinary reasons may request a hearing before the Director of
Residence Life, or his/her designee, whose decision shall be final. In
all other instances, the Code of Student Conduct shall govern the
removal process. Breach of contract may also result in cancellation of
current enrollment and in denial of subsequent University
registration.
C. The resident who moves out of his/her apartment during the term of
contract without relief from contract obligations continues to be
liable for apartment and meal plan fees (if applicable) which will
accrue against his/her account whether or not services are taken.
D. Any unpaid fees or charges will be added to the student's
University bill. Enrollment, grades and/or transcripts may be denied
by Miami University until such time as the bill is paid in full.
15. KEYS
A. The resident agrees to be responsible for the key and Student ID
card that serves as his/her access to the apartment building and
individual student room. Student agrees not to have the key
duplicated which would be in violation of the Ohio Revised Code,
S3345.13 and not to transfer use of the key.
B. The resident agrees to immediately report loss of the assigned room
key or Student ID Card and to pay the charges of changing all locks on
doors, drawers, and mailboxes affected by the loss of the key.
C. The resident agrees that charges for any semester continue to
accrue until the resident officially checks out and returns the key.
16. ONLINE DIRECTORY
The university publishes a public electronic directory of student
names, local addresses and phone numbers. If you wish to request
exemption from having your listing published, please send a written
request to the Office of the Registrar, 102 Campus Avenue Building by
July 15, 2010.
17. UNIVERSITY CONTRACT CONFIRMATION DEPOSIT: YOU ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A
$330 DEPOSIT UPON SUBMISSION OF THIS AGREEMENT.
If you are a continuing student within housing, your University
Contract Confirmation Deposit is already on file with the Bursar and
you do not need to resubmit it. The University Contract Confirmation
Deposit is NOT available for credit toward room rent at the beginning
of any semester. University Contract Confirmation Deposit, less any
unpaid charges, will be applied retroactively toward your final
academic term fees.
18. REFUNDS
I understand and agree to be bound by the University policy regarding
refunds of room rents paid at the beginning of a semester which are
refundable in cases of withdrawal from the University as follows:
(Please note that the University Contract Confirmation Deposit is
forfeited in all instances.)
A. Withdrawal during the first five class days of a semester - 100%
room rent.
B. Withdrawal during the sixth through the eighth class day of a
semester - 90% room rent.
C. Withdrawal during the ninth through the twentieth class day of a
semester - 50% room rent.
D. Withdrawal during the twenty-first through the thirtieth class day
of a semester - 35% room rent.
E. Withdrawal during the thirty-first through the fortieth class day
of a semester - 25% room rent.
F. Withdrawal after the fortieth class day of a semester - no refund
of room rent.
19. MUlaa ACCOUNT
If a student registers for the MUlaa option on the contract, a credit
will be placed in a debit account to be used for the Miami Bookstore,
Print Center, on campus laundry, vending, Miami Box Office, Goggin Ice
Center, and Rec Center Pro-Shop. This charge will appear on their fall
semester bursar statement. This account will remain active as long as
the student is enrolled. All unused balances are non-refundable.
20. SUBLETTING
The resident acknowledges that subletting of the room is strictly
prohibited.
21. PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY APARTMENT ROOM RENTAL PAYMENTS WITH THE
APPLICATION AND CONTRACT.
A semester's invoice of fees and charges will be provided at a later
date.
2010-2011 APARTMENT ROOM RATES PER SEMESTER
$4,540 - Private Room in Heritage Commons Apartments
Second Year Residency Requirement
All full-time first-year and second-year students are required to live on campus through the spring semester of their second academic year of enrollment. Students who (1) are over 21 years of age by the first day of class; (2) reside with their parents, legal guardians, spouses or dependent children; (3) are full-time employed; or (4) have matriculated full-time for at least two years at another institution of higher education or a regional campus are exempt from this requirement. Students seeking an exemption to this requirement must submit an application to the Office of the Dean of Students at least six to eight weeks before the beginning of the semester for which the exemption is sought.
Residency Requirement Exemption Form
In lieu of a second year of residency, qualified students are permitted to live in qualified off-campus housing owned or controlled by a recognized student organization.
Current first-year student room selection will occur during spring semester in March and April, and will be coordinated with the timing of fraternity member selection. All rising Second Year students, who do not meet any exemption criteria, will be required to select housing at that time. Once this process is completed, additional juniors and seniors may be admitted based upon availability.
If you have any questions about our housing selection program and how it may affect you, please call (513-529-5000) or email (housingandmeals@muohio.edu) and our customer service representatives will be happy to assist you.
Residency Requirement Exemption Form
In lieu of a second year of residency, qualified students are permitted to live in qualified off-campus housing owned or controlled by a recognized student organization.
Current first-year student room selection will occur during spring semester in March and April, and will be coordinated with the timing of fraternity member selection. All rising Second Year students, who do not meet any exemption criteria, will be required to select housing at that time. Once this process is completed, additional juniors and seniors may be admitted based upon availability.
If you have any questions about our housing selection program and how it may affect you, please call (513-529-5000) or email (housingandmeals@muohio.edu) and our customer service representatives will be happy to assist you.