FAQ's — General Information

Any student who is matriculated, registered for classes full time, and in good academic standing can apply to live on campus. "Full time" is defined as twelve credit hours or more. Students must be 18 years of age by December 2008; (exceptions by permission only.) The Housing Application must be submitted online and the $200 application fee is required before the application will be considered active. (back)

Prices for the 2008/2009 academic year

Singles	Cost*	Doubles	Cost*
Per Semester	$3075.00	Per Semester	$2775.00
Fall/Spring	$6150.00	Fall/Spring	$5550.00
Intersession	$480.00	Intersession	$440.00

Single bedrooms and double bedrooms are priced differently based on the number of people in the bedroom. All single bedrooms are priced at the same cost, regardless of the size or location. Residents are paying for the single not the size or location. (back)

No! Anyone can apply to live in the residence halls. To date, approximately 2/3 of the applications are from out-of-county students, however, this does not prevent in-county students from applying to on-campus as well. (back)

The application process is now on-line. Students will need to submit an interest form or contact the Housing Office to become a part of the population in order to access the application on-line. application process. (back)

The Housing Application requires students to submit a $200 housing/security deposit in order for the application to be considered active. Students may submit payment following submitting the application.  (back)

The residence hall complex consists of 772 beds, located in four buildings, Pioneer Hall, Alexander Hall, Tribune Hall and Canal Hall. Each suite is approximately 1,100 square feet in size. (back)

When submitting an application , do 2nd year students have priority over 1st year students?

No. 2nd year students do not have priority over 1st year students. Acceptance into housing is made on a first-come-first-serve basis, regardless of current credit status. Students currently in the residence halls are guaranteed housing for the following year as long as they meet all established deadlines.(back)

How are housing assignments made for new students?

Housing assignments are made based on the roommate agreement questionnaire that is completed on the housing application/license. Residents are placed in a suite based on similarities. Once placed in the suite, the placement of beds is based on the date and time stamp of the housing application/license was received. Students also have the opportunity to choose their suitemate/roommate but it must be a mutual request. (back)

When are housing assignments made? 

Residents will be notified beginning April 15, 2008 and offers will made weekly until the residence halls open. Final assignments will be mailed by August 15th. (back)

Can I tour the residence halls before I move in?

All campus tours, including the Residence Halls, are organized through the MCC Admissions Office. The Admissions Office is located on the Brighton Campus, Building 1 Room 211, phone number 585.292.2200. Several summer orientations will include a residence hall component and tour and they will be offered July 10 and 22, and August 11 and 18th. Please visit www.monroecc.edu/go/orientation for additional information. (back)

Does my financial aid cover my housing cost? 

This depends on your financial aid eligibility. If you have enough financial aid eligibility, your aid may cover your residence hall expenses. Contact the Financial Aid Office for more information. (back)

What if I don't get a space? 

If you have applied to live in the residence halls, and you are not initially assigned a space, you can request to remain on the waiting list. If you choose not to remain on the waiting list, you must notify the Housing & Residence Life in wriing and your housing/security deposit will be refunded.

Monroe Community College does have an off-campus web page that will help students who are looking for off-campus housing in the local area. (back)

What if I decide that I do not want to live on-campus after I have signed the Housing Agreement?

If you are not offered a room you may request your $200 deposit in writing at anytime. Once you accept a room you will forfeit the application fee if you cancel prior to the start of classes. Once a student has moved into the residence halls there is a binding agreement to remain in the residence halls for the academic year unless a student is released. Please refer to the Housing Agreement for further clarification. (back)