Housing and Dining Financial Contract
2008-2009
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| Deposit and Acceptance | Housing and Dining Contract Prices |
| Cancellation and Refund Policies | Payment Policies |
Previous Year's Contract (pdf) |
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IMPORTANT - STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
By agreeing to the Housing and Dining Application, I confirm that I have read and understand the terms of the housing and dining contract -- which includes the Housing and Dining Policies, the Housing and Dining Payment Schedule, and Housing and Dining Financial Contract, and that I accept the provisions of the contract. I further agree to abide by all of the policies and procedures outlined in the Housing and Dining Policies as they now exist or as amended throughout the term of the contract.
Keep the Housing and Dining Contract for your information and guidance during the year.
Please note that if you cancel your housing contract, Housing Services must be notified through the online termination process.
Phone: 509-335-4577
E-mail: housing@wsu.edu
or hdfinance@wsu.edu (financial
questions)
1. Deposit and Acceptance
- If I have a new application to be considered for fall or spring semester, I understand that my application to Housing Services must be accompanied by (1) a security deposit of $150.00 (or a deposit must be on file through prior arrangements) and (2) a contract first payment of $400.00, for a total of $550.00.
- If I am a continuing student (with security deposit on file) I must make
- An additional security deposit of $90 to bring the total security deposit to $150
AND - A fall first payment of $400 ($200.00 with the application and the remaining $200 no later than June 1
- An additional security deposit of $90 to bring the total security deposit to $150
- As a new applicant, I understand that the fall first payment of $400.00 will be applied to the housing and dining contract fee and must be accompanied with the Housing and Dining Application in order for this contract to be accepted. The $150.00 security deposit will be held as a damage deposit.
- Students relying solely on financial aid to cover the first payment should realize that the cancellation provisions of Section 2 below will be in effect for those who apply. Financial Aid DOES NOT cover the required $150.00 security deposit.
- I understand that my electronic signature on the Housing and Dining Application signifies my acceptance of this contract. I also understand that this contract is not valid and binding until the University acknowledges acceptance of this contract by assigning me a residence hall reservation which I can view online.
- If I am a male student, I understand that I may be placed in a temporary residence hall assignment if I enroll in fraternity recruitment unless I make special arrangements with Housing Services. I understand that application for fraternity recruitment is deemed by Housing Services as notification of cancellation. If I am recruited and do not pledge, I will be assigned to permanent space in the residence hall system only after signing a new Housing and Dining Application.
2. Cancellation and Refund Policies
- I understand this contract covers the entire
academic year. I further understand that cancellation
of the housing and dining contract during the year will result
in a cancellation fee as delineated below.
- Students will be charged the housing and dining service charge portion of the housing and dining contract fee based on the number of days from the contract beginning date until the date of approved termination.
- Students will be charged for the actual Residence Dining Account (RDA) Dollars consumed, as recorded on the campus card system.
- Students checking out of the residence hall will be charged a cancellation fee based on the date of approved termination. For more details, see the Residence Hall Cancellation Fees.
- Students breaking their contract for the
reasons listed below will not be charged the cancellation fee.
- Completion of academic program or graduation at the time of cancellation.
- Withdrawing from the University.
- Marriage during the period of time covered by the housing and dining contract (documentation required).
- Student teaching or internship off the Pullman campus (documentation required).
- Medical reasons (documentation required).
- Move to University Apartments.
- While correctly following all checkout and termination procedures, move to approved University housing.
- I understand that if I want to cancel
this contract prior to check-in, I must do so online or
in writing to Housing Services. In order to assure that
Washington State University is compensated for costs incurred
due
to cancellation
of this contract (excluding the Security Deposit which will not
be refunded), Washington State University has adopted the
following
pre-check-in cancellation and refund policy:
Fall Semester: If by July 15: No cancellation fee. July 16 - August 1: Cancellation fee of $200. After August 1, and prior to the contract start date: Cancellation fee of $400. After Contract Start Date: The cancellation fee will charged as per the Contract Cancellation Fee table.
Spring Semester, for new incoming students only: If by December 15: No cancellation fee. December 16 - December 31: Cancellation fee of $200. January 1 through January 6: Cancellation fee of $400. After Contract Start Date of January 6: The cancellation fee will charged as per the Contract Cancellation Fee table.
Information regarding cancellation of a Residence Hall Contract during a semester may be found under the Financial Matters section.
- I understand that my failure to cancel before
the contract start date of each semester will result in having
my housing and dining contract cancelled the first day of classes,
and I will be charged a no-show fee of $750.
- I understand that Washington State University
will not hold my room assignment if the reservation is not claimed
by 8:00 p.m., August 24, unless I have notified Housing Services
in writing of the date of the planned late arrival. If
I enroll spring semester, my reservation must be claimed by
8:00
p.m., January 11, unless action has been taken as outlined above.
I understand that reservations not claimed by these respective
dates and time will be cancelled, and I will be charged a cancellation
fee.
- I understand that if I am eligible to check out
at the end of fall semester, I must do so by December 20 at 10:00
a.m.
- I understand that if I check-in on or after August 17, for
fall semester, or if I check-in or continue to reside in residence
halls on or after January 7, for spring semester, and subsequently
move out of the residence hall system, if eligible per the Housing
and Dining Policies, I will be obligated to pay a prorated housing
and dining contract fee. In addition to that daily charge, I
understand that there will also be a cancellation fee as shown
above in Section 2A. I understand that if I cancel after December
5 (fall semester), or April 24 (spring semester), I will be charged
the
full semester's housing and dining and that I will receive
no refund.
Students who feel they have a legitimate reason why they should not be charged the cancellation fee should contact the Director of Housing Services or his/her designee. Students who wish to appeal the decision of the Director of Housing Services or his/her designee may submit an appeal to the Appeals Committee. For more details, see Contract Appeals.
I understand that I am obligated to pay all cancellation fees if I am evicted for non-payment or Student Conduct violations.
3. Housing and Dining Contract
Prices
I agree that I must select and apply for a housing and dining plan in all halls except McEachern, Orton, and Rogers, where the dining plan is optional. The total charges under the contract will be based on the housing and dining combinations I have selected, which includes the mandatory fees listed below. Current residents that sign a housing contract for the next academic year qualify for a Guaranteed Rate. As long as you continuously live in the residence halls, your housing and dining overhead charge will not increase from your original contract price.
I understand that Washington State University reserves the right to increase the applicable fee for/during either semester by an amount not exceeding $100.00 per semester.
I understand that with the exception of those assigned to McEachern, Orton, or Rogers Halls, all initial assignments for new students will be to double room plans if space is available.
I understand that if I am initially assigned to a single room without requesting a single room, I will pay the appropriate costs listed below until my transfer to a double room can be arranged (after my arrival to WSU).
I understand that if I am initially assigned to a hall with a higher rate than my housing choices as per my online housing application, I will pay the appropriate costs listed below until my transfer to a different hall can be arranged (after my arrival to WSU).
Residence Hall Contract Prices for 2008-2009* |
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| Fall 08 | Continuing Spring 09 |
New Spring 09 |
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| Duncan Dunn, Stephenson N, Waller Halls | |||
| Double Room Plan | $2,217 | $1,917 | $2,067 |
| Single Room Plan | 2,417 | 2,117 | 2,267 |
| Single Occupancy in a Double Room Plan | 2,717 | 2,417 | 2,567 |
| Coman, Perham, Regents, Scott Stephenson S & E, Streit Halls |
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| Double Room Plan | $2,342 | $2,042 | $2,192 |
| Single Room Plan | 2,542 | 2,242 | 2,392 |
| Single Occupancy in a Double Room Plan | 2,842 | 2,542 | 2,692 |
| Community, Gannon, Goldsworthy, Stevens Stimson and Wilmer-Davis Halls |
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| Double Room Plan | $2,442 | $2,142 | $2,292 |
| Single Occupancy in a Double Room Plan | 2,942 | 2,642 | 2,792 |
| Community, Stevens, Stimson, Wilmer-Davis Halls | |||
| Single Room Plan | $2,642 | $2,342 | $2,492 |
| McEachern | |||
| Single Room Plan | $2,543 | $2,243 | $2,393 |
| Honors or McCroskey Halls | |||
| Double Room Plan | $2,902 | $2,602 | $2,752 |
| Single Room Plan | 3,102 | 2,802 | 2,952 |
| Single Occupancy in a Double Room Plan | 3,402 | 3,102 | 3,252 |
| Orton or Rogers Halls | |||
| Single Occupancy in a Double Room Plan | $2,892 | $2,592 | $2,742 |
| *Included in the above housing rates are the additional charges for: |
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| Fall | Spring | ||
| Washer/Dryer Fee | $40 | $40 | |
| Hall Dues and RHA Dues (except McEachern) | 37 | 37 | |
| Hall Dues (McEachern) | 25 | 25 | |
Residence Dining Accounts (RDA) for 2008 - 2009 |
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| RDA Level* | Overhead Cost Per Semester |
RDA Dollars per Semester |
Total Cost per Semester |
| Level 1 | $900 | $690 | $1,590 |
| Level 2 | $900 | $902 | $1,802 |
| Level 3 | $900 | $1,060 | $1,960 |
| Level 4 | $900 | $1,270 | $2,170 |
| *Residents of McEachern, Orton, & Rogers Halls may choose not to have a dining plan. | |||
My acceptance of the Housing and Dining contract constitutes acceptance of membership in the student association of the living group to which I am assigned, including all the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of such membership, and includes dues of $50 each year.
For specific rates and payment dates please see the Rate Estimator.
Double Room Plan: Double and multiple room occupancy (available in McCroskey only, multiple room occupancy includes 3 students per room).
Single/Double Room Plan: Single occupancy in a room designed for two.
Single/Single Room Plan: Single occupancy in a room designed for one.
Orton and Rogers Hall: Single occupancy, single/double room plan. Available in Orton and Rogers only to students 19 years and older (Dining Plan Optional).
McEachern Hall - Single occupancy: Available only to graduate students and undergraduate students 20 years and older (Dining Plan Optional).
Dining Optional Halls: Students who have requested McEachern, Orton, or Rogers and who have not chosen a dining plan will be assigned a Level 1 dining plan automatically in the event they are assigned to residence hall that requires a dining plan. Students moving from McEachern, Orton, or Rogers to residence hall that requires a dining plan, will be required to select a dining plan.
4. Payment Policies
- A. I understand that if my contract is not paid in full when
the semester begins, the Housing
and Dining Payment Schedule shows the available payment plan. I understand that if I owe
money on my Housing and Dining account I will receive an electronic “Notice
of Payment Due”, showing the amount due and the due dates.
I understand that if I have a past due account I will receive
an electronic “Notice of Overdue Account”. I can
find this in myWSU (http://my.wsu.edu). I understand that I will
receive all correspondence regarding my Housing and Dining bill
via electronic correspondence through myWSU. Payments must be
received by the Housing and Dining Financial Services Office
by the dates indicated or there will be a late-payment fee. NO
INVOICES OR STATEMENTS WILL BE MAILED. Payments are due as scheduled
without further demand or notice. Account balances, transactions
and due dates can be viewed in myWSU or at the following secure
location: http://www.livingat.wsu.edu/hdrl/Financial/AccountDetail/.
I understand that failure to use privileges does not cancel the charges in the housing and dining contract.
- Financial Aid Recipients: All available
financial aid and/or scholarships, after tuition and fees are
paid, will be applied to the outstanding account balance up to
the full cost of the semester's room and board. Financial
aid credited to your housing and dining plan may alter your payment
schedule.
- I understand that unpaid housing and dining charges, charges
for cleaning, damage to property, equipment, or furnishings caused
by myself are an obligation to WSU. Washington State University
will not issue transcripts until full settlement has been made.
In the event my account is assigned for collection, I agree to
pay 12% per annum, attorney fees, and collection costs.
- I understand that rental charges for rooms provided
under this contract cover the following periods:
- Fall semester: 10 a.m., Sunday, August 17, to 10 a.m. Saturday, December 20.
- Spring semester: 10 a.m., Wednesday, January 7, to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 9.
- Fall early housing and dining (Saturday, August
16) is available for the daily rate as an additional pre-contract
charge.
- Although I may leave my belongings in my room, I understand
that residence halls and residence dining facilities are not open
during regularly scheduled University vacation periods as indicated
below. The University is not responsible for lost, stolen, or
damaged property.
- Thanksgiving Break: 10:00 a.m., November 23, to 2:00 p.m., November 29.
- Semester Break: 10:00 a.m., December 20, to 10:00 a.m., January 7.
- Spring Break: 10:00 a.m., March 14, to 2:00 p.m., March 21.
I understand that limited housing during vacation periods may be available in Gannon/Goldsworthy, McCroskey, McEachern, Orton, Regents, Rogers and Streit-Perham on a first-come, first-served basis at no additional charge. Reservations may be made through Residence Life if I am unable to leave the campus. I also understand that the terms of the housing and dining contract apply if I reside in vacation housing.
WSU Housing Services provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. WSU requires a 2-week notification for accommodation requests. Requests should be directed to Housing Services. TDD users: WA Relay Service 1-800-833-6388.
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