Applying for Housing
Moving In and Out
While You're Here
How much does housing cost?
The most current room and board rates and payment schedule can be found under the ‘Fees’ section of the campus housing website. Your total room and board cost will depend on the meal plan selection that you make when you complete your application.
How do I apply?
The campus housing application is completed online. There is a requisite, non-refundable $125 space reservation fee upon completion. Your application cannot be submitted without this payment.
Is housing guaranteed?
Campus Housing anticipates that we will have enough space for all students who apply for housing.
When can I move in?
Each student has an assigned check in date and time block. This information is sent to you in the Campus Housing Welcome Packet in late July. The Important Dates section of our website also contains information on the check in schedule and is updated regularly.
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Can I move in early?
The residence halls are always busy and summer is no exception! We work hard with Student Affairs Maintenance, The Office of Admissions and Enrollment, and other departments at UNLV to make sure that your room is ready for your arrival and we often find ourselves ready exactly on your assigned check-in day. If you need to request an early arrival, you must submit an Early Arrival Request form to our office by the deadline listed on the Important Dates section of our website. Please understand that there are several reasons why your room may not be available for an early arrival, so early arrival is not guaranteed. Early Arrival incurs an additional fee of $50 per day and includes room and three daily meals. Meals may not be waived.
How can I pay my room and board?
- The most convenient way for you to pay your campus housing fees is online in the same manner that you pay your tuition. Go to the UNLV registration page, log in, and click on UNLV ePay.
- You may also pay in person at both the Office of Cashiering and Student Accounts or in person at the Office of Campus Housing. We accept cash, checks (made payable to Board of Regents), money orders, cashier’s checks, and all major credit/debit cards.
- Campus Housing cannot accept payments by phone.
Can financial aid pay for my housing?
Yes, however keep in mind that any aid that is disbursed must be used to pay your tuition before any funds are applied towards your room and board fees. If your financial aid will not cover all of your room and board fees, you are responsible for paying the balance according to the payment schedule.
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Can I have a single room?
Single rooms are available to students on a first come, first serve, space available basis at an additional charge of $850 per semester. The receipt of a single room is not guaranteed. To be eligible for a single room, you must first complete the application online. After having done so, please submit your request for a single room in writing to campus housing (e-mail is acceptable) that contains your full name and student ID number. Your name and request date will then be placed on the single room request roster. When issuing room assignments, students are placed in single rooms in date request order while availability allows.
I have a disability or medical condition and need a single room. What can I do?
If you have any needs that require special consideration, please prepare supporting documentation and contact the Disability Resource Center. Accommodations are based upon a recommendation from the DRC. You may reach the DRC at (702)895-0866.
Can I change my room?
You may request a room change during the third week of classes each semester. Room Change Request forms are available during this time at each complex. Complete the form and return it to your complex. Forms are collected during the third week and reviewed during the fourth week. The nature of your request (that is, how restrictive you are in terms of where you want to live) and the number of room vacancies will determine how quickly, and if, your request can be accommodated. Any students requesting a room change after the third week of classes will be required to go through a mediation process to identify potential roommate conflicts and community standards violations. All room change requests are subject to review and are not guaranteed.
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Can I change my meal plan?
You may change your meal plan during the third week of classes each semester. A $10.00 processing fee will be charged to change your meal plan. Meal plan change forms are available and must be completed at the Office of Campus Housing during the third week. No changes will be permitted after the third Friday of classes.
How do I cancel my housing?
If you have not yet moved in to your residence hall assignment, you may complete a Cancellation Request form and submit this to the Office of Campus Housing either by fax, mail, or in person. The Cancellation Request form can be obtained and printed from the ‘Forms’ section [http://housing.unlv.edu/forms.htm] of the campus housing website or at the Office of Campus Housing. Please note, traditional freshman coming from a high school outside of Clark County are required to live on campus during their first year.
How can I get released from my campus housing contract?
When you check in to your residence hall, you sign a contract for the full academic year, fall and spring semester, or for such portion of the academic year as may remain at the time the contract is signed. To apply for a release of contract, you must submit an Application for Release of Contract. All requests require supporting documentation per the stipulations on the form. Applications are submitted to the Office of Campus Housing and are subject to review and approval in order to be released.
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Does my housing include utilities?
Yes. Your room rate includes cable TV, high speed internet, and local telephone.
Are there beds in the rooms? Do I have to bring my own mattress?
Each room is furnished with two regular twin size beds and mattresses, two student desks, two chairs, two small dressers, and two wastepaper baskets.
How may I request an extra long bed?
There is a limited number of extra long beds. They are provided on a first come first serve basis while availability allows. Students are encouraged to email their requests to Campus Housing.
May I bring in my own bed and furniture?
The furniture we provide may not be removed from the room or residence hall. There is no space for additional furniture.
Is there a cleaning service or do students have to clean their own room/bathroom?
No, there is no cleaning service provided. Campus Housing facilities team cleans common areas only. Students are expected to clean their own living areas.
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Do I have to have a meal plan?
Yes, your contract combines housing and dining.
Can I cook in my room?
No, the residence halls are not equipped for cooking.
Can I have a car?
Yes. Please contact the Office of Parking and Transportation Services for information regarding having a vehicle on campus and to purchase permits. You may visit their website at parking.unlv.edu for more information.
Can I request a specific roommate?
Yes. In order to request a specific individual as your roommate, you must include their name and student ID number on Part 4 of the Campus Housing application. Please remember that only mutual roommate requests can be accommodated.
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What is an RA? Who is my RA?
Your RA is your Resident Assistant. He/she is an upper-class student leader and staff member empowered to facilitate your housing experience. Your RA is a mediator, listener, organizer, policy enforcer, and a role model in your community. We hope that you will have a great experience with your RA as you become a member of the residence hall community.
Is there a way to ship my stuff before Check-In Day?
Unfortunately, we do not have the resources and space to hold items prior to your arrival. Our recommendation is to have anything that needs to be shipped arranged to arrive at your residence hall on or after the first day of classes. The first day of classes is when mail service to the residence halls begins.
Can I apply for housing for the spring semester?
Yes. Spring room assignments are made in late December and early January, after the residence halls close for the fall term.
What day do the residence halls close? What day should I move out?
Residents must check out and vacate their rooms within 24 hours of their last final exam, or by 12:00 noon on the Saturday immediately following finals week, whichever comes first.
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Can I stay in my room over winter break?
The residence halls close between semesters and all RAs vacate, our staff is not on duty, the Dining Commons closes, maintenance & custodial staff are present on a limited basis, and even DPS (Department of Police Services) is present on a limited basis as all University offices close for one week. We simply cannot support students living on campus during this time without liability concerns.
Do I have to move out all of my belongings when I leave for winter break?
No, you may leave your belongings in your room, since you are coming back for spring semester. You should however either take or secure any valuable items and all belongings that you require or want during this break period. You will not be allowed back in the residence halls during the winter break period.
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What is an improper check out?
Students leaving an assigned space for any reason (room change, contract termination or release, or end of year/session) must complete the check-out procedure. Any portion of the check-out procedure not completed will result in a charge/fine. This procedure includes making an appointment with current RA at least 24 hours before departure, cleaning your room (i.e. remove garbage, vacuum, etc), moving furniture to original position (reserved only for an end of year/session check-out), removing all of your belongings, returning your mail key to your RA, and signing/retaining your copy of the check-out Room Condition Report.
Do you offer storage facilities?
No, we do not offer storage services or facilities.
Are students safe walking on campus?
- The UNLV Police website contains information regarding security escort service and important contact emergency phone numbers http://police.unlv.edu/stsecurity.htm.
- Parents are encouraged to discuss personal safety cautions and awareness with their student.
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What are Special Interest Floor Communities (Living Learning Communities and Thematic Communities)?
Our Special Interest Floor Communities range from Living Learning Communities to Thematic Communities. All of them are designed for special interests (such as Wellness) or majors (such as Hotel). There are some (Business and Leadership Project House) that require all students take a class together their first year or semester: those are Living Learning Communities because the students are learning together both in and outside of the classroom. The classes are often offered within close proximity to the residents’ floor, sometimes in the same complex. Thematic communities are floor environments residents can select based off of a variety of interests or majors. When you live there, the programs that are offered are going to be something of benefit to your interest area or major. Some of our Thematic Communities are: Diversity Living, Graduate and 23 or over, Global House, Honors, Hotel House, Hotel House First Year, and Wellness House.
Can anyone apply to live on a Thematic or Living Learning Community floor?
With a few noted exceptions, anyone can apply to our Thematic or Living Learning Communities. If it is a community that focuses on a specific major or specialization (Business, Hotel, or Honors for example) or a particular year/group (Graduate and 23 or over, or Leadership Project House which is for first year students), then you need to meet that criteria to apply. The requirements/criteria for application are also listed on the thematic community expectations when you apply online.
What is the difference between the Global House and the Diversity Living Community?
Make no mistake that these two communities have one thing in common: they both foster an environment of inclusion that is supportive of all cultures. However, there are also some differences. The Diversity Living Community is located in the South Complex, and is designed to increase student awareness and advocacy around issues of diversity, specifically race, class, gender, and sexuality within the United States. The Global House, located in the Upper Class Complex, emphasizes world-wide cultural exploration, focusing on opportunities for world travel, world study and study abroad. Global House is rich in involvement from both students from abroad and within the United States coming together to share and learn from one another’s cultures.
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Is there a cleaning service or do students have to clean their own room/bathroom?
Residents are responsible for cleaning their bathrooms and keeping their sink area hygienic during the semester.
To keep unwanted pests out of our buildings, room trash must be bagged and taken to your building’s dumpster area. Any trash found in a common area or exterior trash can may be billed $25 per bag to the community.
In addition, medical waste such as syringes and needles MUST be disposed of properly. Please obtain a medical waste container free of charge from the Student Health Center at: (702) 895-0278.
What are Health & Safety checks?
Health and safety checks are done once per semester by Residential Life staff members. Excessively dirty or non-compliant rooms may be subject to fines.
Do we recycle on campus?
Residential Facilities and Rebel Recycling are environmental partners. Each room has a blue recycling bin labeled with a recycling sign. Please put your recyclables in this bin. It is your responsibility to take your bin to the closest recycling area. On Campus Recycling Areas
- Between Faiman and South Complex
- Between Tonopah North and the Student Union
- Behind Dayton Complex
If you have questions about recycling please call Rebel Recycling at 895-3760.
What does the custodial team do for me?
During the school semester, our custodial team is responsible for cleaning the common areas & public restrooms of your building. There is a custodian in each of your buildings who is identifiable by a maroon & grey uniform.
Our custodial crew is trained to clean and disinfect “touch points” such as door handles and table tops to help prevent the spread of bacteria that may be harmful to your health. Our staff is trained to clean air vents on a regular basis to help improve the air quality in your building. If you would like to vacuum your room, our team maintains “green seal” vacuums which can be checked out at your complex’s front desk.
What if I need more assistance?
If you have a pest problem, need a new shower curtain, or need water extracted from your carpet, you can place a work order via www.rebelrepair.com.
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