Summer Housing

During the summer, Seattle University offers safe, convenient and affordable housing in Seattle for Seattle U students. Our residence halls are located in some of the most vibrant neighborhoods of the city and offer easy access to all that Seattle has to offer. RAs and desk staff are available during the summer.

All summer housing will be in the Murphy Apartment Complex. Application opens April 15, 2024 at 12 PM PST on the Housing Portal.

Criteria

Students are able to live in summer housing as long as they are an enrolled student at Seattle University (not necessarily taking summer classes). Students graduating after the current academic year (Spring 2024) will not be eligible to live on campus for the summer. 

Timeline

• April 15 - Summer Housing Application Opens! Applications for summer housing will be available through the Housing Portal. 
• May 15 - Summer Housing assignments released (and on a rolling basis after)
• June 14 - Spring-to-Summer transition date**

**Special note for current Bellarmine residents moving into summer housing: If you are currently a Bellarmine resident and plan to move into summer school for the first session on June 14, please note that you will be required to move on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, due to construction work that will start promptly on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. There are no exceptions to this move date for Bellarmine residents.

Summer Housing Session Options

Summer Housing corresponds to summer quarter academic sessions. Please choose the date from in the Housing Application that best fits your situation.

Important notices on the sessions listed above:

*The 10-week session is the longest session a student can choose if they do NOT have a booking on campus for the upcoming Fall Quarter. Our office will verify this information before confirming your summer booking.

 **The 12-week session is only available to students who HAVE a confirmed booking for the upcoming Fall Quarter. Our office will verify this information before confirming your summer booking.

Summer Room Types and Rates

For Summer Quarter, shared occupancy room spaces, along with a limited number of single occupancy room spaces, will be available for assignment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You may indicate your housing type preference on the Housing Application, but please note that, depending on space, you may be assigned a shared occupancy type, even if you indicate you prefer a single occupancy room type. We thank you for your patience and understanding as not all room types can be used as single occupancy space.

Roommate Information: If you select to live in a shared occupancy space, you may indicate a roommate preference on the Housing Application. Please note that this other person needs to have a completed housing application on file in order for our office to make an assignment for them. We recommend that you speak to this person and ensure they have submitted their housing application and have indicated your name in this section of the application.

Additionally, if you indicate a roommate preference, you may still be assigned to a space with other roommates. For example, if you only indicate 1 other person here, you and that other person may be assigned to a quad apartment, where you will share the space with 2 other individuals. Choosing a roommate does NOT automatically guarantee a room assignment where only 2 people can be assigned.

Please note that indicating a roommate on the application is optional. If you decide not to choose a specific roommate, then you will be assigned a roommate (if assigned to a shared occupancy space). Please note that even if you indicated above a preference for a single room space, you may still be assigned to a shared occupancy room with a roommate.

The chart lists the room types and summer rates that correlate with each session.

Optional Summer Meal Plan

Selecting a meal plan for summer is not required, regardless of classification status. The below meal plans are available for purchase for the summer period. However, we ask that you strongly consider your plans for dining over the summer, given that Redhawk Dining may have limited hours.

Additionally, please note that you will be assigned an apartment with a fully functional kitchen, to which you may want to cook more.

Although meal plan funds from summer will carry over to fall, we STRONGLY encourage you consider a meal plan option that will be best for you.

Other Logistical Information

If you are NOT currently living on campus, you will receive more information about your move in logistics for your approved move-in date. Please expect to receive more information in mid-to-late May 2024 if you are moving into summer housing on June 14, 2024.

If you ARE currently living on campus, you will receive more information about moving to your summer room assignment when you are assigned a space mid-May. Students currently on campus are automatically approved for a late-stay request until summer occupancy begins. The spring-to-summer housing transition date will be Friday, June 14, 2024. Current residents will not need to find alternative housing options between June 8, 2024 (when the halls close for summer) and June 14, 2024 when summer housing begins.

If you are currently a BELLARMINE resident, you will move to your spring-to-summer housing move on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Bellarmine residents are not permitted to stay in the building past Tuesday, June 11, 2024. 

If you will be a Murphy resident for the upcoming Fall 2024 Quarter, we will try and assign you to your same room space for the fall quarter, however we are not able to guarantee this. You may need to move again at the end of the summer period.

Student Housing Agreement
Summer 2024

THE “REDHAWK EXPERIENCE” LIVING ON CAMPUS AT SEATTLE UNIVERSITY 
As a residential campus committed to the Jesuit value of educating the whole person, living on campus is considered to be an integral and signature student experience. Students who live on campus are more likely to take full advantage of campus resources, be more involved in the campus community, achieve greater academic success, persist to graduate at a higher rate, and be more generally satisfied with their overall university experience.  
 
Housing and Residence Life is committed to providing safe, affordable, welcoming, and inclusive summer housing accommodations to the students of Seattle University. By living on campus, Seattle University students will be engaged with their peers and continue their learning, growth, and holistic development outside of the classroom. Seattle University students living on campus will live, grow, and thrive in a collaborative and just community. We hope that after Seattle University students leave the residence halls on campus, they will take with them valuable memories and powerful knowledge to help create a more just and humane world.  
 
This Agreement is designed to inform and educate students on their rights and responsibilities when residing on campus for the summer. Please review this Agreement for an understanding of essential information related to campus living. 
 
GLOSSARY OF TERMS & CONDITIONS   

The following glossary of important terms and definitions is established here to help guide students’ understanding of this Agreement. Please take some time to familiarize yourself with these definitions before continuing your reading:  

• Student Housing Application: The “application” is considered the student’s first step in seeking to live on campus. By submitting a housing application, students intend to accept on-campus housing accommodations once a room assignment is made to them. By applying, a student acknowledges that they have read, understood, and accept this Agreement, so we encourage students to take their time reading through these pages and reach out for any clarification they might need.
• Student Housing Agreement: This Agreement is a binding and legal document between students and Seattle University. Therefore, students need to familiarize themselves with all details outlined here. Students should also note that the policies and procedures outlined in The Resident Handbook and Code of Student Conduct are also in full effect in conjunction with this Agreement. Before applying, take some time to read these other two documents. The Agreement is executed and effective on the date the student submits their Student Housing Application.    

A. Seattle University’s Residential Housing Requirement & Housing Exemption Policy   

There is no residential requirement, and subsequently no exemption process, during the summer period.   
  
B. Hall and Room Assignments   

1. Seattle University does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran.  However, it will assign students to live with other students of the same gender identity unless they indicate a preference for gender-inclusive housing. Additionally, Seattle University will make every effort to offer reasonable on-campus housing accommodations for students with disabilities with guidance from Disability Services (DS) office and will comply with its Non-Discrimination and Section 504/ADA Policy and Appeal Procedure.  
2.  Seattle University reserves the right to determine and change room assignments for any reasons determined necessary throughout the academic year. Seattle University also reserves the right to consolidate room spaces when necessary, at any point throughout the academic year.   
3. It is Seattle University's practice to give preference in campus housing assignments to students who reside outside the greater Seattle area. By this policy, the University reserves the right to cancel this Agreement before the published date for residence hall opening in the fall, winter, or spring quarters when a student resides within the greater Seattle area.   
4. Single-room assignments in double occupancy rooms in traditional-style residence halls are only available when space permits. Single-room assignments cannot be guaranteed before the beginning of the quarter and may not be available during the academic year depending on space demand. When available, single rooms will be prioritized based on need.

C. Occupancy  

1. While class registration is not a requirement for summer housing occupancy for continuing students, the student is required to be an active, enrolled student for the upcoming fall quarter. Students graduating after the spring quarter are not eligible for summer housing.   
2. All first-year and new students to Seattle University for the upcoming fall quarter must be enrolled for summer courses to live on campus for the summer period.  
3. Students must comply with the University’s immunization policy.  Students not in compliance will not be allowed to assume occupancy (see section N- “Student Health Insurance”).   
4. If a vacancy occurs in a room, the remaining residents(s) may not occupy the vacant space. If residents occupy more than one space their items may be moved at their expense to make room for another occupant. If Housing is unable to assign a new resident to the vacant space because the current resident(s) has occupied the vacated area/space, the current resident may  be subject to disciplinary action through the Integrity Formation process and maybe responsible for the room charges for the unauthorized use of the space.  
5. Students living on campus are required to maintain a confidential emergency contact. The emergency contact will be notified in the event a Student is in a potentially life-threatening situation, a life-altering situation, the Student is unable to respond, or another situation as determined to safeguard the health and safety of the Student. Students have the option to name a different contact to be notified if the Student is determined to be missing. If the Student is under 18 their emergency contact and missing person contact must be a parent or guardian.  

D. Dates of Occupancy   

Below are the listed dates of occupancy for Summer 2024. In alignment with Seattle University’s academic calendar, occupancy is broken down into five (5) sessions:    
  

**The 10-week session is the longest session a student can choose if they do NOT have a booking on campus for Fall 2024. Our office will verify this information before confirming your summer booking.  

*** The 12-week session is only available to students who HAVE a confirmed booking for Fall 2024. Our office will verify this information before confirming your summer booking. Students will transition to their fall assignments as an “early arrival” between September 1 and September 8. Specific dates and additional details will be sent to students in mid-to-late summer. 
  
E. Student Housing Cancellation Fees and Timeline   
There is no cancellation fee associated with any cancellation requests for Summer 2024 housing.   
  
However, if a student moves into a room space and later submits a request to cancel their housing assignment, they will be charged a pro-rated weekly amount through the end of the full week when they vacate their space and complete the check-out process at their residence hall front desk. A “week” is defined as Sunday to Saturday.   

F. Cohabitation and Overnight Guests   

Cohabitation is not permitted in residence halls or apartments. Students will be assigned to live with other students of the same gender identity unless they indicate a preference for gender-inclusive housing. Students are not permitted to live with another student with whom they are in a romantic relationship. Only guests of the same gender identity as their resident hosts are permitted to stay overnight in the residence halls provided the guest is not in a romantic relationship with the resident host. Students who plan to have an overnight guest should be sure to have a conversation with their roommate(s) before bringing the guest to the space. Students must inform their RA if they have an overnight guest. A single guest may stay overnight in Seattle University Housing for a maximum of three nights per month. If a guest intends to stay longer than three nights, they must speak to their building’s Area Coordinator for permission.  
  
G. Room Rates for Summer 2024

The Student agrees to pay the applicable room rate by the due dates established and announced by the University, except as otherwise denoted by University policy. Room Rates for Summer 2024 are published on the Housing & Residence Life website.    
 
H. Student Housing and Other Charges  

Students living on campus authorize Housing and Residence Life to post applicable housing, meal plan, and other miscellaneous charges to their student account. Miscellaneous charges include but are not limited to cancellation fees, fines for conduct violations, reimbursement of damage costs, lock-out fees, lock change fees, and/or any other miscellaneous charges deemed necessary by Housing and Residence Life that pertain to student housing. Students may contact Housing and Residence Life directly for a description of the charges. Students also are obligated to pay any balance in full by the due dates posted by Seattle University. If a student fails to comply with these terms, they will not be allowed to register for classes or receive transcripts or diplomas and may be denied other Seattle University services.  If a student fails to make timely payment for all or any part of the assessed charges, the student will be liable to the University for all costs the University incurs (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) in pursuing collection against the student.  Students living on campus understand and agree to this and accept as the student’s responsibility any debt arising in connection with this Agreement.   
 
I. Meal Plans and Meal Plan Policy 
There is no meal plan requirement during the summer period, however, students can purchase a  
meal plan if they wish to do so. Summer meal plan funds roll over to the fall quarter.   
  
J. Liability and Damage to Personal Property   

1. Students are fully responsible for their personal property and any damage to or loss of personal property located in/on Seattle University premises, including money, personal belongings, computers, electronics, bikes, scooters, or other items of value. Seattle University disclaims any liability for damage to or loss of personal property and belongings.   
2. All students who reside on campus are highly encouraged to research and purchase renter’s insurance for the entire duration of their residency on campus.  
3. Students who are found responsible for damage to their space or residential facilities will be responsible for paying the repair/restoration costs of all damage that occurs in their assigned campus housing space. Students are also responsible for and will be charged the costs of repair for all damage they cause (alone or with others) to any other area of Student Housing or the University, such as communal areas.  
4. Students also recognize and agree that they shall be responsible for any malicious damage and/or excessive/additional/non-routine cleaning that occurs within their assigned Student Housing common areas/spaces (such as main lobbies, floor lounges, study rooms, community restrooms, etc.).  Such community damages will only be assigned/shared when Housing and Residence Life is unable to determine the specific individual(s) at fault for the additional charges. 
5. Students agree to be responsible for the conduct of their guests who are in a university residential facility at the invitation or permission of the student.   
6. If Seattle University incurs expenses as a result of a student’s or students’ failure to meet the requirements of Sections J. 2, 3, or 4, Seattle University has the right, at its discretion, to either issue an invoice for the costs or offset the costs against any amounts that Seattle University may owe the student.     

K. Right of Entry   

University representatives may enter the residence halls and a student’s assigned space at any time without prior notice for the purpose(s) of:  

• making necessary or agreed-upon repairs 
• supplying necessary or agreed-upon services 
• investigating health or safety concerns  
• investigating suspected violations of Student Housing or other University policies (including, but not limited to, violations of firearm or drug, tobacco, and alcohol use policies)  
• verifying occupancy 
• conducting inventories of university property
• conducting facility health/safety inspections

Whenever possible, entries into residential spaces will be announced in advance.  However, when an immediate need is evident, or it is determined a life or safety concerns are present, Seattle University may need to enter without notice. In these instances, Seattle University officials will announce themselves before entering a student’s assigned space.   
   
L. Termination   

The University reserves the right to terminate this Agreement and a student’s residency because of improper or unsafe conduct or failure to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement. The University's termination of this Agreement and/or a student’s residency does not waive the student’s obligation to pay the room rate for the full Academic Year. The student shall be given a grace period to vacate their residence hall space, when applicable.  
 
M. Pets   

Pets or animals are not permitted in campus housing facilities at any time, except for:  

1. An animal certified or otherwise documented as having been trained for assisting or accommodating a person with a disability or as an emotional support animal (ESA). Proper documentation must be presented to the SU Disability Services (DS) Office and a preliminary meeting with a Housing representative is required before bringing an animal into any University housing facility.  
2. Fish contained in a small tank no larger than ten (10) gallons are permitted.   

N. Check-In/Check-Out  

1. At the time of check-in, students are responsible for inspecting the overall condition of their assigned room and must complete a Room Condition Inventory form of their assigned space through the Housing Portal. Students who do not complete a Room Condition Inventory form on the Housing Portal forfeit their ability to contest any damage found in their assigned room space at the time of check-out.
2. Check-out is complete when a student has returned all issued keys, has posted a mail forwarding address on the Housing Portal, and completed their Room Condition Inventory.  
3. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the check-out process at their residence hall front desk to turn in their key(s). Failure to do so at the time of check-out will result in a lock change charge, and/or other associated costs.   
4. Students are required to remove all personal belongings from their residential space before check-out and may not leave belongings to be held by other students. Any items left behind after check-out may be treated as abandoned property and will be donated or disposed of at the University’s discretion and the owner’s expense. Housing and Residence Life has no obligation to store or attempt to return property left behind after check-out.  
5. Students agree to leave their room clean and the furniture in good order at the time of checkout. If the space requires additional cleaning or furniture to be repaired, replaced, or reassembled, the student will be responsible for the cost of repairing, replacing, or cleaning their room or furniture, as well as any associated labor charges, as determined by Housing and Residence Life.  
6. After check-out, any disputed charges must be submitted in writing to the Housing and Residence Life Office no later than the time frame indicated on the notification message sent to the student after the charge has been placed on their account.   

O. Compliance with Other University Policies   

The student acknowledges and accepts the University’s policies and guidelines that govern Student conduct. University policies are contained in several documents, including, but not limited to Seattle  University Student Handbook; The Resident Handbook; Seattle University Code of Student Conduct;   Undergraduate Bulletin; Seattle University Catalogue.  Students are responsible for accessing online the most up-to-date version of university policies. Policies posted online are the most current version available and supersede prior online versions and hard copies. The student agrees to be familiar with these documents and policies and to comply with the responsibilities and obligations stated in these publications and in other University policy statements that pertain to students or student conduct, or activities as may be amended from time to time.  

P. Statement on Nondiscrimination   

Seattle University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in the administration of any of its education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletics, and other school-administered policies and programs, or in its employment-related policies and practices. All University policies, practices and procedures are administered in a manner consistent with Seattle University's Catholic and Jesuit identity and character. Inquiries relating to these policies may be referred to the University's Title IX Coordinator.
Consistent with the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its implementing regulations, Seattle University has designated individuals responsible for coordinating the University's Title IX compliance. Students or employees with concerns or complaints about discrimination on the basis of sex in employment or an education program or activity may contact the following Title IX Coordinator.
Dr. Elizabeth Trayner
Assistant Vice President for Institutional Equity
Title IX Coordinator, and ADA/504 Coordinator
Loyola Hall 300
(206) 220-8515Z
etrayner@seattleu.edu 
Individuals may also contact the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education.

Q. Disability Statement   

The Department of Housing & Residence Life works closely with the Seattle University Office of Disabilities Services staff to ensure appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities who reside in SU residential communities. Please contact Disabilities Services at (206) 296-5740 to discuss your Student Housing accommodations and any other support you may need on campus and during your time at Seattle University. Student Housing accommodations can include (but are not limited to): a single room, access to an accessible bathroom, alteration of meal plan, etc.