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How
Are Room Assignments Made? | How Do I Know Where
I'll Be Living?
Room Changes | Physically
Challenged Students | Temporary Housing
How
Are Room Assignments Made?
Assignments are made in deposit date order. Rommate matches are made
by matching your answers to our questions on the
"Lifestyle Indicator" which is included with the online application. On the indicator, you designate your lifestyle patterns,
such as when you go to bed when you wake up, how neat or messy you like
your room to be, and your smoking/non-smoking preference.
When we receive your application and are ready to make assignments,
we look for individuals who match as closely as possible. Then, we place
you in a residence hall with your new roommate.
How Do I Know Where I'll Be Living?
Assignment letters begin going out via e-mail the last few weeks of December for
the upcoming Spring semester and the first week of June for the upcoming
Fall semester. E-mails include the building and room number in which
you will be living as well as your roommate's name and contact information.
Assignment information will also be on Cougar Trail by the dates specified above.
We strongly encourage you to contact your new roommate so you can start
to get to know each other, and coordinate what to bring on move-in day.
Note: Room change requests are not accepted until 2 weeks into
the Fall or Spring semester.
Room Changes
Students occasionally find themselves in a situation where they are
unhappy with their living environment. This often happens at the beginning
of a semester when students are adjusting to their new setting. If a
student is having difficulty adjusting, s/he should contact their Resident
Assistant (RA) and together they will work towards a solution, frequently
using a roommate contract.
If the RA feels that the student or students need to talk further with
a Residence Life staff member, they will be referred to their Residence
Hall Director (RHD). If the RHD feels that a room change is in
order, they will begin the room change process.
The Assistant Director of Housing Assignments will meet with the student to discuss the problem
and go over housing options that will best fit the student's needs.
Physically Challenged Students
The Office of Residence Life and Housing recognizes the special needs
of physically challenged students. We work in conjunction with the Office
of Disability Services to coordinate proper facilities and arrangements
for students with special physical needs. If you have a physical need
that would require special housing, please call Residence Life at (843)
953-5523 and Disability Services at (843) 953-1431.
Temporary Housing
Due to high interest in campus housing, Residence Life and Housing reserves
the right to utilize temporary housing spaces. These spaces are alleviated
when traditional space becomes available. If you are affected by this
situation, you will be notified by the Office of Residence Life and
Housing prior to the start of the academic year.
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Living on the College's
historic campus definitely has its benefits. Each residence hall and
residence house is unique in its own way. There are 22 historic houses
and nine residence halls. New and upperclass students are housed together
in our nine residence halls (except Kelly House and Warren Place, which
are all upper-class residents).
Female: Residence Halls &
Historic Residence Houses
Male:
Residence Halls & Historic Residence Houses
Co-ed:
Residence Halls & Historic Residence Houses
Housing
Features
Housing Map
Floor Plans and Building Details
(Please click on the Residence Hall below for their individual floor
plan)
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2007-2008 Academic Year Costs
Housing contracts are binding for the entire academic year (both
Fall & Spring semesters).
Below is the fee schedule for the 2007–2008 academic year. Fees include fully furnished rooms, local phone, all utilities, cable, hall security, daily newspaper service, and high-speed Internet access. Please note the standard and private rates for each tier. These fees are subject to change by action of the Board of Trustees. |
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*Standard Rooms
house two or three occupants per room.
**Private Rooms house one occupant per room.
Remember, the housing contract is a binding contract for the entire academic year (from August to May).
For more information regarding the housing contract, fees, and cancellations, see
our website.
*Pre-payment includes: $200 housing prepayment (non-refundable after
May 1) which will be divided and credited to your housing fees account
for each semester of the contract period and a $30 yearly nonrefundable
application fee.
Financial Aid Recipient (for current CofC students)
If you are unable to pay the $200 housing prepayment deposit, you currently
receive financial aid at the College of Charleston, and expect to receive
financial aid from a student loan for the academic year, you may contact
the Office of Residence Life and Housing for a financial aid deferment
form. This option is available until May 1st. After May 1, no deferments
will be issued. The $30 application fee cannot be deferred for any
reason, and must be sent with the application and contract.
Important
The College of Charleston reserves the right to assign any and all delinquent
accounts to a Collection Agency. This can and will include outstanding
housing fees. You will be responsible for all past due amounts and all
additional collection costs (33.3%) as well as legal fees.
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Accessing the
Internet From the Residence Halls
Campus
Technologies provides Cougar ResNet, a 24-7 high-speed Ethernet
Internet service connection to each student bed in every College Residence
Hall. This service offers wired and wireless technology so students
can access information at speeds much faster than standard 56K modems.
Support
Toll Free Phone Support for Cougar ResNet is available 24 hours a day/365
days a year. Just call 1-866-RESNET1. The support available is limited
to:
• Answering basic installation and configuration questions
• Diagnosing connectivity problems
In-Room Support for Cougar ResNet is available to diagnose network connectivity
problems Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm. Call 723-1312 to schedule an
appointment.
Visit the Technology
Web page for information on bringing a computer to the College,
and available computing facilities on campus.
Wired Residence Halls
The following residence halls have a WIRED connection to the internet. Wireless internet is not available at these locations.
- Berry
- Rutledge Rivers
- Buist Rivers
- Craig
- George Street
- Liberty Street
- McConnell
- McAlister
- Warren Place
- 90, 99, 101, 103, 105, 107 Wentworth St.
Wireless Residence Halls
The following residence halls have a WIRELESS connection to the internet. Wired internet is not available at these locations.
- All Historic Houses (except 90, 99, 101, 103, 105, 107 Wentworth St.)
- Sorority Houses
- Kelly House
- College Lodge
Network Cards for Wired Residence Halls
If you live in a wired residence hall, you will need a wired network card. Almost every new computer (desktop and laptop) will come with a wired network card already installed. In this case, you will only need to purchase a category 5 Ethernet cable. If your computer does not have a network card installed, Wireless cards can be purchased at Best Buy, Staples, Wal-Mart, etc.
Network Cards for Wireless Residence Halls
If you live in a wireless residence hall, you will need a wireless network card.
Wireless Desktop
Wireless cards (Proxim USB) are available at Campus Technologies for $105. This price includes in-room installation and tax.
Wireless Laptop
Most new laptop computers will come with a wireless network card already installed. Campus Technologies does not carry wireless cards for laptops. Wireless cards can be purchased at Best Buy, Staples, Wal-Mart, etc.
If you purchase a network card from another vendor, Campus Technologies will install and configure your card for a fee of $49.
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The following
topics provide information before you arrive and while living On-Campus.
Move
In Day Procedure and Schedule | What to Bring
and Not to Bring |
Guide
to Living On-Campus & CofC
Code of Conduct | Key Pick-Up
| Dining Services |
Services & Amenities |
Mail Pick-up | Visitation
| Security | Model
Rooms |
Conflict Resolution/Roommate
Worksheet
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Spring 2008 Semester Housing Calendar
| January 6 |
Residence halls open at 12:00 noon for all students |
| January 9 |
Spring 2008 classes begin |
| January 21 |
Martin Luther King Day -no classes- residence halls open |
| March 2-8 |
Spring Break - Residence Halls are open |
| April 23 |
Last day of classes |
| April 25 |
Final exams begin |
| May 2 |
Final exams end |
| May 3 |
Residence halls close for summer break at 6:00 pm |
| May 10 & 11 |
Commencement Weekend |
Fall 2008 Semester Housing Calendar
Move
In Dates for campus housing (PDF)
| August 22-24 |
Residence halls open |
| August 25 |
Convocation |
| August 26 |
Fall 2008 classes begin |
| October 12-14 |
Fall break -no classes- residence halls are open |
| November 26-29 |
Thanksgiving break -no classes- residence halls are open |
| December 8 |
Last day of classes |
| December 10 |
Final exams begin |
| December 17 |
Final exams end |
| December 18 |
Residence halls close for winter break at 6:00 pm
(All buildings are closed except Kelly House, George Street,
Warren Place, McAlister, and all historic houses.) |
| December 21 |
December commencement ceremonies |
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On-Campus Housing
Each month, a variety of educational and social programs are presented throughout our residence halls by our live-in staff members, faculty and staff from the college, as well as other professionals. We base our themes on the Wellness Model which depicts six dimensions of a well-rounded individual. Those dimensions are:
Social Dimension
This dimension encourages contributions to the environment and emphasizes the overall responsibility to and connection with others in the world. Topics can range from diversity to back-to-school socials and mixers.
Spiritual Dimension
Spiritual themes foster a sense of appreciation for the depth and expanse of life and natural forces that exist in the universe. Topics for programs can include values, ethics or perhaps a Fall Festival party.
Intellectual Dimension
Intellectual themes focus on creating a knowledgeable, well rounded individual. "How to" programs are the most popular types of programming during this month.
Emotional Dimension
Because this month plays host to Valentine's Day, many programs deal with the issue of love and relationships. Programs that are presented touch on the emotional side of us all and how to deal with our emotions.
Physical Dimension
With the first hint of spring, all of our residents are more than ready to go outside and enjoy our great weather. Programming ideas center around how a person can take care of themselves physically and maintain "physical wellness".
Occupational Dimension
Programs include preparing our residents for how to achieve personal satisfaction and enrichment through work. Looking for a job, preparing a good resume and interviewing skills are popular programs presented during this month.
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A severe weather action plan is in place
to be sure our students are safe should the Charleston area be threatened.
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2007-2008 Academic Year
Visit the Office of the Registrar website for the official Academic Calendar.
Housing
Calendar
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Listed are frequently asked questions about Residence Life and Housing along with the appropriate responses. Please contact us if we can answer any additional questions or be of further service.
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On-Campus Living
Students are provided with housing during Maymester and each of the Summer Day and Evening sessions.
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