Frequently Asked Questions
How does University Housing calculate the date and time for me to login and select my space?
The order that the Open Space Selection participants get to select their space online is determined based on the number in your group (3 or more, 2 or less) and your reservation number. The reservation number is determined by credit hours earned, GPA, and first term at SIUE. Homesteaders, Upperclass wing, and Upperclass FIC participants are assigned by University Housing. These assignments will go out February 9.
How will I know when to log-in and select my space?
You will receive an e-mail to your SIUE e-mail the week of February 6 with the assigned date and time that corresponds to when you can log-in. You can log-in at that time (or anytime after within your process time frame) and select your space. This only applies to Open Space Selection.
Where are private bedrooms available?
Privates bedrooms are available in Evergreen Hall and Cougar Village. All types of space are based on availability. Evergreen Hall is 73% private bedrooms. Private bedrooms are in all Evergreen suites and apartments. Evergreen Hall studios are also private units. In Cougar Village, both private and deluxe private bedrooms are available. Private bedrooms are designed for one person and are smaller in size. Deluxe private bedrooms are shared bedrooms that are converted to a private space. Any shared bedroom in Cougar Village can be converted to a deluxe private. This is a great way to enjoy extra space and fewer roommates.
Is each individual assigned a date and time or each group of roommates?
Each individual is assigned a reservation number. However, if you are going through the process as a group, then the person with the first assigned time can pull the group through and assign each of you to your space. The individual reservation number allows you the opportunity to go in and make a change to your individual assignment, if you wish.
What methods of payment are accepted?
A $200 advance payment is required to complete the online Application for Space. You can pay via eCheck (electronic check or ACH) or credit card (there is 2.75% fee on credit/debit payments) online when completing the Application for Space. You can also pay via cash or check in the Bursar's Office. Print out the Summary page at the end of the online Application for Space and turn in with your $200 to the Bursar.
How do I apply for Summer 2023?
If you are only interested in applying for summer (and not fall-spring), login at www.siue.edu/housing/apply and select the Summer 2023 Application. The summer application deadline is May 1, 2023. May Term is considered part of the summer application for space.
What housing is available in the summer?
University Housing offers summer housing in limited locations throughout Cougar Village.
Is housing available for May term?
Yes, housing is available for May term. May term is considered part of the summer housing application. Students with a current spring assignment, will stay in their spring assignment and pay accordingly for the May term. Students can apply for May term housing by completing the summer application for space.
Why do I have to pay the $200 before I select my space?
University payment policies and an online process have driven us to require the online $200 payment at the beginning of the process. However, if you no longer need University Housing after you select your space, you can cancel in writing by May 1, 2023 and your $200 will be credited to your student account.
What is gender inclusive housing?
Gender inclusive housing is housing where members of a different gender live together in a living unit/apartment. This option is only offered to upperclass students in our upperclass living communities. Students can select they would like gender inclusive housing when completing the online Application for Space.
A group of mutual roommate requests must fill the living unit/apartment and leave no open spaces. If a group of students requesting gender neutral housing are unable to fill living unit/apartment, the request for gender inclusive housing will be denied and residents will reside in "traditional" single gender housing.
How can I find a roommate?
Students are able to use the housing application to search for other students looking for roommates. The roommate search function will close February 3, 2023.
What happens if my roommates and I get split up during Open Space Selection?
Don’t panic. We advise you to reserve any available space even if you have to split up. Then you can put your request on our Wish List in the Central Housing Office.
What happens if the space I want is not available during Open Space Selection?
Again, don’t panic. We advise you to reserve any available space, even if it is not exactly what you were looking for. Then you can put your request on the Wish List in the Central Housing Office.
What is the Wish List?
The Wish List is where we list all of the requests students make as they come through the Reservation Process. If your first choice is unavailable, it is in your best interest to reserve any available space and then put your “first choice” on the Wish List. You will have to come into the Central Housing Office to sign up on the Wish List.
What if I need to make a change to my space selection?
Email housing@siue.edu with your request. We will evaluate your request and assist you in determining your options.
How do I cancel my reservation?
There is no penalty and your $200 will be refunded if you cancel in writing on or before May 1, 2023. Visit our cancellation information webpage for more details.
I want to participate in the Open Space Selection Process and select a space in Evergreen Hall. Can a new University Housing resident be one of my roommates?
Yes. You can request a new resident as one of your roommates, but they must complete the new student housing application by Friday, February 3 and the roommate requests must be mutual. Both students (current resident and new resident) must email housing@siue.edu with the roommate request by February 3 (please include the student's name and ID number). The request is dependent on space availability.
What can I do if I miss the deadlines for participating in the Reservation Process?
If you do not complete the online Application for Space, pay the $200 advance payment, and select your space before the deadline, you still have the opportunity to request space in University Housing next year. As soon as the deadline for the reservation process closes, you can submit a housing application for the following academic year with the $200 advance payment.
Can you explain Cougar Village “homesteading?”
It is the opportunity for current Cougar Village residents to reserve the space they currently live in now by themselves, with one or more of their current roommates, other University Housing residents or a new Housing resident. Residents that wish to switch from a shared space to a private space or from a private space to a shared space cannot participate in this process. If you wish to “homestead” in Cougar Village, complete the online Application for Space form and $200 advance payment by February 3, 2023. If a current resident is homesteading and wishing to request a new resident, both students (current resident and new resident) must email housing@siue.edu with the roommate request by February 3 (please include the student's name and ID number). It is dependent on space availability.
Can you explain Evergreen Hall “homesteading?”
It is the opportunity for current Evergreen Hall residents to reserve a non-specific space by themselves, with one or more of their current roommates, other University Housing residents or a new housing resident. This means residents can reserve their current type of space, i.e. 4 person suite, but they cannot reserve a specific unit. Residents that wish to switch from a shared space to a private space or from a private space to a shared space cannot participate in this process. If you wish to “homestead” in Evergreen Hall, complete the online Application for Space form and $200 advance payment by February 3, 2023.
I live in Cougar Village, can I homestead and bring in a new University Housing resident as one of my roommates?
Yes! In Cougar Village you can bring a new resident into your apartment. The new resident will need to complete a new student housing application and pay the $125 advance payment by February 3, 2023, and also mutually request you as a roommate. Both students (current resident and new resident) must email housing@siue.edu with the roommate request by February 3 (please include the student's name and ID number). The request is dependent on space availability.
I live in Evergreen Hall, can I homestead and bring in a new University Housing resident as one of my roommates?
Yes! In Evergreen Hall you can bring a new resident into your apartment. The new resident will need to complete a new student housing application and pay the $125 advance payment by February 3, 2023, and also mutually request you as a roommate. Both students (current resident and new resident) must email housing@siue.edu with the roommate request by February 3 (please include the student's name and ID number). The request is dependent on space availability.
I live in family housing. Does this apply to me?
No, family residents will go through a separate process to reserve their space in University Housing for fall 2023. Be on the lookout for information to come out in spring about how to reserve your family housing apartment.
