Cedarville University

http://www.cedarville.edu/studentlife/residencelife/offcampusfaq.cfm

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who needs to apply to live off campus?
    Unless you are married, at least 23 (by August 1) or living at your parent's home in the surrounding community, or taking 6 or less credit hours for both semesters, you must apply to live off campus. Off campus status for the current academic year does not guarantee off campus status for the next academic year.
  2. What factors are considered for approving students?
    Factors for consideration include, but are not limited to: financial need, year in school, anticipated enrollment, and extenuating circumstances (i.e. free housing with a family in exchange for a service you provide etc.).
  3. When should I apply for Off Campus?
    You can apply any time after March 1. Applications submitted by March 30 will be considered for early approval in the beginning of April. You application must be submitted by the end of Spring Semester (at the latest), to be considered off campus permission for the following year.
  4. When will approvals be made?
    Some approvals will be made by the middle of April. Additional approvals could be made in the middle of May, and as necessary during the summer.
  5. How do I apply for off campus?
    Complete the online application that can be found in CedarInfo in the Student Life section.
  6. Will it help to come meet with the Dean making the approvals?
    Not really. The application provides an opportunity to explain any unique circumstances related to your request for off campus. Any information that you wish to submit that cannot be included in the online application can be sent through campus mail or via email to Kirsten Gibbs in Student Life.
  7. Is there a list of available housing in Cedarville? When landlords contact our office, we make a note of the information. CU classifieds and current off campus students tend to provide more accurate information regarding available housing. Cedarville has not inspected any of the housing listed and is NOT responsible for the condition or security etc. of any of the listings.
  8. When should I sign a lease? We would recommend that no student should sign a lease or make a commitment to a housing option until they have received the written verification that they have been given off campus permission (Whether or not you have signed a lease, will not affect the decision for approval).