Housing Selection 2009
Welcome to the Spring 2009 Housing sign-up process. This site explains everything you need to do. It explains the housing application process, what room priority is, and it contains the dates and locations of important events. This site also explains your housing options.
From this web site you can download your housing contract, the Individual Priority Worksheet, and the Group Application.
Read all of the information so you can take advantage of the different options offered for housing. If you have further questions, please talk with your RA or call the Residential Office at x3735.
NEW Living Learning Community Options!
Page Contents
- Housing Selection
- The Housing Application Process
- Incorrect or False Information
- Roommates and Room Size
- Who Can Participate
- Medical Requests
- Living Learning Communities (LLC) and Affinity Housing
- How to Apply
- Housing Options
- Selection Dates/Meal Plan Information
- Your New Address
- Special Note
- Cancellations
- Forms
The Housing Application Process
The application and priority process was designed to give preference to our residents who have lived in the residence halls for longer than those who have not. Because we are part of an academic institution, the process has also been designed to reward students who have done consistently well in their academic pursuits.
The process assigns applicants points based on their class rank (Sophomore, Junior, Senior, etc.), cumulative GPA, and the number of semesters that a student has lived in the residence halls. Also, for those students who do not have a conduct record, additional points are added to their score.
The points from these categories are added up to create a total for each individual who is applying for housing. The totals from individuals are added to create a group total. The groups with the highest scores are then given the most priority in selecting their housing assignments.
There may be a higher demand for certain types of rooms than there are those rooms available, so groups are encouraged to provide 1st, 2nd and 3rd choices when submitting their group applications. Remember, however, that different rooms (apartment and suites) hold different numbers of residents. Some rooms allow only 2 residents, whereas others may accommodate as many as 6.
When a group submits the Group Application, a Group Contact must be assigned. This person will act as the liaison for the group. They will be the ones first notified the group's housing choice is accepted, or if a problem was found with the application.
RECENT CHANGES TO THE PROCESS:
In years past, the Housing Application process at Loyola has been completed in stages, where Groups might be required to submit a group application, wait to hear about that Apartment, Room or Suite, and then re-submit another application for the next step. This is no longer the case. Each Group will rather submit ONE Group Application, in which their 1st, 2nd, etc choices are described. If a Group is not accepted for their 1st choice, they are automatically considered for their 2nd, and so on. If a Group is not accepted for any of the choices provided (for example, if only one choice is given but the group has fewer points than other groups applying), then they will be notified and will then have to resubmit their applications with new preferences.
Incorrect or False Information
Every form submitted will be checked for accuracy. If false or incorrect information is provided, the points for that category will be deducted from the groups total. Therefore, it's in each group's best interest to check and re-check the information. Also know that all information, such as Cumulative GPA and Number of semesters living on campus are calculated as of January 1, 2008.
Roommates and Room Size
Each group must apply with the correct number of applicants for the Housing requested. Four people cannot sign-up for a five person apartment. If a group applies for a five person apartment and one roommate pulls out, the group must find another person to fill that slot or apply for different housing.
Who Can Participate in Selection?
Only current residents may participate in the Fall Housing sign-up process. Preference is given to students who are currently and have been living on campus. Groups may not apply that have students who currently live off campus .Students who miss the housing sign-up or live off campus may apply for any available housing, but their application will not be taken into consideration until all other on-campus residents have been assigned.
Medical Requests and Special Circumstances
Students who believe that they have special circumstances or medical needs that require an accommodation to better serve these needs may request a housing accommodation. The student must submit a written request explaining why the accommodation is required. This request should include any supporting documentation from a doctor as well. The request must be turned into the Residential Life Office in Biever Hall 108 by March 31 at 4 pm. Requests will be honored based on need and space availability.
Late requests will not be accepted.
Medical requests must include the housing contract of the submitting student, the housing accommodation form, and the housing contracts of any roommates and suite mates requested. All requests will be reviewed by the appropriate University personnel before final decisions will be made.
Living Learning Communities and Theme Housing
More information is expected to come shortly, but there are a number of very exciting opportunities for on-campus students next year. The 2008-09 academic year will see the introduction of a number of new Living Learning Communities, where academics and community living are combined. All LLCs and Theme Housing will be housed in Buddig Hall. For the 2008-09 academic year, there will be:
- Honors
- Faith/Justice
- Cardoner Fellows
- Global Village
- Wellness
For more information, please see the 2008-2009 Housing Application.
How to Apply for Housing
When applying for housing everyone must fill out a housing application and an Individual Priority Worksheet. The applications and Individual Priority Worksheets must be submitted for each resident applying, along with the Group Application For Housing Form. If a Housing Application or an Individual's form is missing, the group's application will not be accepted.
Applications will not be accepted after the due date of March 28, 2008.
Completed Applications (including all group and individual forms) must be turned in prior to the required date. If a group is not granted their 1st choice, they will automatically be considered for their 2nd choice, and so on until no other preferences are specified. When the group's best preference is accepted, the group contact will be notified first, and acceptance letters will follow. If any complications arise, the group contact will be notified and asked to revise the application.
Housing Options
Biever Hall is a co-ed (separated by wings), 400-bed Residence Hall. Biever is a traditional-style residence hall
with community restrooms, kitchens on every
floor, and individual room temperature controls. Biever is the primarily first-year male residence hall. The cost for a double occupancy in Biever Hall is set at $2,714 per semester, for the 2008-2009 School Year.
Buddig Hall is the largest Residence Hall on campus, and houses primarily first-year women, along with most of the LLCs and Affinity Housing floors. Buddig is setup in a suite-style, so that every two rooms share a restroom,which is different than community restrooms. The room temperature controls in Buddig Hall are combined throughout the entire building, and are controlled automatically to adjust according to the outside temperature. The cost for a double occupancy in Buddig Hall is set at $2,714 per semester, for the 2008-2009 School Year.
Cabra Hall is a co-ed, 224-bed suite style Residence Hall located on the Broadway campus. Each Cabra suite includes four double rooms (8 residents), a living room, a study room and a large bathroom, as well as a community kitchen on the 1st floor. Cabra is unique to Loyola since it is the only residence hall with balconies. Cabra Hall houses the majority of the Graduate Law students due to it's proximity to the College of Law, as well as other upper class residents. The cost for a double occupancy in Cabra Hall is set at $2,251per semester, for the 2008-2009 School Year.
Carrollton Hall is a co-ed (separated by apartment or suite), 328 bed Residence Hall comprised of a variety of suites
and apartments. All of the rooms in Carrollton Hall are provided with movable furniture and individual room temperature controls.
Suites are located on floors 2 through 5. The suites consist of 2-3 bedrooms, a living room and a bathroom. There are two community kitchens on every suite floor. There are 46 two-bedroom suites and 4 three-bedroom suites in Carrollton. The cost for a double occupancy in a Carrollton Suite is $2,808 per semester, for the 2008-2009 School Year.
Apartments are located on floors are 6 and 7. The apartments
consist of bedrooms, a living room, a bathroom, and a private kitchenette.
There are 6 apartments with 3 single rooms and a double room (5-person apartments),
6 apartments with 5 single rooms (5-person apartments) and
2 apartments with 4 single rooms (4-person apartments).
The cost for a double occupancy in a Carrollton Apartment is $3,254 per semester, for the 2008-2009 School Year.
Housing Selection Dates
Housing Sign-up Informational Meetings
- Dates To Be Determined. In the meantime, if you have any questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact the Biever Hall Residential Life Staff.
Housing applications will only be accepted in the Residential Life Office in Biever Hall until 4:00 pm on Friday March 28, 2008.
*** PLEASE NOTE: Change in Medical and Special Room Request Deadline***
Medical and Special Room Requests are due by 4:00 pm on Friday March 31, 2008.
All applicants should be contacted about their Fall 2008 Housing Application by Friday April 11, 2008.
Meal Plan Requirements:
All full or part-time residential students will be required to participate
in a meal plan for the entire academic year. As we move to a more residentially-centered
campus, freeing students from the day-to-day worries of how to eat a
healthy, balanced meal, our students can concentrate more
fully on their academic pursuits and extracurricular interests.
*** Below Information is out of Date. Please refer to the Dining Services page for more up to date information on Meal Plans. ***
The new plans will remain a progressive combination of all-you-can-eat meals and declining balance dollars known as Wolf Bucks. The all-you-can-eat meals (or just meals) will continue to include dinner and weekend brunches but have been expanded to now include breakfast as well. It really is the most important meal, and we want to help you get off to a great start each day!
Weekly Plans: 10, 12, or 14 meals each week with $660 in Wolf Bucks
On this level, students may elect to eat 10, 12, or 14 all-you-can-eat
meals each week; those meals may be any combination of breakfasts, dinners,
and weekend brunches. In addition, each student will receive $660 Wolf
Bucks each semester for lunch, snacks, and any late night dining. Students
on this level may not use their meals for a guest and must use their
meals each week.
Semester Plans: 50, 75, or 100 meals with $500 in Wolf Bucks
On this level, students may elect to eat any 50, 75, or 100 meals each
semester in any combination, at any point in time, and may use their
meals for guests. These plans are geared toward students who enjoy cooking
for themselves but who don’t want to have to prepare every meal,
every day of the week. Students will also receive $500 Wolf Bucks per
semester for lunch, snacks, and any late night dining.
Wolf Bucks Only Plans: $500, $750, $1500, and $2000
The Wolf Bucks Only plans are declining balance dollars that give the
student the greatest degree of flexibility in deciding what, where,
and when to eat. As an incentive, Loyola Dining Services will give a
5% bonus to students who purchase the $1500 or $2000 plan…that
means you only pay $1500 or $2000 but receive $1575 or $2100 back!
In addition to more meal plan choices, students will benefit from extended hours of operation and the ability to use their Wolf Bucks at select Tulane University facilities.
More information regarding meal plans is available at: www.loyno.edu/dining
Your New Address
Here are the addresses where your friends, family, and billing companies should send your mail:
- Biever Hall
Your Name
200 LaSalle Ct.
New Orleans, LA 70118 - Buddig Hall
Your Name
100 LaSalle Ct.
New Orleans, LA 70118 - Cabra Hall
Your Name
7214 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118 - Carrollton Hall
Your Name
300 LaSalle Ct.
New Orleans, LA 70118
Special Note on Housing Assignments:
To make sure your housing application is error-free, please double check all of your information! Also, make sure the information on your roommates' applications is correct. You do not want to be initially denied housing because someone made a mistake.
Be sure that a housing contract and an individual priority form is turned in for each applicant in your group. In addition, make sure that the group application is attached to all the paperwork. Everything must be turned in together.
When figuring your credit hours, GPA, and semesters lived on campus remember the date we use to determine these items are those completed by January 1, 2008. Therefore, most Freshmen applicants have only lived on campus 1 semester, most Sophomores have lived on campus 3 semesters, and most Juniors have lived here 5 semesters. Summer counts as one semester, but studying abroad does not.
You may NOT apply in more than one group.
If you have any questions please call the Residential Life Office at x3735.
Cancellations
Upon written notification to the Office of Residential Life, the student
is hereby given the
right to terminate this agreement prior to July
1, 2008, and pay only a $50.00 Housing Deposit. If a student cancels after that date, they will be responsible for 40%
of the remaining housing contract fee. For further information please
see the Housing Contract.
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