What size bed will I have?
All beds at Saint Mary's College are STANDARD LENGTH TWINS. Extra long sheets are unnecessary.
About Roommates...
• How do I get a roommate?
First Year and new transfer students are placed with roommates based on preferences indicated on the Housing Preference Form. New students can request to live with another student, however both students must make that request before the end of May.
Upperclass students go through the room selection process to choose rooms and roommates each spring for the following academic school year.
• How do I know my roommate(s) and I will "get along?"
As noted above, our office places roommates together based on preferences indicated on the Housing Preference Form. Successful matching cannot be guaranteed due to variations in individual personality, lifestyle and interests. That said, we encourage students to connect with new roommates as soon as possible to start getting to know each other and begin talking about expectations of the roommate experience.
During the first few weeks of school, First Years roommates will meet together with their RA to complete a Roommate Agreement. At this time, roommates will have a chance to talk with each other and put down in writing their expectations of some of the more particular elements of life with a roommate (ex: study time and habits, cleaning chores, borrowing of items/ sharing of food, etc). The Roommate Agreement is a living document and roommates are encouraged to adjust it together as they see fit.
Residents--First Year or otherwise--are encouraged to seek out their RA or Hall Director if they have any questions or concerns about their rooming situation.
When will incoming students be notified of their housing assignment?
Housing assignments are mailed mid-July. Students submitting a housing deposit after the mailing date will receive housing assignments within three (3) weeks of depositing.
What if I prefer a different room than my assignment?
In an effort to improve efficiency and satisfaction, students entering in the fall will now have two (2) open room change sign-up days during the Fall 2008 semester: Friday, Sept. 12 and Friday, Nov. 21. On these days, students may come to the Residence Life Office and meet with the Assistant Director to discuss their on-campus room change options. There will be no room changes before, between, or after these dates. During time periods when room changes are not permitted, hall staff (RA, Hall Director) will be available to help students rework Roommate Agreements and make other adjustments in the room.
Students who have returned from abroad or transferred to Saint Mary's for the Spring 2008 semester may come to the Residence Life Office on Friday, Jan. 25 to discuss room change options. For the semester starting in January 2009, that date will be Friday, January 30. There will be no room changes after this date.
When can I move into my room?
Incoming students may move in on Thursday, August 21, 2008 starting at 9 a.m.
Can I move in early?
Generally speaking, no. Some students do, however, receive permission from the Director of Residence Life to move in early due to Athletics, campus employment, and/or student government obligations.
Please contact the Residence Life office if you have any questions regarding your particular situation.
What items should I bring--or not bring--for my room?
Each residential room comes furnished with a standard twin size bed with mattress, dresser, wardrobe or closet, desk, chair, and window coverings. Students may also rent a loft, which is a popular space-saving option for some, and information regarding loft rental will be included in the housing assignment materials.
Oftentimes, students will supplement those basics--popular additions include futons, area rugs, and shelving units--and it is up to roommates to decide who is bringing what, if anything. All appliances must meet the Underwriter Laboratory inspection (UL) seal. Due to fire regulations, candles, halogen lamps, incense, microwave ovens and cooking appliances are not allowed in your room. However, each hall has limited kitchen and microwave facilities available.
View a full shopping list here.
The College does not offer furniture/ appliance rental.
