Guide to Online Housing

If you are planning to live on-campus in the dormitories, you must complete the Residence Hall and Dining Contract online.  Follow these steps to complete the contract:

  1. Go to http://www.uni.edu/dor/contracting/index.htm
  2. Under the “Residence Hall Contracting Links” section, click on “New Contract.”
  3. Log into MyUniverse with your CatID and password.  (This information is listed on your admission letter.)
  4. In the purple heading at the top of the page, click on the word, “Contract.”
  5. Click the “Start Contract” button and fill in the required information.  You will be asked to provide general information about yourself and your lifestyle.  You will also be able to choose which residence hall you would prefer to live in.  Then you will be given the option to purchase a meal plan, select a roommate, and as for special accommodations if you have a disability.
  6. After filling out the information, you will be asked to agree to the Terms and Conditions
  7.  There is a $225 residence application fee and prepayment required with this contract.  If you are able to make this payment with a credit card when you complete the contract that is great.  If you are not able to make the payment when you complete the contract this charge will be added to your university bill after you arrive on campus.
*Note: If you have difficulty completing this contract contact the CIEP office or the UNI Department of Residence Office by phone (1-866-207-9411)  or e-mail: jean.wiesley @uni.edu.

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Read this BEFORE you submit the contract!

A housing and meal contract is for the entire academic year or for the period of time a student is enrolled during the academic year.

How do I cancel my contract for housing?

If you are still enrolled as a student and move off-campus while still on contract with UNI, you will be charged a fee.  If you transfer to another university, return to your home country or move to another residence area on campus, you will not be charged a fee for cancelling.

What is my residence hall and dining contract?

The residence hall and dining contract describes the commitment you made to the university and that we make to you regarding your on-campus housing and dining arrangements for the full academic year.  The 2-Year Advantage Plan with the rate freeze covers two academic years.  Besides choices of residence hall and meal plan, you may also indicate preferences related to various Community Living options.

What is the application fee?

The residence application fee is $225.00.  This is a one-time fee that covers the entire time you live in the residence halls.

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