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Living on campus allows you to live, learn, and engage with a diverse community of Terps, be within steps of everything you need, and have support from our caring staff.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_divider"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4435"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_text"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4434"> <style type="text/css">.home-hero>.max-bound { position: unset !important; } .feature.feature-default.bg-dark-gray a:not(.btn) { text-decoration: underline !important; } </style> <h2 style="text-align:center; padding-top: 20px">Next Steps: Housing Assignments</h2> <p style="text-align:center; margin: 0 auto; width: 90%">First-year student housing assignments are located throughout the residence hall communities and are based on several factors, including application date received, Living-Learning Program participation, and space availability.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_button_set"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="btn-set btn-set-centered" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4730"> <a href="https://go.umd.edu/StepBrochure-2024-2025" class="btn btn-primary" target="_self"> Step Into Your New Home (Brochure) </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_divider"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4436"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_card_group"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="card-group-bg card-group-bg-default" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4441"> <div class="card-group"> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4438"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-03/welcome-home-room-layout.JPG?itok=GvSFuRGn" alt="student sitting on her bed decorated with blanket and teddy bear in residence hall room, hanging wall plants in the background "> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Room Layouts & Virtual Tours</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Explore our broad range of room layouts, find a list furniture included, and take a virtual 360º tour of our residence halls to imagine yourself in your future home.</p></div> <a href="/terp-housing/room-layouts-tours" class="card-cta fancy-link" target="_self"> Take a Peek Inside Our Rooms </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4439"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-03/roommates-male-students.JPG?itok=K2IYwaQh" alt="two roommates in residence hall room"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Roommate Relationships</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Your roommate can have a meaningful impact on your college experience. Learn how to create a healthy roommate relationship with tips we call the "4 C's" of campus living. </p></div> <a href="/terp-housing/moving-breaks/before-move-in" class="card-cta fancy-link" target="_self"> Tips for Successful Roommate Relationships </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4440"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2022-01/items-to-bring.jpg?itok=9SPyZdn2" alt="student sitting on the curb with personal items on move in day"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Packing List</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>We recommend packing light and only bringing the essential items you need. You'll have closet space and storage under your bed to keep things organized.</p></div> <a href="https://reslife.umd.edu/terp-housing/moving-breaks/before-move-in#items" class="card-cta fancy-link" target="_self"> Items to Bring </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card-wrap card-wrap--2"> <div class="card" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4437"> <div class="card-img-top card-img"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-07/IMG_2565.JPG?itok=qZhURdkW" alt="community assistant checking in new student residents at a service desk during move-in"> </div> <div class="card-body"> <h2 class="card-title">Move-In Day</h2> <div class="card-text"><p>Fall 2024 residence hall move-in dates are coming soon!</p><p>Before arriving to campus, you'll receive an Arrival Passport with information about your move-in window, unloading zone permit, and long-term parking instructions. Explore our steps to move-in, FAQs, and more.</p></div> <a href="/terp-housing/moving-breaks/move-day" class="card-cta fancy-link" target="_self"> Campus Arrival </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_divider"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4442"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_feature"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="feature feature-default bg-red" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4443"> <div class="feature-media"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-03/welcome-home-important-dates.JPG?itok=p5mK41zu" alt="student staff at service desk helping another student who is looking at a laptop screen on the counter"> </div> <div class="feature-content"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="editor-content"> <p><h2 id="dates">Important Dates</h2><p><strong>June 1, 2024</strong>: Housing Application Deadline for First-Year & Freshman Connection Students<br><br><strong>June 17–26, 2024</strong>: Roommate Finder Process<br><br><strong>June 30, 2024</strong>: Housing Accommodations/ADS Deadline<br><br><strong>July 18, 2024</strong>: Assignment Release</p></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_feature"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="feature feature-reverse feature-default bg-light-gray" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4459"> <div class="feature-media"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/2023-03/welcome-home-roommates.JPG?itok=ouYAvJF2" alt="three students posing in front of wall that says University of Maryland"> </div> <div class="feature-content"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="editor-content"> <p><h2>Roommate Requests</h2><p>If you already have a roommate in mind, you can request a roommate via the Roommate Finder tool on the Housing Portal <strong>starting June 17 through June 26</strong>. </p><p>If you do not have a roommate request, that is ok too! You and your new roommate will share new experiences and memories together!</p></p> <a href="https://www.starrez.umd.edu/" class="btn" target="_self"> Housing Portal </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_divider"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4444"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_text"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4445"> <h2 id="videos" style="text-align:center">#LiveLikeATerp</h2> <p style="text-align:center; margin: 0 auto; width: 90%">Hear from our students and staff about what it’s like to live on campus. Explore our series on roommate relationships and mental health awareness and watch past videos of our virtual residence hall tour and move-in process.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_button_set"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="btn-set btn-set-centered" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4449"> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/umdreslife" class="btn btn-primary" target="_self"> Res Life YouTube Channel </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_divider"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4450"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_text"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5323"> <h3 style="text-align:center;" id="roommate">How to Find a Roommate</h3> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_video"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="embed-bg embed-bg-dark" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5324"> <figure> <div class="embed-responsive embed-responsive-2by1"> <iframe class="embed-responsive-item" title="How to Find a Potential Roommate 2024" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8nWt-wwVut8?si=Z-KZbhlBsu2A1fZ9" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </figure> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_text_2_columns"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <div class="container-fluid p-0 editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4446"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-800"> <h3 style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center; padding-bottom: 20px;">Live Here</h3> <p style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/smzGFyGGSBE" style="max-width: 100%" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> <p> </p> </div> <div class="col-800"> <h3 style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center; padding-bottom: 20px;">What it's like to live in our Residence Halls</h3> <p style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-PS9Kr9ABoU" style="max-width:100%" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_text_2_columns"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <div class="container-fluid p-0 editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4447"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-800"> <h3 style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center; padding-bottom: 20px;">Virtual Residence Hall Tour</h3> <p style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZCjeTGLcCTg" style="max-width: 100%" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> </div> <div class="col-800"> <h3 style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center; padding-bottom: 20px;">Roommate Relationship Series</h3> <p style="margin: 0 auto; text-align: center"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/m-Z5_LpoJlM" style="max-width:100%" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_divider"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-xlarge rule-small" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4452"> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_text"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4453"> <style type="text/css">.accordion{ padding: 0 2.25rem !important; } </style> <h2 style="text-align:center">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <p style="text-align:center; margin: 0 auto; width: 90%">If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us at <a href="mailto:reslife@umd.edu" title="res life email">reslife@umd.edu</a> or (301) 314-2100.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_button_set"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="btn-set btn-set-centered" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4458"> <a href="/about-us/contact-us" class="btn btn-primary" target="_self"> Contact Us </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="page-section page-section-umd_terp_homepage page-section-ut_accordion"> <div class="max-bound"> <div class="outer-pad"> <div class="accordion" id="accordion-4456"> <!-- test comment --> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-4456-header-16"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-4456-content-16" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-4456-content-16"> Does my intended roommate have to be in my Living-Learning Program? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-4456-content-16" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-4456-header-16" data-parent="#accordion-4456" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5317"> <p><strong>It depends on your program.</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><span>Each Living-Learning Program (LLP) has different rules about roommates. Your LLP will decide if your roommate needs to be part of the program. </span></p><p dir="ltr"><span>While you may be able to choose a roommate who isn’t in your program, we prioritize making sure all program participants have space first. This means non-program roommate requests might not always be possible. For all non-program roommate requests, the LLP student should email Resident Life and include both students’ full names and University ID numbers.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-4456-header-17"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-4456-content-17" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-4456-content-17"> What if I don't see my intended roommate in Roommate Finder? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-4456-content-17" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-4456-header-17" data-parent="#accordion-4456" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5319"> <p>Your roommate needs an active Fall 2024 housing application to be visible in Roommate Finder. Students must also be of the same gender and Living-Learning Program, if applicable. If you can't locate your intended roommate, please contact the Assignments office at <a href="mailto:reslife@umd.edu">reslife@umd.edu</a> or call (301) 314-2100.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-4456-header-18"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-4456-content-18" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-4456-content-18"> What if I can't find a match? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-4456-content-18" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-4456-header-18" data-parent="#accordion-4456" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--5321"> <p dir="ltr"><span>Using the Roommate Finder tool, you can see students who closely match your profile. Reach out to potential roommates to learn more about them. </span></p><p dir="ltr"><span>Don't worry if you don't request a roommate before assignments are made. Often, students who didn't know each other before and are randomly assigned can become great roommates and lifelong friends.</span></p><p dir="ltr"><span>Check out our </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-Z5_LpoJlM&list=PLjx9ZSxaJQd0cCNTl1JCJu2lRZqYo1w6f" title="Roommate Relationship Stories"><span>Roommate Relationship stories on our YouTube channel</span></a><span> for more information. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-4456-header-19"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-4456-content-19" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-4456-content-19"> How can I make a housing request? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-4456-content-19" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-4456-header-19" data-parent="#accordion-4456" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4460"> <p>We accept requests for substance-free housing, limited visitation in Cecil Hall, and proximity to Maryland Hillel. To make one of these requests, update your housing preferences through the <a href="http://starrez.umd.edu/" title="Housing Portal">Housing Portal</a>. </p> </div> </div> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-small rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4468"> </div> <a href="http://starrez.umd.edu/" class="btn btn-primary" target="_self"> Housing Portal </a> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-small rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4969"> </div> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4970"> <p>If you're looking for <strong>housing accommodations</strong>, please submit a request through <a href="ads.umd.edu" title="Accessibility & Disability Service">Accessibility and Disability Service</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div> <hr class="divider spacing-small rule-none" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4971"> </div> <a href="https://ads.umd.edu/accommodations-services/housing-accommodations" class="btn btn-primary" target="_self"> ADS Housing Accommodations </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-4456-header-20"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-4456-content-20" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-4456-content-20"> When will I find out my room assignment? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-4456-content-20" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-4456-header-20" data-parent="#accordion-4456" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4461"> <p>We will release residence hall assignments for Fall 2024 starting on <strong>July 18, 2024</strong>.</p><p>You will receive an email notifying you that your housing assignment is available for viewing in the Housing Portal.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="card-header" id="accordion-4456-header-21"> <button class="btn" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#accordion-4456-content-21" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-4456-content-21"> How do you make residence hall and room assignments? </button> </div> <div id="accordion-4456-content-21" class="collapse" aria-labelledby="accordion-4456-header-21" data-parent="#accordion-4456" > <div class="card-body"> <div> <div class="editor-content" id="umd_terp_paragraph--4462"> <p>We make first-year assignments based on the <strong>date you submit your Residence Hall Housing and Dining Agreement </strong>(the earlier you apply, the better!) and <strong>available vacancies</strong>.</p> <p>If you're in a Living-Learning Program (LLP), you'll be assigned to the residence hall that houses your program area. 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