Office of Housing and Residence Life @ Mason

Freshman Assignment FAQ

June 20, 2012

Hi Everyone,

In anticipation of the questions that we will get now that assignment letters went out today….

Why didn’t I get my preferred roommate?

The most common reasons for student not being placed with a preferred roommate are:

• The roommate request was not mutual
• Your preferred roommate is in an LLC
• Your preferred roommate is not guaranteed housing and did not receive an assignment

Why didn’t I get my preferred room type?

Each year, the demand for the different room types varies.  It generally is not possible for every student to get their most desired room type.  Our staff puts a lot of effort into placing students within their preferences, but there are times when this isn’t possible.  While we understand you may be disappointed, each room type has its pro’s and con’s – you may be surprised at how well things will turn out for you!

What if I want to change rooms?

Freshmen who have significant concerns about their assignment may submit room change requests during the first week of July.  Space is very limited, and we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met.  We encourage you to try out your space before assuming it isn’t going to work for you.

Can I cancel my assignment?

Yes – the deadline to cancel your housing assignment is July 6, 2012.  You may cancel by emailing your Full name and G# to housing@gmu.edu and indicating you wish to cancel.  Please note that you will not be credited the $300 housing deposit.

Why didn’t I get an assignment?

Demand for housing has been increasing each year.  One of the things we have learned is that there will be a number of students whose plans change and who need to cancel their housing.  This opens up space that improves our ability to assign the students with later application dates to a space within their preferences.  We understand it can be frustrating to wait, but we truly believe that students who wait a bit longer will have a better assignment outcome.

We will post more FAQ responses in the coming weeks.  Follow us on Twitter or Facebook at MasonOHRL to be informed when updates are posted.

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