First Year Student Room Selection
Welcome to Ohio University's First Year Student Room Selection! We understand that finding the perfect living space for your upcoming academic year is an important part of your college experience. We're excited to help you find the perfect place to call home next year. The First Year Student Room Selection process is an essential step in building your college experience, and we're here to make it as enjoyable and easy as possible.
The most important thing you can do to prepare for the First Year Student Room Selection process is to review the information communicated by Housing and Residence Life. This page contains information designed to outline the process and answer many of the questions you might have. We also recommend that you regularly review the information that is sent to your Ohio University email account. Messages from Housing and Residence Life will come from housing@ohio.edu.
You can also receive updates to keep you on track by following Housing and Residence Life on Facebook, X/Twitter, and Instagram.
Announcements
Students submitting a housing contract after May 1 can email housing@ohio.edu with any room type or roommate preferences. Our office will make every effort to honor requests.
Housing Step by Step
Below are the steps to take to prepare for the First Year Student Room Selection process!
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Housing ContractStep 1: Housing ContractLearn more about the housing contract including important deadlines, refund /cancellation information, and a tutorial on completing the housing contract.
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Timeline, ELOs, & Hall OptionsStep 2: Review InformationSee what halls are available during the First Year Room Selection Process, check out Experiential Living Opportunities, as well as review the process timeline.
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Roommate MatchingStep 3: RoommatesLearn more information about adding a roommate, suitemate or creating a roommate group.
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Selection ProcessStep 4: Selecting a SpaceThe final step in the process is to select your exact space for the upcoming year.