Housing Sign-Up Begins March 7

Housing Sign-Up for 2011-12 kicks off on March 7. Your student will be able to complete the entire room selection process online.

Now is a a great time to discuss the benefits of living on campus with your student. Students who live on campus:

•Have a higher grade point average.
•Have a higher graduation rate.
•Study more hours per week.
•Report higher satisfaction with general education.
•Are more involved in co-curricular activities.
(2003 NNSE and St. Catherine IRP data)

Resident Students Acknowledge Benefits of Living on Campus
In a recent resident survey 65-78 percent of respondents acknowledged that living on campus provided more opportunities to:

•Get to know other classmates.
•Meet with faculty and study groups outside of class.
•Utilize campus resources.
•Get involved in clubs and organizations.
•Attend programs and events.

Housing Options and Financial Considerations
The University offers double, single, triple, suite and apartment-style housing. Students seeking off-campus housing should consider the true costs of renting and paying for amenities. Keep in mind that St. Kate’s housing fees include great amenities such as laundry, internet access, cable and phone service, all utilities and furniture. Students also share study lounges, computer labs, social lounges with televisions, and other common spaces.

Housing Sign-Up Process
Everything your student needs to know about Housing Sign-Up can be found on the Residence Life website inside Kateway beginning March 7. Students can also learn more about the sign up process through posters, e-mails and question/answer sessions. Room tours will be on March 9. If your student is currently commuting and would like to live on campus next year she may sign up at this time. She will have the same priority to rooms, suites and apartments as current residents.

Housing and Dining Agreements are due March 31. Encourage your student to visit the Residence Life Kateway website for complete details and a schedule of events (information available March 7).