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Housing
University-owned housing is available to graduate students in the residence halls for single students (262-2522) and in university apartments (priority is given to graduate student families, but some single students live there also).
University apartments, often called Eagle Heights, sponsor various social and cultural events, provide the opportunity for community gardening, and offer on-site child care options for its residents. There is often a waiting list, so early application is suggested; (262-3407).
Most graduate students live off-campus. Many leases for apartments near campus run from August to August. Apartments start advertising vacancies as early as February for the next August. The campus and city newspapers have sections listing apartment rentals. The Campus Information and Visitor Center (CIVC) aintains rental listings for rooms, co-ops, apartments, houses, etc., from around the city.
Now Renting is a free booklet listing various apartment rentals that is published every two weeks (available at the CIVC, the student unions, and at newspaper stands). There are also many websites that provide apartment rental information Apartment Renting; Apartment Showcase; and Start Renting.
It is a good idea to talk to other students to get information about location and cost of housing. You will need to consider parking (if you have a car), proximity to grocery stores, restrictions regarding pets, access to public transportation (parking on campus is very limited), etc.
The Tenant Resource Center, located at 1202 Williamson Street, Suite A can provide guidance on the rental process (257-0006) and, if needed, mediation service (257-2799).
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