Dorm Availability

Publication: Undergraduate Handbook

Policy Statement

The resident halls are used to house CU students during the two academic semesters only.

Policy Procedures

When the semesters are not in session the resident halls undergo maintenance and are used as guest rooms for events.

Fall & Spring Break

Students may request continuous use of their rooms while keeping in mind that the cafeteria is closed and no cooking is permitted in the rooms.

Christmas Holiday Break

During this break, the students are expected to vacate the dorm within 24 hours of the last scheduled final. Written request for exception can be directed to the Student Services Department. All campus services are either closed or diminished making life in the dorms difficult.

Summer Break

Selected rooms usually are available for summer residents. Students must be returning in the fall. Student rooms will be issued on a needs basis. A fee will be charged to use the room. Students requesting summer residency must keep in mind that it is temporary and the cafeteria is closed. No cooking is permitted in rooms during summer months. Students are required to maintain their roomand bathroom cleanliness during the summer. Failure to keep room and hall clean will result in fines and possible eviction.

Dorm Use for Graduating Seniors

Students graduating during the fall graduation cycle will need to have their dorm rooms inspected and emptied out within 3 business days after the final day of the fall semester. Students graduating during the spring graduation cycle are expected to have their dorm rooms inspected and emptied out within3 business days after the graduation ceremony. Based on availability of summer dorm space, a student graduating in the spring may request to remain in the dorm through June 30, at which time the senior’s dorm room will need to be emptied and inspected.