Student Appeals of the Housing Contract. Students with sudden and unforeseeable personal circumstances such as a severe medical condition or extreme financial hardship may be in sudden need of alternative housing. Under such circumstances, a student may submit an appeal to cancel their housing contract. The Housing Contract Appeal form and supporting documents must be submitted to the Department of Housing and Residence Life. A $50 contract appeal fee is required for an appeal to be reviewed by the Housing Appeals Committee regardless of the outcome. Students denied by the committee may request to forward their appeal to the Housing Appeal Review Board (“Review Board”). Review Board decisions are final. The Review Board is a University Standing Committee reporting to the Vice-President of Student Affairs. Any release granted by the Review Board may be subject to a $400 cancellation fee unless such fee is waived by the Housing Director or their designee for extenuating circumstances. No refunds will be made after the 30th day of class.
