How does the Residence Life Office figure out the number of students who are permitted to live in off-campus residences?
The number for off-campus permissions are based on projected enrollment and past years’ data. At the time of Housing Selection Appointments (typically in March and early April), however, the projected enrollment for the following academic year is still somewhat unclear since students have not yet registered for fall semester classes (the best predictor of enrollment). Thus, a conservative number of off-campus permissions are granted during Housing Selection Appointments; more off campus permissions may be granted at a later time as the projected enrollment becomes clearer. Students who don’t receive off-campus permission at the time of their housing appointment may sign up on a waiting list for off-campus permission.
