Housing and Residence Life

Fairmont State maintains five residence halls which accommodate around 1,200 students. Each residence hall provides a learning environment which is designed to enhance academic and social life. Housing contracts are for the entire academic year and prices vary by residence hall. For additional information, contact Residence Life at (304) 367-4216.

University Terrace, Fairmont State’s newest residential facility has apartments and semi-suites that accommodate 345 students. All apartments and some semi-suites operate on a year-round lease. Pence Hall offers year round housing in the single and double occupancy rooms. Tenants are required to abide by all rules and regulations. Prices vary based on room type and length of lease.

1. All freshman and sophomore students are required to live in campus housing unless approved for an exemption to the residency policy. Students interested in applying for an exemption must submit the form, which is available on our website, and any required documentation. All students must receive written confirmation of their release from the campus residency requirement before making housing arrangements off-campus. Students requesting exempt status from the residency policy must submit the request at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester indicated in the request. Students may not request an exemption after he/she has completed the lease agreement for the academic year.
2. Students must pay a deposit in order to complete their applications and reserve a room. Housing assignments are completed based upon the student’s date of completed application. All residence hall applications and assignments are made for the entire academic year
3. The deposit refund deadline for the fall semester is May 31st. The deposit refund deadline for the spring semester is November 30th. The deposit is forfeited if the cancellation or release request is not submitted by the semester deadlines. The deposit, less any damages or other outstanding charges, will be returned at the end of the occupancy period.
4. Cancellation for current students ONLY: You may cancel you housing application with us for the upcoming academic year ONLY if you do so by April 15th in writing to reslife@fairmontstate.edu. You will forfeit your deposit. Your cancellation will be considered if you meet any of the following requirements:
   • You have met the four (4) consecutive semester requirements
   • You plan to live at home with a parent/guardian within 50 miles of campus
   • You are over the age of 21
   • You are married
   • You have graduated
   • You became a parent
   • You have withdrawn from the University
     For any returning student who requests a cancellation after the April 15th deadline the cancellation will not be considered under any circumstances and you will be assessed full room/board charges if applicable.
5. The institution reserves the right to limit the number of students in the residence halls under its control.
6. Students who live in the traditional residence halls or semi-suites in University Terrance must purchase a Meal Plan for the Dining Hall.
7. Room and board fees must be paid in full for a semester prior to the first day of classes.
8. All residence hall students and their parents or guardians are responsible for being familiar with the University Student Code of Conduct and all other regulations that are listed and explained in the Residence Hall Guide to Success.
9. In cases where a preponderance of evidence exists of policy violation or criminal action, the student’s room will be searched in accordance with the University Student Code of Conduct. The student will then have a student conduct hearing to determine the outcome of the incident.
10. Any residence hall student who is suspended or expelled from the institution and/or a residence hall for disciplinary reasons will be responsible for paying for the remainder of the housing contract.
11. All residence halls are tobacco, smoke, and vapor free.
12. Alcoholic beverages or illegal substances are not permitted on campus, including all residence halls.