FAQ

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Question Source
How do I apply for housing? (new undergrad) First-Year and Transfer application information
How do I apply for housing? (continuing undergrad) Returning Resident Housing
How do I apply for housing? (new grad) Graduate Housing Basics
How do I apply for housing? (continuing grad) Graduate Housing Renewal Information
How do I terminate my contract? How do I cancel my contract? Cancelling Applications and Contracts
How do I move in? (grad) Graduate Housing Move-In And Move-Out
How do I move in? (undergrad) Undergraduate Move-In And Move-Out
How do I move out? (grad) Graduate Housing Move-In And Move-Out
How do I move out? (undergrad) Undergrad Move-Out – Ann Arbor
What should I bring to school? What to bring and what to leave at home
What items are prohibited? Regulated and Prohibited Items in Michigan Housing
Are there rules for living in Michigan Housing? Policies
How do I get renters insurance? Personal Property Protection
How do I rent a refrigerator? College Products
What’s my mailing address? Mailing Addresses
How do I get something in my room fixed? Contact FIXIT
What are the community center hours? Community Center Hours
How do I pay rent? Paying your rent
What kind of furniture are in the residence halls? Room Furniture
Do the residence halls have air-conditioning? Do the residence halls have air-conditioning?
How big is my room? Residence Hall Room Dimensions
Parking (grad residents) Northwood Parking
Parking (undergrad residents) Undergraduate Parking Information
Lost Key Room Lockout, Lost Keycard, or Key
How do I request housing accommodations? Additional Living Options
Where can I access the housing accommodations request form? Initial Information Form
Where can I request religious observance accommodations? Additional Living Options
Where do I go to have my Emotional Support Animal approved? Registered service or emotional support animals
How do I seek accommodations for food allergies? Food Allergies
Is Laundry included in Room and Board fees? Laundry Basics
How do I apply to be an RA? Michigan Housing Jobs
Who can help with a roommate conflict? Roommate Conflicts
Does Housing have scholarships? M Housing Scholarships
What happens when I have packages delivered to me? Mail and package delivery
What does my RA do? Residence Staff
What does my Hall Director do? Residence Staff
How do I change rooms? Undergraduate housing change options
How much does it cost to live in M Housing? Housing Rates and Fees
Cable TV and Phone Service Television and Phone Service
How can I reach M Housing? How to Contact Michigan Housing
How do I know if the email I received from M Housing is legit? How we will contact you
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