F.A.T.S. Knows!
Thinking of living in residence next term? We asked the helpful residence staff for their Top Questions:
How do I apply to live in Residence?
Apply anytime after February 1, 2009 with the online application at www.fanshawec.ca/residence. If you don't have internet access, we can send you the form by mail. Call us at 519.452.4440 ext. 5000, give us your current mailing address and we'll be happy to send it out.
When is the deadline for applications?
Applications for residence are due April 15, 2009. Applications received later automatically go on the waitlist. On April 20, 2009, we mail acceptance offers and waitlist letters. You must confirm your spot on or before May 14, 2009 with a $250.00 security deposit payment.
When is the deadline for cancellation without financial penalty?
You must notify the residence on or before July 1, 2009 if you want to retract your acceptance without incurring a financial penalty. If you retract your acceptance after this date, you'll be subject to a $150 administration fee. You'll incur additional cost if your space isn't taken by another student.
How does the lottery system work?
Each student has the same opportunity to live in residence. We draw names randomly until each student has been assigned a place. The first 690 names we draw are offered accommodations in residence for the coming academic year. If you are not formally offered a space, you remain on the waitlist in order of the date we received your application. On April 17, 2009 the lottery is held to determine acceptance into Residence.
Can you pick your roommates? Building? Room?
Building and room assignments are done randomly for all students except for those who need barrier free suites. We try to match roommates in a more systematic fashion. Once you have accepted an offer of residence, you'll be sent a package with a personality profile to help match you with someone else. You can request a specific roommate but the roommate you request must have also accepted an offer of residence and must agree to be your roommate, too. We won't match roommates if both parties don't request to live together. We do our best to accommodate all requests, but we can't guarantee that all requests will be met.
How are roommates matched up?
We'll ask you to complete a personality profile to help us determine compatibility when pairing roommates. It's very important that you (and not your parent, sibling, or friend) fill out the profile. We need your answers! Be as honest as possible when filling out your answers so that roommate conflicts may be avoided.
Will I be able to see a room?
Absolutely! We can show a suite anytime from May to August. Before May 1, 2009 call the Residence Office at 519-452-4440 to arrange a tour.
How much does it cost to live in residence? What does that include?
It costs $6,650 to live in residence from September to April. This figure includes the following:
- Heat, hydro, local telephone service, internet access, cable
- Weekly housekeeping
- $250 security/damage deposit (will be refunded after the student has vacated his/her room and an inspection has been conducted.)
- $1,000 mandatory meal plan
How does the meal plan work?
The $1,000 meal plan is mandatory for all residents and is activated and used with their student ID card. Residents can use it to buy items from venders across campus, including Tim Horton's, Pizza Pizza, Harvey's, Mr. Sub, the Out Back Shack and the Oasis.
When can I move in?
Once you've accepted an offer, you may begin moving in on August 30, 2009. If you want to move in before then, you can do so at an additional charge of $25 per night (subject to availability).
I didn't get into residence! What other housing options are available? Where should I start looking?
Check the Fanshawe College web link to off campus housing: www.fanshawec.ca/housing or call the Housing Office at 519.452.4282.
Important Dates
Note! Fanshawe College programs each fall under one of three academic calendars — 15-week, 16-week, and 18-week semesters. Make sure you know where your program fits! If you aren't sure, talk to the helpful folks in your Academic Office.
The last date to withdraw without having to pay all your fees for Winter Term 2009 (15-wk, 16-wk, or 18-wk semesters) — Jan. 23, Jan. 16, Jan. 26. If you withdraw after this date, or simply drop all your courses, all your fees will be due, even if you aren't going to class. (Please note: some dates vary based on the start of your program.) Come to the Office of the Registrar to be sure your paperwork is complete.
The last date to register, change from full-time to part-time or back again, drop or add courses, or get credit for external credits for this term (15-wk, 16-wk, or 18-wk semesters) — Jan. 23, Jan. 16, Jan. 26. Check your Student Verification Form because some dates vary based on the start date of your program.
The last date to appeal an academic decision or your fees (15-wk, 16-wk, or 18-wk semesters) — Jan 26, Jan 30, Feb 11. Note: The date may vary based on the start date of your program.
This column is a Student Success Initiative sponsored by Counselling and Student Life Services, Financial Aid and the Office of the Registrar.
