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Fall 2026-2027 Housing Request Form

Fall housing selection will occur on March 19 in the Back Dining Hall. The point system below will be used to decide the order in which each group selects their room.

Steps for Housing Selection:

  1. Only one person from the group must fill out the form titled “ROOMMATE REGISTRATION FORM.” The Group Leader must fill out this form. You must sign up as a group of four individuals. If you do not sign up as four, you will have other roommates placed with you in your room or suite.
  2. ALL members of the group must fill out the form located below titled, “RETURNING STUDENT HOUSING AGREEMENT FORM.” This form must be completed by March 6 at 12:00 pm (noon). Failure to submit a form by this deadline will result in your group being moved to the end of the line.
  3. The group will receive an email from Khali Carpenter with the time for the Group Leader to arrive in the Back Dining Hall on March 19 for room selection. Selection will be based on the below point system. Housing Selection will generally take place from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, depending on your timeslot.

Please contact residencelife@bethanywv.edu with any questions. Please read this page in its entirety.

Returning Student Housing Selection Process 2026-2027

Please note that failure to register for classes for the Fall 2026 semester is grounds for the College to terminate your housing selections. If you do not register for classes by your designated deadline, your will be removed from the housing pool until your registration is complete. Rooms will not be held for students that are unregistered.

 

RETURNING STUDENT HOUSING AGREEMENT FORM

By providing your information and providing your digital signature, you are agreeing to all terms, policies, and provisions included on this webpage, the Student Code of Conduct, and all other policies relating to residential-life.

Returning Student Housing Agreement

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  • Residential Requirement:

    Bethany College is a residential college and, as such, all students are required to live in College owned housing or, for members of Beta Theta Pi only, in their privately owned fraternity house. Residential students are expected to be on a full-board meal plan. Exceptions to the housing and board requirement may be made if a student applies for and is approved to become a commuter. In order to apply to be a commuter, please fill out this Commuter Request Application document and return it to Khali Carpenter before May 1st.”

  • Room Assignment and Changes:

    Student Life retains the exclusive right to make housing assignments. The Housing Agreement is for residential space and does not guarantee a student a specific room or roommate. Assignment changes may be requested in writing by the student and are subject to approval by the Director of Residence Life or his or her designee. Housing agreements cannot be transferred nor can housing units be the subject of a lease or sublease by the resident. Students who assume residency in accommodations other than those assigned will be subject to fines and/or disciplinary action. Student Life reserves the right to use vacant housing space as required. The College reserves the right to consolidate roommates, to change a housing assignment, or to terminate this housing agreement at any time for disciplinary or other reasons.

  • Bethany College Agrees to:
    1. Provide the undersigned student a room within one of its residential facilities in accordance with this contract for the academic year 2026-2027. This agreement provides an assigned space; not an assignment to a specific residence hall, suite, and/or room.
    2. Not discriminate in housing on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or disability.
    3. Provide custodial and maintenance services within all public and common areas of residential facilities.
    4. Maintain a healthy and safe living environment that is conducive to the goals and mission of the Residence Life Office and the College. The College reserves the right to enter rooms in cases where there is a suspicion that a health and safety concern or a policy violation is occurring.
  • I, the undersigned resident, agree:
    1. That it is my responsibility to read the College catalogue, Student Handbook, and communications from the Office of Residence Life to learn and understand the policies and regulations published therein.
    2. That I will not transfer, vacate, or exchange rooms with another student without the written permission of the Director of Residence Life or his or her designee. Nor will I remove any furnishings or equipment from my assigned room or from any other part of the building.
    3. That if the College has a belief that my room is being used for a purpose that is illegal or in violation of College policy, my room and personal belongings may be searched by the College.
    4. That I am responsible for any damages that occur in my room during the period of occupancy. Any damage to common areas of my residence hall will be assessed to the residents of the apartment, section, floor, or entire building as applicable if the person(s) responsible is not identified.
    5. That I will remain enrolled as a full-time student (minimum of 12 credit hours per semester) during the entire period of occupancy.
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Roommate Selection Form

Roommate Registration

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POINT SYSTEM

4pts – Rising Seniors (94 Credits)
3pts – Rising Juniors (60 Credits)
2pts – Rising Sophomores (25 Credits)

BUILDING INFORMATION

Look over the building information to determine your first, second, and third choice.