Frequently Asked Questions
What is my room assignment and when will I receive it?
Who is my roommate? Can I contact my roommate before we move in?
Can I see my room before I move in?
Can I change my assignment before the move-in date?
Can I change my fall roommate(s) before the move-in date?
Why wasn't I assigned to my first or second choice room or residence hall?
What can you tell me about Triple Rooms on campus?
In advance of my move-in date, can I ship things to my residence hall?
I am not disabled, why was I assigned to a handicapped room?
What is my campus mailing address?
What furniture will be in my room?
What about the window coverings?
Will I have a bathroom in my room?
What should I bring for my room?
Can I bring a small appliance like a microwave, coffee maker, or refrigerator?
I would like to bring a computer. What will work in my room?
Can I stay in my room over the break periods?
Am I required to purchase a meal plan?
If I have other questions, whom can I call or email?
Where do I do laundry, and how much does it cost?
What is my room assignment and when will I receive it?
Area assignments are made in late May, and confirmation of your Area assignment will be mailed to your permanent address in June 2008. Your rental charge will also be included in this mailing. Your fall rent must be paid by July, 2008 to prevent a loss of your assignment. You will not receive your actual room assignment (Room Number) until July, 2008.
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Who is my roommate? Can I contact my roommate before we move in?
Roommate information and confirmation of your room assignment (Room Number) will be available online, late July 2008. The confirmation will have the names and contact information of your roommate(s). Feel free to contact your roommate(s) before you arrive.
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Can I see my room before I move in?
The residence halls are closed to students until the move-in date. Because we make many changes during the summer, your room assignment may change before you arrive.
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Can I change my assignment before the move-in date?
Students who are interested in requesting a change in their assignment prior to the Fall 2008 semester must complete a Housing Assignment Change Request Form. If you would like to be considered for a room or roommate change, you must submit your request in writing. All changes are subject to space availability. If you submit a Housing Assignment Change Request Form, you will be contacted during the summer only if an option for a new assignment becomes available; most room change offers will be extended in June, July, and August.
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Can I change my fall roommate(s) before the move-in date?
Students who are interested in requesting a change of their roommate(s) prior to the Fall 2008 semester must complete a Roommate Change Request Form. All changes are subject to space availability. If you submit a Roommate Change Request Form, you will be contacted during the summer only if an option for a new roommate(s) becomes available. Continue to check the View your Assignment" page for the most up to date information on your assignment.
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Why wasn't I assigned to my first or second choice room or residence hall?
The room assignment process was based on the date your UNF Housing Contract was received. While not everyone received their first choice of residence, every effort was made to accommodate your preferences. Additionally, if you and another student(s) mutually requested one another as roommates, your housing assignment was made based on the date that the first of the two/three UNF Housing Contracts was received.
All minors (under the age of 18) are assigned to double occupancy rooms in Osprey Hall. One of our primary responsibilities is to provide a safe and secure living environment, and we believe (as does our University Police department) that assigning you to Osprey Hall assists us with this important responsibility. When you reach your 18th birthday, you may submit a room change request to another residential facility. Assuming space is available, the Central Housing Office will assist you in finding a new room.
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What can you tell me about Triple Rooms on campus?
Please select this link http://unfhousing.com/TriplesFAQs.asp to learn more about triple rooms at UNF.
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In advance of my move-in date, can I ship things to my residence hall?
The university cannot accept any packages shipped in advance of your move-in date.
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Where is my residence hall?
Map of Campus.
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I am not disabled, why was I assigned to a handicapped room?
Federal and State law mandate that we provide handicapped rooms in all of our housing facilities. Due to high demand for on-campus housing, we utilized all bed spaces. It is common for students without disabilities to be assigned to a handicapped room unless this room is needed by a student with special needs.
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What is my campus mailing address?
Your campus mailing address will be indicated on your room assignment. Housing Operations will assign you a Housing Box (HB) Number. Your mail should be addressed as follows:
RESIDENT'S NAME
11800 UNF Drive, #______
Jacksonville, FL 32224-2668
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What size is my room?
The approximate size of each room is as follows:
- Osprey Hall: 180 sq/ft
- Osprey Landing: 385 sq/ft
- Osprey Cove: 385 sq/ft
- Osprey Village
o One Bedroom: 400 sq/ft
o Two Bedroom: 550 sq/ft
- Osprey Crossings: 385 sq/ft
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What furniture will be in my room?
All rooms are furnished with a bed, dresser/wardrobe, desk and chair. Please select a housing area below to see which furnishings are included and their dimensions.
What about the window coverings?
All residence hall rooms have window blinds.
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Will I have a bathroom in my room?
Osprey Hall has communal bathrooms. All other buildings have bathrooms in each room.
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What should I bring for my room?
For more information on what to bring to campus (See What To Bring). For buildings with private bathrooms, students must also provide toilet paper and shower curtains.
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Can I bring a small appliance like a microwave, coffee maker, or refrigerator?
Care should be taken not to overload electrical circuits. Even approved appliances can be dangerous when not used properly. Students should unplug appliances after use and should be especially careful not to leave any approved appliances unattended. (See below for approved appliances)
Refrigerators, which do not exceed 4.5 cubic feet, and microwaves that do not exceed 1200 watts are permitted. Rooms are permitted a maximum of two refrigerators. Osprey Village apartments come with a full-size refrigerator.
Approved Appliances: Small appliances without exposed heating elements, such as curling irons, blow dryers, sandwich/waffle makers, bread makers, rice cookers, coffee makers, hot pots, and crock pots are permitted in student rooms, with proper usage.
George Foreman Grills and other similar items may ONLY be utilized in lounges (Osprey Landing, Osprey Cove and Osprey Crossings) and kitchens in the Osprey Village Apartments as long as grease is disposed of properly (i.e., not down any drain). George Foreman Grills are NOT permitted in Osprey Hall. The use of these items is not permitted in individual student rooms. Charcoal grills are not allowed on campus as there are grills provided in the housing areas. Grilling is NOT permitted in any of the housing courtyards or on any balconies. Lighter fluid is also strictly prohibited and may not be stored or used within the residence areas.
Village apartments have a fully functioning kitchen. Therefore, only Village residents may use toasters, toaster ovens, and George Forman grills in their kitchens.
Appliances that are Strictly Prohibited: Any appliances with an open flame, open heating coil, or open heating element (i.e., hot plates and coffee coils) are prohibited because they are fire hazards. The following items are strictly prohibited (including, but not limited to): toasters, toaster ovens, hibachis (electric or propane), hot plates, space heaters, electric skillets, soup warmers, s'more makers, electric grills, and gas grills. Deep fat fryers and smoke machines are not permitted. Village residents also may not possess or use electric or gas grills.
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I would like to bring a computer. What will work in my room?
For recommendations and specifications, please see the OspreyNet page.
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Can I stay in my room over the break periods?
Students assigned to first-year areas (Osprey Hall, Osprey Landing, Osprey Crossings) are not permitted to remain on-campus during the Winter Break (December 14, 2007 - January 6, 2008). Upper-class students assigned to Osprey Cove and Osprey Village are permitted to remain on-campus during the Winter Break.
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Am I required to purchase a meal plan?
Although on-campus residents are not required to purchase a meal plan, many students choose to participate in some type of meal plan program. For more information about dining on-campus, please select this link http://www.dineoncampus.com/unf/.
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If I have other questions, whom can I call or email?
The Central Housing Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm. You can contact us by phone (904) 620-4663 or email housing@unf.edu.
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Does Housing Clean My Room?
Once you move into your room, you and your roommate(s) are responsible for the upkeep of your room including the bathroom. Housing Operations personnel do not clean individual rooms during the academic year. During the Winter Break, Housing Operations does clean the tile floor in rooms in the following buildings: Osprey Landing and Osprey Crossings.
Since Osprey Hall has shared bathrooms, Housing Operations does clean these bathrooms on a daily basis. All Public Spaces (Lounges, Lobbies and Laundry Rooms) are cleaned on a daily basis by Housing Operations Personnel.
Where do I do laundry, and how much does it cost?
Each of the residential areas has their own laundry facility facilitated by MacGray. The Landing, Cove and Crossings have one laundry room per building. Osprey Hall and Osprey Village have one central Laundry facility. It costs $1.00 per load to wash, and $.50 per load to dry. For more information on the laundry facilities in each area, view Residential Laundry Service.










