You are required to pay electric and gas. Apartment management will inform you on how to have utilities put in your name. Rent is due on the first of each month. Your lease will specify late fees. Apartment managers prefer cash, money orders or local checks.
Payment is made at the rental office.
If you expect to use financial awards to help pay housing expenses, be aware that aid funds may not be available when you must sign your lease. Be prepared to pay required rent at lease signing from personal funds. Generally, you may move into your apartment when you sign your lease. See the cover letter for the day and time. Generally, units will not be available early.