If you return a signed application to University Housing, you have signed a contract. In other words, you will be required to pay for one year's rent even if you do not like your assigned residence and decide to live elsewhere. There is always a waiting list for University apartments. Preference is given to families, unmarried graduate students, and applicants requesting a 12-month lease. Some apartments are furnished.
Most international students reside off campus.
Information about off-campus housing will be provided once you arrive on campus. A lease is typically signed for 12 months and requires at least one month's rent as a deposit. Since health care in the United States is extremely expensive, insurance coverage for dependents of F-1 students is strongly recommended. However, insurance coverage is required for dependents who accompany J-1 exchange visitors. If you plan to arrive prior to the beginning of classes, we suggest that you purchase some type of travel insurance which will cover you for the first few weeks of your stay in the United States.