On January 27, the Office of Residential and Dining Services opened housing applications for the Fall 2025 semester. There were a few changes to both the payment and application processes, and students interested in on-campus housing for the semester will need to submit their Housing Application by Friday, February 28. The Housing Application can be accessed through the myStevens Housing & Dining (StarRez) page.
After submitting the application, a $200 non-refundable application fee is due by February 28 in place of a $500 security deposit. If students wish to cancel their applications for unapproved reasons, they will be charged $500 cancellation fees. Different from previous years, room selection dates will be determined by a random lottery system, with students assigned lottery numbers within their class year. The process will occur in order of class standing, starting with first-years students, followed by second-year students, and so on.The implementation of this system “aims to create a fairer, more equitable process for all students and support our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility,” Dean of Residential and Dining Operations Trina Ballantyne said.
Housing groups range from two to four people, and there is a built-in roommate-matching function for students who need it. “There are a series of questions that must be answered on the housing application. After the questions are answered, students will then see a list of students sorted by their match percentage. They are then able to communicate with the match to see if they would be a good fit,” Ballantyne said. Students who already have a housing group will be able to create their groups directly through the application.
Students who are unsuccessful during the selection process can join the waitlist or cancel their application. Waitlisted students may be assigned housing during the summer based on availability and cancellations. Otherwise, students may need to seek off-campus housing.
The room selection dates will be April 15, 16, and 17, and students who apply for housing will find out their selection dates on April 10 via email.To ensure a smooth process, students should check their Stevens email frequently to get the latest housing updates and room selection information. Students are encouraged to reach out to the Office of Residential and Dining Services with any questions they may have via email (rds@stevens.edu) or phone number (201-216-5128).
