Frequently Asked Questions

This site will be updated soon with information for 2008-2009.

Why be a resident student at The College at Brockport?

Residence halls at The College at Brockport are more than places where students sleep. They are vibrant, active communities where significant learning takes place. They are dedicated to student success through a commitment to collaboration, community, civility, diversity and responsible citizenship. They are comfortable and affordable, promote the safety of their residents, and emphasize academics. They value meaningful involvement and encourage pride and respect.

Our community-building program focuses on the total development of a student within the residential setting. We consider students to be adults and except them to obey all laws and take personal responsibility for their conduct.

I can't figure out how to log into the online application site.

You will need your Student ID number (800xxxxx) found on your Admissions acceptance letter.
Two common errors:
- not entering your birthdate as m/d/19yy with the slashes (example June 2, 1984 is 6/2/1984)
- not waiting 24 hours after your housing and tuitions deposits were received at the Office of Student Accounts (we must wait until our nightly process runs to create your unique housing application account).

Do I have to live on campus as a first-year (freshmen) student?

The College Brockport requires all freshmen to live on campus unless commuting from a parent's or legal guardian's home. The Office of Residential Life/ Learning Communities believes that enhancing self-esteem and developing effective social and interpersonal skills are critical to student success, and that grouping students with their peers to develop a common learning community experience is important. 

When will I receive information about housing for the fall?

Once you pay your tuition and housing deposits, we will send an email with information on how to complete the online application. The first email will be sent during the first week of May, and weekly thereafter. Click here to learn what your Brockport email address is.

Can I live with my friend who's also coming to Brockport ?

We house first year students together and transfer students with other transfers and application. You will need their Student ID number. Both students must request each other. If you are requesting a 4-person suite, all 4 students must enter their actual roommate request on the form, and email us at housing@brockport.edu the names and ID numbers of all 4. (all 4 students must send this email individually)

I want to make changes to my housing application. How do I do that?

In order to make any changes, you must sign in and click on the link to edit your application.

I can't find my Student ID number. I don't know what a Student ID number is. Help!

Once you received your Admissions materials stating you are accepted, you are given a Student ID number. The number will be found on your Admissions materials and always begins with 800xxxxxx. This will be your campus ID number on all billing, academic, residence hall paperwork during your time at Brockport. Click here to find your number online if you do not have your Admissions paperwork.

I've already sent in my application, and now I have a roommate request. What can I do?

Simply sign back into the application site and edit your application. You may make changes throughout the summer until July 18. You will need their Student ID number. All requests must be submitted by each person.

How do I know my application was processed?

You can sign back into the application site and see the date and time that your application was submitted. You can make changes until July 18.

When will I know where I'm living, and who I'll be living with?

You will receive your room assignment letter during the last week in July. Like many other residence hall programs, we wait in order to accommodate as many requests and changes as we can.

Why are there three other names on my room assignment?

You have been assigned to a suite with two bedrooms. Please note that the letter lists A and B bedrooms.

Can I visit my residence hall and the room I have been assigned to before opening/move-in weekend?

We use the summer to make needed repairs, paint, and prepare the residence halls for your arrival. We make sure to show representative rooms as part of the tours during the accepted student open houses. Residence halls not in use are closed.

Can I move in prior to Friday, August 22, 2008?

Students with approved extraordinary circumstances can move in Thursday, August 21, 2008. For approval, please email us at housing@brockport.edu. In the subject line please write "Early Arrival Request."

How will my room be furnished?

Each bedroom contains two beds, desks, dressers, floor lamps, waste baskets, towel bars, and closets. Click here for more information.

Is internet access available? Do I have to share it with my roommate? How much does it cost?

There are two data ports in each bedroom for access to the Internet and the campus network, at no extra charge. There is also wireless internet available in the residence halls. Check this link for more information: http://www.brockport.edu/resnet

What size are the beds?

Extra long twin (80" long x 33 1/2" wide x 6 1/2" deep)

How much space is under the bed, and are bed-risers allowed?

The space under the bed is 9 1/2" high. Bed risers are allowed and are sold in the bookstore. For your safety we do not recommend using cinder blocks.

Do you allow lofts?

No, for fire safety reasons.

Can the beds be bunked?

Yes, upon arrival after talking with your roommate, any requests for bunking beds can be made at the RA Office and will be done by the maintenance person using the correct safety equipment in the order requested.

What size is the closet?

The opening in Lower Quad residence halls is 52" x 88." The size varies in other residence halls.

Do you rent refrigerators?

No

What can I bring?

See our detailed list here. One small refrigerator (5 cubic feet or smaller) and one microwave (700 watts or less) is permitted per bedroom. Space heaters, air conditioners, and George Forman grills are not permitted due to fire safety.

What about laundry?

Each residence hall has laundry machines that are accessible 24-hours a day. The washers and dryers are free to residents. Don't forget to bring laundry detergent, basket to transport laundry, and other needed items (iron, bleach, fabric softener sheets). Please be mindful when doing laundry and make sure you claim your clothes immediately when done.

What about mail? What is my mailing address?

All USPS mail is delivered to each residence hall. Each student will receive their own mailbox located in the lobby of their residence hall upon check-in. Any packages coming from FedEx, DHL, UPS, etc will arrive at the Dobson Hall Package Room and can be picked up with a student ID. Click here to learn more about receiving packages.
Your mailing address is:
(Your Name)
(mailbox number) (Residence Hall) - Example: 14 Thompson Hall
Brockport, NY 14420

How much does living on campus cost for 2008-2009?

Occupancy	Price	Rate based on:
Double	$2,850	Per semester per person
Single Single	$3,450	Per semester per person, very limited
Double Single	$3,650	Per semester per person, subject to availability, not available Fall 2008
Townhome	$3,700	Per semester per person, Juniors/Seniors

What should I expect during move-in?

Click here to learn more about move-in day.

What are my options for living on campus as a first-year or transfer student?

Click here to view our pdf handouts on living options - First-years and Transfers

What about safety on campus and in the residence halls?

All residence halls are locked 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Residents may only gain entrance to their own residence hall through their student ID card. Security screens are installed on all first-floor windows and a front-door card access system will enhance safety. Visitors must use lobby phones to gain access. Residents are responsible for their guests and for adhering to our guest policy. During posted times, ID cards and sign-in are required for all guests. Together with our fulltime University Police staff, our Community Policing program is a real success. Our easy-to-identify "blue-light/emergency" phones, available at 31 locations across campus, provide immediate access to University Police.

What are Resident Directors (RDs) and Resident Assistants (RAs) and what do they do?

Each residence hall community is staffed by a professional Resident Director (RD) and a staff of upper class Resident Assistants (RAs) who reside on each floor. RAs and RDs are excellent sources of information - they know the campus, its resources, and how to help you resolve problems. The residential staff are committed to service excellence. They will treat you as an individual, help you make choices, support you in developing personal responsibility and concern for others, and help you to develop a plan for your academic success.

Resident Directors - The primary role of the resident director is to enhance the welfare and development of students and staff within a residential community. In that effort the RD is responsible for the overall operation of the community, the coordination of student development programming, the planning and execution of activities and events, stimulating behavior change through the judicial process, supervising and developing RA staff, and counseling students. The RD is a valuable resource person. Click here for our list of Resident Directors and their contact information.

Resident Assistants - Resident Assistants are carefully selected based upon their leadership skills, sensitivity to others, ability to handle emergencies, academic record, and potential to develop and present innovative programs to the hall community. They are required to attend extensive pre-semester and in-service training, including taking a required class. Your RA won't solve all your problems, but you will always have someone to go to for support and assistance. Your RA is a valuable resource and, as a student too, had to make all the adjustments you are making.

Each weekday afternoon, an RA is on day-desk duty 1:30-4:30 p.m. in each residence hall (hours may vary by hall). Every evening, an RA is on duty in each residence hall also.  The name, room, and phone number of the RA on duty is posted near the main desk. While on duty, the RA sits at the main desk 8 p.m. - midnight, Sunday - Thursday, and 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. RAs on duty respond to student concerns, provide information, give out packages, check out residence hall equipment, make periodic rounds, and assist the Resident Director in the operation of the hall.

 

 

Last Updated August 4, 2008