Room Assignments

JMU Waitlist Information

Why am I on a waitlist?

The number of applicants for housing exceeds the number of beds. Only incoming Freshman students are guaranteed housing.

What order are contracts offered?

We offer contracts in the following order;

Current on-campus 1st year freshman (rising sophomores).
Upperclass on-campus students.
Newly admitted Transfer students.
Students who are currently living off-campus.

How do I get off the waitlist and receive a contract?

Contracts will continue to be offered in the following order;

Current on-campus 1st year freshman (rising sophomores)
Upperclass on-campus students.
Newly admitted Transfer students.
Students who are currently living off-campus.

There is no guarantee students on the waitlist will be offered a contract for on-campus.

What happens to make contracts available?

Current applicants who have been offered a contract and fail to return it by the deadline.
Students who have returned a contract but wish to give up their space, may request an exchange with the next available student on the waitlist.
Students with a contract that may transfer or leave JMU will create an available contract.

Can I participate in the the room reservation process?

Applicants contracted from the waitlist prior to February 8, 2008 will participate in the room reservation process.
Applicants contracted from the waitlist February 8, 2008 or later will receive a housing assignment over the summer with consideration for their preferences as space permits.

When should I look for off-campus housing?

Unfortunately we are unable to give you a date as to when we will no longer have housing. Cancellations are received throughout the months of July and August.
For information about living off campus, visit the JMU Off-Campus Life website.

Our Mission Statement

The Office of Residence Life at James Madison University is committed to designing and maintaining a caring environment that encourages academic success, respect, personal growth and responsibility to one's community.