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HOUSING SELECTION INFORMATION

  • When will I get my housing selection date and time (lottery number?)
    • Lottery times were sent out on March 14 to your Lynn University email. The email was titled “It’s almost time to select - here's your housing selection time slot!”  
  • When does selection begin?
    • Selection for Capstone Apartments will begin on Monday, March 20.
    • Required student selection will begin on Wednesday, March 22.
  • Where can I go for help during the selection process?
    • Housing and Residence Life staff will be located in the University Center and available to assist you with room selection on the following days and times:
      • Monday, March 20 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
      • Tuesday, March 21 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
      • Wednesday, March 22 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
      • Thursday, March 23 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Uh-oh, didn’t get the room type you wanted?
    • If you do not receive housing during the selection process, please email housing@lynn.edu to be placed on a waitlist. Students that completed the housing application and deposit on time will be prioritized. 

SPRING CLOSING INFORMATION

  • The Residence Halls will close for the Summer on Friday, May 5, 2023, at noon. Residents must remove all their items and check out with their Resident Assistant prior to this date and time. 
  • The Summer Break Housing application will open on March 28, 2023. 

FALL 2023 MOVE-IN DATES

  • New Student Move-In: Wednesday, August 16, and Thursday, August 17
  • Returning Student Move-In: Saturday, August 19, and Sunday, August 20
  • Fall 2023: Classes will start Monday, August 21
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Our Mission
The mission of the Office of Housing and Residence Life is to create a home away from home where everyone belongs. We are dedicated to promoting a safe and positive learning environment in which healthy relationships are formed, individual differences are appreciated and residents are encouraged to take an active role in their community and education.

 

Who makes up the Housing and Residence Life staff?

  • Resident Assistants: A resident assistant (RA) is a student staff member working and living in a residence hall. Resident assistants provide support, guidance, and assistance for resident students.

  • Senior Resident Assistants: Senior RAs are student staff members living, working, and mentoring RAs in the residence halls. SRAs are there to lead the staff team in resident programming and community development and provide additional support and care to residents. SRAs also provide support, guidance, and assistance for resident students.
     
  • Area Coordinators: An area coordinator (AC) is a professional staff member who oversees one-half of campus staff and residents. The AC lives and works in the residence halls and is there for critical issue response, resident follow-up, and sets the standards for establishing a positive community on campus.
                     
  • Director and Associate Directors: The Director of Housing and Residence Life and Associate Directors are full-time professionals who serve as the chief administrators for the supervision, management, and personal and community development of on-campus students at Lynn University.     

Meet your Housing and Residence Life Professional Staff!

Living in one of Lynn's residence halls is not just about where you sleep - it's a way of life. That's why we call it residence life. And each of the seven residence halls, where you and 1,500 of your fellow Fighting Knights live, has its own style and South Florida flair! Check out the benefits of living in each hall and learn more about their features here or here

Student Residency Requirement
As a residential institution, Lynn University expects students who have completed less than 60 credit hours to live and board within the University residential system. Undergraduate day students with over 60 earned credit hours may request to live in housing owned or controlled by the University, however; assignment is based on space availability, which is not guaranteed. All other degree-seeking students may request to live in housing owned or controlled by the University however, the assignment is based on space availability, which is not guaranteed and will be given consideration only after the undergraduate day student population has been accommodated. 

Students meeting any one of the following conditions may be permitted to live off-campus:

  1. Students 21 years of age or older;
  2. Students who are married and/or have children;
  3. Students who have completed four (4) semesters of college as a full-time student; and
  4. Students residing with their parents or legal guardian within commuting distance of Lynn University. In this circumstance, eligible students will be required to provide a notarized letter from the student’s parents or legal guardian stating that the Florida address is the parents’ or legal guardian’s permanent residence. In addition, a copy of one parent’s valid Florida driver’s license (which shows proof of Florida residency) is required.

 

The Resident Assistant (RA) is a student staff member within Housing and Residence Life at Lynn University. The most important component of the position for Resident Assistants is to spend time getting to know each of the residents that live in their assigned community and promote individual and group development through the implementation of programs and purposeful interactions. The Resident Assistant is expected to cultivate a sense of community and an environment of purpose, respect, and discipline. Read the full job description here

RAs are expected to serve as role models on campus, exhibit the ability to be effective listeners and excellent resources, and show ethical behavior at all times. The nature of the live-in position often requires work outside of traditional business hours, including weekends and university academic breaks. The RA position requires both regularly scheduled responsibilities and times at which student staff are available and accessible to community residents. 

Applications for the 2023 - 2024 Academic Year is now closed. For more information or to inquire about the role please contact The Resident Assistant Selection Committee at housing@lynn.edu. 

 

 

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New to Lynn Student Housing Information:
Want to live on-campus for the 2023 - 2024 academic year? The housing application for new Lynn students is live now!

  • To apply, please log in to lynn.erezlife.com using your Lynn credentials.
  • For an overview of the selection timeline, please click here.
  • For directions on how to apply for housing, click here.
  • For directions on how to create a roommate profile and roommate group, click here.  
  • In Collaboration with Admissions, Housing and Residence Life will be providing Zoom sessions to answer any additional questions about the application process. Contact your admissions counselor for more information.

Returning Student Housing Selection Information:

First-year students usually live with one or two roommates, and returning students participate in a housing selection process to determine roommates and availability. There are a limited number of private rooms.

Residential students living in residence halls are required to have a meal plan, which is automatically added to pricing options. Meal plans are not included for students living in Capstone Apartments. Students can purchase a meal plan separately.

On-Campus Prices, 2023 - 2024 Academic Year (Meal plan included)
Students with under 60 credits and/or full scholarship are eligible to live in the following room types: 

Room Type Price per Semester
Double, with a community bath $6,875 per semester
Triple, with a private bath $6,875 per semester
Double, with a private bathroom $7,415 per semester
Perper, double room suite $8,490 per semester
Perper, single-room suite $8,740 per semester
Single, with a community or shared bath $8,215 per semester
Single, with a private bath $8,520 per semester
Single, with no sink in the room $7,955 per semester

Capstone Apartments, 2023 - 2024 Academic Year (No meal plan included)
Students with over 60 credits or graduate students are eligible to live in the following room types in Capstone Apartments. Housing in Capstone Apartments is not guaranteed. 

Room Type Price per Semester
Studios with private bath $7,735 per semester
2 bedrooms, 1 bath $6,740 per semester
2 bedrooms. 2 baths $7,265 per semester
4 bedrooms, 2 baths (890-912 sq ft) $6,210 per semester
4 bedrooms, 2 baths (980-1148 sq ft) $6,595 per semester

Learn more about Capstone Apartments here.

Lynn University financial scholarships, including merit, athletic, Conservatory of Music, Watson, or Presidential housing scholarships may not be used for the Capstone. Funding from external programs such as federal and state financial aid may be applied. Contact Student Financial Services for more information.

We are delighted that you are living on-campus with us! We know it's hard to leave your own bed behind, but you'll find all the comforts of home right here at Lynn University. Below are some resources to assist you in your living experience here at Lynn.

Important Forms

  • Concerned about having a roommate or looking for some assistance navigating getting a new roommate? Check out our Rights and Responsibilities of all residential students on-campus and some roommate tips here.
  • Review the 2023 - 2024 Housing Contract by clicking here.
  • Review the Office of Housing and Residence Life policies here. 
  • Not sure what to bring? Check out our packing list here.

Laundry Services and Resources

  • Tired of sorting your lights and darks? Interested in a laundry service? Check out our partner Campus Suds
  • Want to see what laundry facilities are available in live time? Check out our Laundry View app here

Summer Storage Options

eRezLife Resources
The Office of Housing and Residence Life also has resources to assist students on our lynn.erezlife.com page. Please refer to the following forms on the left side of the page after logging into eRezLife. 

  • Proof of Residency Request Form
  • Guest Registration Form
  • Room Move Request Form
  • Roommate Agreement
  • Resident Rights and Responsibilities Agreement 

Excited to be moving off-campus? Let us help you prepare!

  • For a detailed list of some communities in the area - please click here
  • Living off-campus but still want a meal plan? Check out meal plan options here.  

Lynn Bay:  
Are you looking for an off-campus roommate? Do you need to sub-lease a room - but only want to advertise to students? Are you selling furniture? Check out Lynn's community advertising website, Lynn Bay on my.lynn.edu to connect with other Fighting Knights. Click here for directions on how to use it.