Housing FAQ for Spring 2022
Kean University is excited to welcome back our residential students in Fall 2021. Please see below for answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about living on campus in the Fall.
Helpful Documents
COVID-19 Policies and Procedures
Is housing available for the Fall 2021 semester?
Yes, Kean will be reopening the residence halls at 100% capacity for the 2021-2022 academic year. Two students will be assigned to each double-occupancy bedroom and four students will be assigned per suite, unless otherwise noted.
Will guests be allowed in the residence halls?
Students are permitted to invite outside guests such as commuter students, or family & friends to visit them on campus. All non-residential students - commuter students, family, and friends - are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination at the time of arrival to the front security desk, in addition to a valid state ID. If a guest is not fully vaccinated the resident host must submit a guest registration form along with a negative PCR test at least 24 hours prior to their arrival on campus. Without prior approval, guests will not be permitted into the residence halls.
Beginning in Spring 2022, residents will also be permitted to host visitors overnight. Each student is allowed a maximum of 10 overnight guests per semester, and all overnight visitors must be approved by all suitemates. Overnight guest forms can be found in your building's community center.
Each resident can have two (2) guest at one time which can include another Kean resident or non-resident/commuter or non-Kean affiliated guest.
What measures is Residential Student Services taking to keep students safe?
All residential students and students attending in-person classes are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order to be on campus. Students with religious and medical exemptions must submit documentation for approval to Student Health Services, and must submit to weekly COVID-19 testing.
Effective September 1, the University will require all students, regardless of vaccination status, to wear masks inside all Kean buildings and classrooms. The only exceptions are when an individual is in a private space, such as a residence hall room or office, or when eating or drinking.
Additionally, hand sanitizer will be provided in each building and throughout campus. There will be enhanced cleaning and deep disinfection of all common areas. Testing is available through Student Health Services for students experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, and Bartlett Hall will be utilized as isolation housing for residents as needed.
Room Assignments
Can I request a roommate and/or suitemates?
Yes! Through your housing portal and on your housing application you can request a specific roommate and suitemates. You must mutually request each other and accept the invitation through your housing portal.
Can I request a single-occupancy room?
Most of our suites consist of two double-occupancy bedrooms (four students per suite with two assigned to each bedroom). Students have the ability to request a single-occupancy room, but requests are not guaranteed to be fulfilled, and students with approved medical accommodations will be prioritized. Additionally, all rooms are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students with medical accommodations are given priority access to single-occupancy bedrooms. If you think you may qualify, please work with the Office of Accessibility Services to determine if you are eligible.
During Room Change Days, students have the option to switch into a single-occupancy room if available.
How will I be notified of my housing assignment and suitemates?
Students who have been assigned housing will receive an automatic email notification once they have been assigned to a building and suite. You can view your roommate and suitemates through your housing portal.
To find your housing assignment and suitemate information, please log into the housing portal at https:///kean.rms-inc.com/page/Keanrss and follow these steps.
- Select ‘Manage Assignments and Changes’.
- Click ‘Select’ under ‘My Assignment’.
- Put in 1/17/2022 as the 'Select a Date' field.
- Click ‘Preview’.
Why was I not assigned to my preferred residence hall or suite?
The Office of Residential Student Services does its best to accommodate all building preferences and roommate requests. Housing assignments are made on a first-come-first basis in correlation with the time of the application and application fee submission. By completing and submitting your housing application and application fee, you certify your understanding that your preferences may not be met and understand that you may be placed in a different hall pending availability.
I am unable to accept or view an invitation to join a housing group. Why?
Please ensure that you and your roommate(s) responses to the gender-inclusive housing question correspond (Yes or No). We also recommend that your residence hall and living-learning community preferences match to alleviate the potential for system error. If you are still experiencing difficulties, please contact the Office of Residential Student Services.
General Information
Are housing scholarships available?
The Office of Residential Student Services does not provide scholarships for housing at this time. Students are encouraged to apply for Foundation Scholarships and other external scholarships to help subsidize tuition and housing costs.
Exclusively for Fall 2021: President Repollet approved a $600 Housing Grant for ALL students who choose to live on campus AND applied for housing by July 15, 2021. The $600 grant will be applied to your student account following the Add/Drop period.
Out of state students are eligible for an out-of-state housing scholarship. Contact the Office of Admissions and Scholarship Services for more information.
Additional scholarship information and tips to help subsidize your cost of attendance can be found on the Scholarship Services website.
How much will housing cost for the 2021-2022 academic year?
The following are the housing rates by building:
- Cougar Hall: $6,230.21/semester
- Freshman Residence Hall: $6,071/semester
- Upperclassmen Residence Hall: $6,348/semester
- Quad Buildings (Burch, Sozio): $5,352/semester
Graduate Housing: $6,422/semester
Do I have to pay for laundry?
Laundry costs are included in your room and board costs. Our coinless washers and dryers are located on the first floor of each residence hall. Just bring your detergent or pods and dryer sheets!
Can I have a car on campus?
First-year students are NOT PERMITTED to have their vehicles on campus unless they are approved by the Office of Residential Student Services. To request an exception please submit a parking permit request letter to the Office of Residential Student Services. If you have a job off-campus, please make sure you include a letter from your employer confirming employment.
All vehicles must be registered with the Parking Office via the website https://www.kean.edu/parking.
Is there a minimum GPA required to live on campus?
Students must be in good academic standing to live in the residence halls. Students with a cumulative GPA lower than 2.0 are subject to forfeit housing.
What health information does the University need from students who wish to reside on campus?
All students who wish to live on campus must submit proof of health insurance as well as the following vaccines:
- Proof of full-vaccination against COVID-19
- 2 MMR vaccines
- 3 hepatitis B vaccines
- the Meningitis (ACYW) vaccine
The university highly encourages students to get the flu shot prior to the academic year. If you have questions, please contact Health Services directly and check your Student Health Services portal for the most up-to-date information.
Move-In Information
When can students move in?
- New Freshman and New Transfer Students:
- Thursday, August 26th
- Last Names: A-M 10 am to 1 pm
- Last Names: N-Z 1 pm to 4 pm
- Friday, August 27th
- Last Names: N-Z 10 am to 1 pm
- Last Names: A-M 1 pm to 4 pm
- Saturday, August 28th
- Last Names: A-M 10 am to 1 pm
- Last Names: N-Z 1 pm to 4 pm
- Thursday, August 26th
- Returning students - Upperclassmen and Graduate Students:
- Sunday, August 29th
- Last Names: A-M 10 am to 1 pm
- Last Names: N-Z 1 pm to 4 pm
- Monday, August 30th
- Last Names N-Z: 10 am to 1 pm
- Last Names A-M: 1 pm to 4 pm
- Sunday, August 29th
NEW for 2021: We will be hosting RSS Orientation during Fall Move-In Days! Expect to take part in engaging and interactive activities to get to know your residents and community!
How will the move-in process work?
This Fall, Students will be moving into the residence halls by class year and last name. All students should check-in at the Vaughn-Eames parking lot and arrive through the Green Lane entrance. Students should check-in at the corresponding gate
You will have two hours to move your belongings into your room and are permitted to bring two guests to campus to assist you. All individuals MUST bring a valid picture ID and wear face coverings to protect themselves and the campus community. A limited number of bins will be provided to assist you in transporting your belongings.
Can students move-in if they have an outstanding financial balance?
All students must be current with the financial responsibilities in order to live on campus.
What should I bring to campus?
Before Fall 2021 Move-In Days, the Office of Residential Student Services will send a recommended list of items that students should bring to campus, including personal items, storage and decor. We will also be providing a list of prohibited items.