2026 Summer Housing Agreement

2. Housing Eligibility

The student resident (“Student”) must be enrolled in Western Washington University (“University”), must be 17 years or older at the time of application and must meet one of the following criteria:

• Are registered for at least1 summer credit at WWU or another local college (WWU login required to apply)
• Are doing an internship or field work for WWU
• Enrolled as a WWU student for Fall 2026
• Employed over the summer with Western Washington University, or by University Residences or Dining Services

Residents who wish to stay All Summer must meet these additional requirements:

• Confirmed 2026-2027 on-campus housing
• Available for mandatory move dates 

4. Intersession Housing

Intersession housing is charged and provided to students who are a current resident on campus (Spring 2026).

A. Intersession housing includes June 13-20, 2026.  

B. A student may opt out of intersession housing by notifying University Residences.  

C. If the Student cancels their summer housing, they are no longer eligible for intersession housing.  

D. The student is required to move either to their summer assignment or a temporary intersession location at a specific date/time. If the student is not available during this time, their belongings will be boxed and stored, and their room rekeyed at their expense.   

6. All-Summer Occupancy

The Student is eligible for all-summer occupancy only if they have secured on campus housing for the 2026-2027 academic year.  

A. All-summer occupancy includes the nine-week contract term plus the intersession period of August 21, 2026 through September 17, 2026.  

B. If the Student cancels their housing for 2026-2027, their summer contract term will be shortened to nine weeks, and a contract breakage fee may apply.  

C. After the nine-week academic session ends, students contracted for all-summer occupancy are required to move to transitional housing or their fall assignment when and as instructed. Failure to complete the required move(s) as instructed may result in packing/storage, rekey and other related fees.   

8. Cancellation Before Occupancy

This Agreement may be cancelled in writing prior to occupancy, resulting in forfeiture of the $250 housing prepayment, with the exception that if cancellation is received on or before June 1 the entire $250 housing prepayment will be refunded.

10. Charges and Payments

Quarterly charges for housing and residential meal plans are billed to the Student account before the start of the quarter, and the account balance is due on the first day of classes unless otherwise specified. Charges are based upon the published rate for the type of room and meal plan. There are no billing pro-rates the last eight days of each quarter.

A. Late fee: A late fee consistent with the WWU Late Fee Policy will be assessed to balances past due.  

B. Interest Charge: A monthly interest charge consistent with the WWU Interest Charge Policy will be assessed to balances past due.    

C. Scholarships, Loans and Grants: Payments made from scholarships, loans, and grants are due upon receipt of those funds. The Student is responsible for timely payment of any balance not covered.

D. Debt Collection: The Student agrees to pay reasonable expenses of collection of any outstanding debt, including collection agency and attorney’s fees. Students give authorization to contact all available resources to obtain information about current address, employment status, and other creditors, or any other data that will assist in the collection of a defaulted account.

E. Rate Changes: Rates are subject to change by no more than five percent for emergency purposes as authorized by the Board of Trustees of Western Washington University. 

12. Vacancies

If a vacancy occurs in a double or triple room, the remaining Stu­dent may be consolidated into a room with another resident; or must keep the room ready for inspection, occupancy and be willing to accept a new roommate at any time during the remainder of the quarter. The University will try to give 24-hours advance notice of a new roommate assignment, but advance notice may not always be possible. If the Student refuses to accept a roommate, the Student may be reassigned, may be charged the su­per-single or super-double rate from the date the vacancy occurred, and/or may be subject to disciplinary action. Pending space availability, the remaining Student may have the option to transfer to another room, or upgrade to a super-single or super-double for the remainder of the academic year.

14. Transfers or Subleases 

The Student may not transfer or sublet any room or meal plan covered by this Agreement.

16. Termination of Occupancy 

Termination of occupancy occurs when the Student completes the process for properly checking out of housing. Proper checkout procedure is outlined in the University Residences Policies and Procedures. Termination shall not relieve the Student of their liabilities and obligations. The Student is financially responsible for the housing and meal plan charges up through the date of termination, including any contract breakage fee, checkout penalties, and charges incurred after termination. Reasons for termination include:

A. Student Choice: Regardless of age or class standing, the Student is not required by the University to reside on campus; therefore, the Student may terminate their occupancy at any time for any reason. The Student will be held liable for any liquidated damages – Section 18: Contract Breakage Fee.  

B. Termination of Student Status: In the event of school withdrawal or expulsion, the Student must vacate their room within 24 hours, or an get approved extension.  

C. Eviction: Following  at least 10 days’ notice of intent by the University, occupancy may be terminated by the University in the event the Student is in default of payment for more than 10 days, except where there is a written agreement to extend the period; or the Student breaches, violates, fails to perform, or is in default of this Agreement. 

18. Contract Breakage Fee

In the event of termination the Student shall be liable for liquidated damages:  

A. Residence Halls: $5.49 per day for the remainder of the term of the Agreement.

B. Apartments: $2.79 per day for the remainder of the term of the Agreement.

C. Without Penalty: the Student may be released without penalty for withdrawal from the University, participation in study abroad/internship program, or approved appeal. 

20. Financial Appeals 

The Student may appeal decisions or actions based upon this Agreement to University Residences. Appeals must be submitted by the student online within 30 days of the action under appeal. Until an appeal is granted, the charge in question is subject to all applicable fees and registration holds. 

22. Reasonable Accommodation

The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. University Residences works in partnership with Disability Access Center (DAC) to provide students access to all levels of the residential experience. Students requiring a special housing assignment due to a disability or other condition must request reasonable accommodation through DAC, provide all necessary documentation, complete a needs assessment, and meet all deadlines. 

24. Waiver of Breaches and Cumulative Remedies

The failure of the University to exercise any right or remedy available as a result of the Student’s breach of any of the terms, covenants or conditions of this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver by the University of any such right or remedy. No terms or conditions of this Agreement required to be performed by the Student and no breach thereof shall be waived, altered or modified except by an express, written instrument executed by the University. The receipt of rent by the University with the knowledge of the breach of any terms, covenants or conditions of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of such breach. Remedies of the University under the terms of this Agreement are cumulative and are not exclusive of any other remedies or redress which may be utilized in case of any breach or threatened breach by the Student.