Student Affairs

Housing Contract

2013-2014

This contract is made and entered into by and between Missouri Valley College, herein referred to as “MVC” and the named student, herein referred to as “The Student”. MVC and The Student, in consideration of the terms and conditions specified in this contract, agree to abide by and accept this document as a legally binding agreement. The contract is for the entirety of the 2013-2014 academic year, dates as determined by MVC and subject to change. In accepting this contract, The Student agrees: (1) to pay for and reside in MVC housing for the duration of the 2013-2014 academic year or until they withdraw from MVC; (2) to purchase a meal plan from MVC or its designated contractor; (3) to comply with all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as outlined in this document, the 2013-2014 Student Handbook, their matriculated College Catalogue, and local, state, and federal laws. Any violation of this agreement may result in action as outline by the Student Code of Conduct, termination of contract, and/or the immediate eviction of The Student from MVC housing.

Agreement Period
  • 1. This contract is valid for the entirety of the 2013-2014 academic year, dates as determined by MVC and subject to change.
  • 2. For the Fall 2013 semester, housing facilities will open August 16, 2013 (first-year/new students) / August 18, 2013 (returning students) and close December 6, 2013.
  • 3. For the Spring 2014 semester, housing facilities will reopen January 12, 2014 (first-year/new students) / January 13, 2014 (returning students) and close May 9, 2014 (returnign students) / May 10, 2014 (graduates).
  • 4. Housing facilities must be properly closed and vacated during closed (break) periods. The Student may request housing during closed (break) period if s/he cannot leave. The Student is subject to relocaiton and is required to pay a $90.00 per week flat-rate fee.
Cost of Housing
  • Housing facilities are divided into four tiers based on cost. Cost and associated facilities are as follows:
  • Tier 1: $2,050 per semester Alpha Sigma Alpha, Ashford Hall, Blackburn Hall, Blosser Hall, Conway Apartments, George MAck Hall, MacDonald Hall, Men's Honors/Union Hall, Moreland Hall, 602/606/610 E. Morrow Street, 1257/1260/1263/1265/1271 S. Olson Street, 512/516 Rea Street, Roberts Hall, Theta Phi Alpha, Young Hall
    Tier 2: #2,300 per semester Belle/Label Apartments, Redman Apartments, Vail Brown Apartments
    Tier 3: $2,400 per semester Porter Brown Hall
    Tier 4: $2,550 per semester Viking Village
Housing Assignments
  • 1. The Student contracts for a space in a housing facility provided by MVC. The Student understands that a specific building, room, or roommate cannot be guaranteed. MVC will make a reasonable effort to place the Student where and with whom they prefer.
  • 2. The Student will be assigned a room after this document is signed and agreed to, based on a process to be decided by MVC.
  • 3. MVC reserves the right to move or reassign students to different MVC facilities as deemed necessary.
  • 4. MVC reserves the right to consolidate students without roommates into a different MVC facility as deemed necessary.
  • 5. The Student may request a private room in a space designated for more than one person at the cost of $500.00 per semester. Requests will be honored as occupancy levels permit, as determined by MVC.
  • 6. The Student may request a change of assignment at times designated by MVC. MVC reserves the right to deny change of assignment request. If The Student moves without prior approval, The Student is subject to a $500.00 fine and relocation or contract termination.
Check In/Out Process
  • 1. The Student must check-in to their housing assignment at a date, time, and location to be determined by MVC. Specific information will be sent from MVC to The Student via e-mail and/or postal service.
  • 2. MVC will inspect all assignment prior to The Student arriving. The Student is expected to complete a Room Condition Report (RCR) specifying the physical condition of the housing assignment and all MVC-owned furniture. The Student must return the RCR to the Office of Student Affairs within two (2) days of check-in; failure to return the RCR will result in forfeiture of rights to appeal any damage charges. The Student is subject to fines for any damages found upon check-out, based on current repair or replacement and associated labor costs as determined by MVC. When two or more individuals are assigned to a space, cost will be divided equally if the individual responsible cannot be ascertained.
  • 3. The Student must check-out of their housing at a date, time, and location to be determined by MVC. Specific information will be sent form MVC to The Student via e-mail and posted on-campus.
  • 4. All personal property left or abandoned after ten (10) days of check-out or contract termination may be disposed of or donated.
General Terms, Conditions, and Policies
  • 1. The Student is expected to be enrolled in at least 12 academic credit hours per semester and be considered full-time by MVC. Failure to maintain full-time status will result in termination of contract.
  • 2. The Student is responsible for familiarizing themselves with this contract, 2013-2014 Student Handbook, College Catalogue, and local, state, and federal laws. Failure to adhere may result in termination of contract or other action as outline by the Student Code of Conduct.
  • 3. The Student is expected to reasonably maintain cleanliness, safety, and order in his/her housing assignment.
  • 4. MVC is not responsible for damage, loss, repair, or replacement for any personal belongings.
  • 5. The Student agrees not to modify or allow modifications of the permanent structure of the room. This includes painting or making repairs without prior permission from MVC.
  • 6. All MVC provided furniture must remain in the space it was assigned.
  • 7. The Student is responsible for the damages damage to public and/or common areas of the housing assignment structure where they reside if the individual responsible cannot be determined. Fees will be based on current repair or replacement and associated labor costs as determined by MVC.
  • 8. Items prohibited for possession, distribution, and use on-campus and in housing include but are not limited to: alcohol, alcohol paraphernalia, non-prescribed and illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, weapons (guns, knives, etc.), toy/look-alike weapons, indoor/outdoor grills, toasters, hotplates, halogen lamps, space heaters, candles, incense, and pets (excluding fish in 10 gallon tank or smaller).
  • 9. Misuse, tampering, and/or vandalism fire, security, and life-saving systems – including fire alarms, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, cameras – is a serious violation of policy and may result in termination of contract.
  • 10. MVC will conduct Health & Safety inspections at posted times throughout the academic year. The Student is responsible for any violations found.
Residential Authority
  • 1. MVC will make every reasonable effort to respect the privacy of The Student and give prior notice of entry into The Student's housing assignment. MVC reserves the right of entry without notice for such purposes as may be necessary to assure compliance with this contract, MVC policies, and federal, state, and local laws; if staff believe a contract, policy, or law is being violated; to verify occupancy; to maintain the premises; to respond to emergencies. Entry may also constitute search, of room and belongings, if contract, policy, or law is believed to be or have been violated.
Termination of Contract
  • 1. The Student may terminate this contract, without penalty, if done so prior to August 1, 2013 (for Fall 2013 semester) or December 20, 2013 (for Spring 2014 semester). To terminate the contract, The Student must submit the Change of Residency Request via the internet or send a certified letter to the Office of Student Affairs. Failure to properly terminate may result in an $850.00 fee.
  • 2. Students who withdraw from MVC, those removed from housing as a result of conduct related matters, and/or failure to adhere to academic standards are responsible for the entire cost of housing.
  • 3. MVC reserves the right to terminate the contract with no refund if The Student fails to comply with all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as outlined in this document, the 2013-2014 Student Handbook, their matriculated College Catalogue, or local, state, or federal law.

Student Information

First Name:
Middle Initial:
Last Name:
Email:
Gender: Male        Female
Student ID:
Date of Birth: Month
Day
 Year
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
Emergency Contact #1:
   Phone Number:
Emergency Contact #2:
   Phone Number:
I am a:
Semester of Desired Entrance:

Perference Information

I am:
I am a:
(Please note that all residential facilities are non-smoking.)
 
I like to study:

In my room
In the library/elsewhere
 
I like to study in the:

Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Late Night
 
I like to go to sleep:

 

Please list the campus activities that you intend to participate: (athletic teams, academic clubs, social organizations, etc.)
 
Do you need special housing accommodations as defined by
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?		 Yes        No
 
Residence Hall Preferences:
 
Roommate Preferences:
a: b: c:

Agreement

I, The Student, have read, understood, and agreed to all provisions, terms, and conditions of this contract.
Signature:
Date: