Everything you need to know about our residential community can be found here. However, if you have a specific question regarding your student’s housing plans, contact us. We’re here to help.

Important Dates and Deadlines

For a complete list of student holidays and final exam schedules, visit our academic calendar.

Key Dates

Returning Student Housing Lottery February-March each spring
May X and Summer Housing Application Opens: January 31; Due: April 3
Spring Housing Closes
May 5th by 5pm (non-graduating), May 10th by Noon (graduating students)
May X to Summer Housing Transitions Students assigned to May X and Summer 1 housing will transition directly to their summer space on their assigned weekend.
May X Housing Closes June 4th by 10am (only applies to students not assigned to Summer 1 Housing)

Spring 2026

  • Returning students will participate in the Housing Lottery to select a space for 2026-2027. See more details below.
  • May X and Summer Housing Applications close April 3, 2026
    • Assignments will be released prior to spring semester final exams.
  • Housing remains open during Spring Break and Spring Recess at no additional cost.
  • Students will receive a checklist from their RA to complete prior to checking out of their space for the spring semester.
  • Students will need to complete their check-out 24 hours following their last final exam or by May 5th by 5pm (non-graduating), May 10th by Noon (graduating students).
    • Students who are assigned to the same housing assignment for May X housing will not need to move out at the conclusion of the spring semester.

May X & Summer 2026

  • May X and Summer housing is offered for full terms as noted on the University Calendar. Students who need housing will need to select each term needed during the application process.
    • Housing is not offered weekly or daily. Please keep this in mind when reviewing internship or research terms and dates.
  • May X and Summer Housing Applications will open January 31
  • Generally, students will remain in their spring housing assignment for May X Housing. They will not need to move out at the conclusion of the spring semester.
  • May X residents who are also assigned to Summer 1 housing will receive a transition date, if needed. Most students will receive a new assignment, and they will be required to move on their assigned weekend. They will not need to move out on May X closing unless they are not assigned to Summer 1 housing.
  • Students assigned to Summer 2 housing will receive a transition date to their fall housing assignment, if applicable. They will not need to fully vacate their space on the Summer 2 closing date unless they are not assigned to housing for Fall 2026.

Does your student have a maintenance need?

The most efficient way for students to receive assistance is by submitting a maintenance request.

Housing Lottery

Furman has a four-year residency requirement, but there are situations where students may seek off-campus housing or living arrangements.

Changing Room Assignments

If your student is interested in seeking a new room assignment or roommate, your student may submit a request to our office.

Study Away Options

If your student is planning to study away for a full semester, your student has several options to consider when it comes to obtaining a room assignment for the semester they're going to be at Furman.

Frequently Asked Questions

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