Residential Life & Explorations
Residential Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of housing?
Please check the "Rates and Amenities" tab for rate information.
Can I ship my belongings to the College before my arrival?
Yes. Items can be sent to the College two weeks prior to the fall semester starting to the following address:
Student Name
Student Mail Box Number
1000 Holt Avenue
Winter Park, FL 32789
There should be no other information on the label. Packages can be retrived during move-in at the package pick up area.
What if I have a housing request based on medical, psychological or disability-related needs? The Office of Residential Life & Explorations does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. For more specific information, review the Housing Accommodation Guidelines.
What type of furniture does Rollins College provide?
Rooms are furnished with a dresser, closet or wardrobe, bed, desk and desk chair for each assigned occupant and a trash can for each room. These items cannot be removed from the room.
Who will clean the student rooms?
Before check-in, the Facilities Management Housekeeping Staff will clean each room. After a student moves in, each resident is responsible for keeping their room clean.
Are window blinds provided?
Yes, each window has an installed blinds.
What is the size of a room?
Due to the unique nature of our facilities, we do not have a standard room size. Below, however, is a listing of the typical room size.
Building Type Dimensions
| Elizabeth | Single | 9' x16' | |||||||||||
| Standard Triple | 13' x 17' | ||||||||||||
| Triple | 16' x 17' | ||||||||||||
| Ward | Double | 17' x 12' | |||||||||||
| Single | 8' x 16' | ||||||||||||
| Triple | 11' x 25' | ||||||||||||
| Rex Beach | Double | 15' x 12 | |||||||||||
| Single | 8' x 10' |
Does Rollins offer a moving and storage service?
Yes, Rollins Moving Services. For more information visit the Rollins Moving Services webpage or contact them at movingservices@rollins.edu for more information.
What are the size of the mattresses in the residence halls?
All mattresses, are extra-long twins, measuring 80"x36" (with the exception of the full-size mattresses that are featured in Lakeside Neighborhood).
Where can residents do laundry? What is the cost?
Each residence hall has at least one laundry room. Laundry machines have been provided at no additional cost.
Who is responsible for the residence halls?
The Office of Residential Life & Explorations is responsible for the overall operations of the residence hall system, including housing assignments, programming, hall opening, hall closing, etc. The Office of Facilities Management is responsible for the maintenance and housekeeping for our buildings. The Office of Residential Life & Explorations works closely with the Facilities Services to provide students with a comfortable living-learning environment.
Does the College insure a resident's personal belongings?
No. The College is not liable for damages to or theft/loss of personal property, for the failure or interruption of utilities, or for injury to persons. Students must provide their own personal property insurance or ensure they are covered under their parent's homeowner's insurance policy. The College will not issue refunds for the failure or interruptions of utilities. For your convenience, National Student Services, Inc. is the premier student personal property insurance provider in the United States. To get started, visit the National Student Services website or view the National Student Services brochure.
When do the residence halls open and close?
Please check out the Residential Life calendar.
Are room changes permitted?
Yes, following the first two weeks of each semester room changes are permitted. Residents, however, first must speak with their Resident Assistant about their concerns. Typically the staff member can assist the residents by mediating and helping students communicate with each other. If the problem persists or is deemed irreconcilable by staff, then the student can reach out to the Area Coordinator for that area to start the process. Changes will be approved only if housing vacancies warrant.
What types of safety and security measures are provided in/around the residence halls?
All residence hall exterior doors are locked 24 hours a day. Students are always told to lock their room doors. Room/hallway smoke detectors and building fire alarm systems help to ensure the safety of our residents. Campus Safety routinely patrols campus and common living areas within the residence halls. Campus Safety can be contacted 24 hours a day at 407.646.2999.
What do students do in the event of a hurricane that requires sheltering?
Rollins College does not provide shelter for residential students during hurricanes. All residential students are required to complete a hurricane preparedness plan prior to moving into their residence hall. Please see the Campus Safety website for up-to-date information.
Does Rollins have All-Gender Housing?
Yes, more information about All-Gender Housing can be found in the Guide to Residence Hall Living.
Is there still a residency requirement?
Yes, the Residency Requirement has been reinstated for the 2025-2026 academic year. All full-time College of Liberal Arts students must live on campus for three (3) years or six (6) semesters, unless they meet one of the exemption criteria. More information about the Residency Requirement can be found in the Guide to Residence Hall Living.
Can I still get housing on campus?
Yes, we are committed to providing housing for those who wish to live on campus. If returning students have questions about housing, they can contact RLE at 407.646.2649 or rle@rollins.edu.
I have been approved for a housing exemption. Do I have the option of returning to live on campus?
Students interested in returning to live on campus after being approved for exemption should go through the returning student housing process in subsequent years. Please note: if you choose to return to campus housing after recieveing an exemption, the exemption will be revoked and you will be subject to the residency requirment if you don't meet the exemption criteria.
I'm interested in off-campus housing. What are my options?
Go to the College Pads app in Okta for the latest information on off-campus housing.
I don't know if I can afford to live off-campus; what do I do?
Students should check with Financial Aid to see how their aid can be used living off campus. Contact finaid@rollins.edu or call 407-646-1863 for more information.
What about my financial aid package? Will it change?
Students can check with the Financial Aid office to see how their aid package may change depending on their specific situation and housing choice. Contact finaid@rollins.edu or call 407-646-1863 for more information.
Returning Student Housing Selection FAQs
How do I know if I am able to live on-campus?
After submitting your Returning Student Housing application, the ranking process will be conducted to determine which students will be eligible to live on campus. Students will receive notification that they will or will not be able to live on campus through their Rollins email.
Are ADA accommodations being considered for the Returning Student Housing Selection process?
Yes! Accessibility Services will open the ADA Housing Accommodation Request Form in mid-January. Once a student submits an accommodation request, they will also need to submit the Returning Student Housing Application. An ADA accommodation does not necessarily guarantee a bed on-campus but provides accommodation for a specific room type based on a medical need (ex. private room with community bathroom, etc.).
If I am part of a Residential Organization and want to live in my organization’s assigned hall next year, do I still need to participate in the Returning Student Housing Selection process?
Yes, if you are a student who is a part of an organization with an assigned residence hall on campus and want to live in your hall, you will need to submit the Returning Student Housing application. However, the Residential Organization housing selection process will be a separate process that will be initiated by your organization and will occur before Returning Student Housing Selection.
What are the different rankings for a bed on campus and room type?
There are two different ranking processes.
- The first determines whether you are eligible for a bed on-campus (does not impact where you are placed on campus). If the number of housing requests is equal or less than the number of beds, all students who submitted a housing application will be moved to the room selection stage. If there are more requests than available beds, we will use the following ranking system to determine eligibility (with priority within each academic group given to Alfond Scholars and Diversity Scholars, as these scholarships require on-campus living):
- Sophomores
- Juniors
- Seniors (seniors will be further ranked by application submission date/time)
- All students who are not guaranteed housing will be able to add themselves to a housing waitlist and will be contacted after selection is complete, if there are any remaining beds.
- To ensure that students with higher seniority retain priority for selecting where they live on campus, for room type selection, the priority ranking is:
- Seniors
- Juniors
- Sophomores
- Students who want to live on campus must complete the Housing Application that will be available in early spring. Seniors who apply and are approved for on-campus housing will be the first to select a space on campus.
What room types will be available for selection?
Since matched roommate groups must match the number of beds, it is important to know how many roommates you will need. We foresee having options for groups 5, 4, 2 and 1. We recommend students start trying to find future roommates that fit these group numbers. However, if you do not have any intended roommates, you can participate in the final stage of room selection (General Selection) individually and without needing matched roommates.
If I have less than 4 people in my roommate group, can I still participate in the 4-person Lakeside Housing Selection process?
No. Matched roommate groups can only participate in the room selection process if the total number of students in the group matches the number of beds in the assignment. If you want to participate in the 4-person Lakeside Housing Selection process, you must have four people in your roommate group.
What should I do if my preferred roommate is not guaranteed to live on campus, but I am?
In this scenario you have a couple of options, since living with your preferred roommate is not going to be possible (at least initially). You are welcome to find new preferred roommates who are guaranteed housing since you will be able to match with these students. You are also welcome to submit an exemption request and live off campus with the roommate of your choice. Lastly, you can choose to not participate in selection and add yourself to the housing waitlist alongside your initial preferred roommate. If beds are available, we will reach out to you and your preferred roommate.
I don’t have enough roommates in my matched roommate group. How do I find more roommates?
Residential Life & Explorations will host multiple roommate matching events students can attend to find roommates. Matched roommate groups can only participate in a room selection process if the total number of students in the group matches the number of beds in the assignment.
I am a rising senior, and I am worried about not getting a bed on campus. What do I do?
All students who would like to live on campus should submit a Returning Student Housing Application to determine if they will receive a bed on campus. It is RLE’s goal to house all students who submit a Housing Application. If a student is not guaranteed a bed, they will have the option to submit a request for the housing waitlist.
Does the College guarantee housing for four years?
The College has never had enough beds to guarantee housing for all four years, however, we acknowledge that some students believed that they had that opportunity.
Will there be opportunities to ask questions or learn more?
Yes! Feel free to reach out to us with questions via email rle@rollins.edu or phone at 407-646-2649.
Rates, Amenities & What to Bring
Housing Rates
2024-2025
| Housing Options | Fall Term | Spring Term | Amount Total | ||||||||
| Single Room | $6,365 | $6,365 | $12,730 | ||||||||
| Double Room | $5,115 | $5,115 | $10,230 | ||||||||
| Standard Triple | $3,900 | $3,900 | $7,800 | ||||||||
| Triple | $4,425 | $4,425 | $8,850 | ||||||||
| Sutton 2-Person Apartment Double Room | $5,810 | $5,810 | $11,620 | ||||||||
| Sutton 3-Person Apartment Double Room | $5,390 | $5,390 | $10,780 | ||||||||
| Sutton 3-Person Apartment Single Room | $6640 | $6640 | $13,280 | ||||||||
| Sutton 5-Person Apartment A Triple Room | $4,420 | $4,420 | $8,840 | ||||||||
| Sutton 5-Person Apartment B Double Room | $4,820 | $4,820 | $9,640 | ||||||||
| Lakeside 2-Person Apartment Double Room | $6,000 | $6,000 | $12,000 | ||||||||
| Lakeside 4-Person Apartment Double Room | $6,365 | $6,365 | $12,730 | ||||||||
| Lakeside 4-Person Apartment Single Room | $6,915 | $6,915 | $13,830 | ||||||||
| Lakeside 5-Person Apartment Double Room | $5,500 | $5,500 | $11,000 | ||||||||
| Lakeside 5-Person Apartment Single Room | $6,500 | $6,500 | $13,000 |
Click here for 2023-2024 Housing Rates.
Amenities
- Cooking: Kitchen facilities for limited cooking are available in most residence halls.
- Bed Linens: For added comfort, all mattresses (with the exception of the full-size mattresses that are featured in Lakeside Neighborhood) are "extra-long" twin size (36" x 80").
- Lofts: Most furniture provided in the residence hall rooms is loftable; however, Residential Life staff members are not allowed to loft the furniture for you. Additionally, all furniture will need to remain in the room during the year.
- Lounge Spaces: Lounges are furnished for students and their guests.
- Room Furniture: Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, desk chair, dresser, wardrobe/closet, trash can and recycling bin. Students are responsible for maintaining all room furnishings in check-in condition and all furniture must remain within the room.
- Security: All residence halls are locked 24 hours a day. Students should not prop doors or lend keys/IDs to non-students. Lost or stolen keys and IDs should be reported immediately to the Office of Residential Life. There is a fee to replace keys and IDs.
- Washers and Dryers: For your convenience, laundry machines are provided at no additional cost.
- Wireless Internet: Wireless internet is available in all residence halls at no additional cost.
Below is a list of suggested items to bring for your room on campus. Your actual needs may differ from the list below. Be sure to contact your roommate to arrange who will be what of the larger items in the room.
Furnishings Provided for Each Resident: Extra-long bed, dresser, desk, desk chair, closet or wardrobe, and blinds.
What to Bring
Bed & Bath Items:
- Sheets/pillowcases (Bring extra-long sheets) or full-size (Lakeside Neighborhood only)
- Comforter
- Blanket
- Pillow(s)
- Towels & washcloths
- Shower tote
- Wastebasket
- Toiletries
- Shower shoes
- Bathrobe
- For added comfort, all mattresses (with the exception of single room mattresses in Lakeside Neighborhood) are "extra-long" twin size (36" x 80").
Students living in doubles and triples who want to add some privacy in their rooms can purchase a Campus Canopy for their beds. For more information on Campus Canopies click HERE.
The Basics:
- Backpack
- School supplies
- Drawer organizer
- Bulletin or Dry Erase Board
- Posters
- Hangers
- Copies of prescriptions (medications & glasses)
- Umbrella/raincoat
- Cleaning supplies
- Extra glasses/contacts
- Your personal identification documents (originals required for new hire paperwork if you plan to work on or off campus)
Electronics & Housewares
- Desk lamp
- Fan
- A surge protector (UL approved)
- Flashlight/batteries
- TV
- Computer
- Refrigerator (4.0 cu. ft. or less)
- Microwave (1.0 cu. ft. or less)
- Coffee maker (with automatic shutoff)
- Plates (1 or 2)
- Cup and flatware (1 or 2 sets)
- Iron or Steamer (with automatic shutoff)
- Laundry bag or basket
- Laundry detergent-- HE (high-efficiency) type liquid detergent is specifically formulated for the front load washers.
You can ship belongings to the College, as long as they are timed to arrive no earlier than two weeks prior to the start of the fall semester. Send the items to the following address:
Your Name
Mail Box Number
1000 Holt Ave.
Winter Park, FL 32789
Decorations
Go to Decorations in the Guide to Residence Hall Living for information on apartment, room and window decoration guidlines in the residence halls.
What Not to Bring
Go to Prohibited Items in the Guide to Residence Hall Living to find out what items are not permitted in the residence halls.
Appeal Processes, Policy & Facilities Service Requests
Appeal Processes
Information about RLE Appeal Processes and link to the Appeal Submission form-RLE Appeal Process Descriptions
Policy
Below are links to various resources concerning our policies. Any additional questions can be addressed to the Office of Residential Life.
Guide to Residence Hall Living
Facilities Service Requests
Infomation about Indoor Air Quality-Indoor Air Quality
Maintenance staff members are assigned to each residence hall and are under the direction of Facilities Services. These individuals are a vital part of the residence hall community and perform a variety of daily functions to help maintain a safe, comfortable, functional, living and learning environment for residents.
The maintenance staff is responsible for maintaining/fixing the following:
- Lights/light fixtures
- Plumbing
- AC/heat
- Smoke detectors
- Electrical
- Appliances
- Doors
- Locks
- Windows
- Blinds
To report a maintenance issue, submit a request for service ticket.