Can You Pick Your Dorm at NC State?

Yes, to an extent, and the process for selecting your on-campus housing at NC State varies significantly depending on whether you are a current or a new student.

Housing Selection for Current Students

Current students at NC State have a structured process that allows them to select their on-campus housing. If you are a current student planning to live in campus housing for the upcoming academic year, you are required to complete a Room Selection Application by a specified deadline. This application process gives you the opportunity to actively choose your room and residence hall.

• Room Selection Application: This is the primary method for current students to secure their on-campus housing.
• Choice and Flexibility: The Room Selection Application allows for a degree of choice in selecting specific rooms or beds within available dorms.
• Living and Learning Villages: This selection process also includes options for participation in various Living and Learning Villages, which offer unique academic and social communities.
• Deadlines: It is crucial for current students to be aware of and adhere to the application deadlines to ensure eligibility for room selection.

Housing for New Students (Freshmen)

For new students, particularly incoming freshmen, the housing assignment process at NC State typically differs from the direct room selection available to current students. While new students usually get to indicate preferences for dorm types, communities, or roommates, they are generally assigned housing based on these preferences and availability, rather than picking a specific room number themselves.

Overview of Housing Selection Processes

To summarize the differences in housing selection based on student status:

For detailed information on current housing policies and application processes, including specific deadlines and procedures, it is always best to refer directly to the official NC State University Housing website: NC State University Housing.