Once you have been accepted to Case Western Reserve University you will gain access to the University Roadmap (in May through your CWRU email). Students will have the opportunity to choose their exact room through our online assignment system through the Roadmap once they apply. This process begins at 9 PM EST on May 26, 2022. After the selection deadline, we will be completing assignments manually.
Case Western Reserve University has a two-year residency requirement. All first- and second-year unmarried undergraduate students who do not live at a parent's permanent residence within 40 miles of campus must live on-campus and participate in the University board plan. If you are eligible to commute, you can indicate this on the housing checklist of the roadmap.
International Students
We recognize that the pandemic continues to create challenges for you, including your ability to secure visas. While your visa status may not be known at this time, you already are a valued member of our community--we very much hope to see you in person in August. For that reason, we ask that you continue the process of completing your housing application so we are fully prepared for your presence on campus in the fall. You will not be responsible for any housing-related financial penalty or fees should you be unable to travel to the U.S. due to visa issues.
First-Year Gender Inclusive Housing
Medical Accommodations
Checklist Information
Verification of Permanent Address
After your permanent address is entered online, our database will automatically verify whether you can commute from your parent's home (within 40 miles of campus). If so, you can designate your status as commuting from home.
Photo ID
You must submit a photo ID and have it accepted by the university in order to complete your housing application.
Lifestyle Indicators
This list of five questions about your lifestyle will help you choose a room with someone who closely matches your lifestyle indicators.
Vaccination Status Statement
Ohio Revised Code section 1713.55 requires that every student submit a statement on his/her vaccination status for meningitis and hepatitis B before they can live on campus. The form must be submitted online before you can continue working on the housing application.
Housing Application
This is the official application that indicates that you will be living on campus. On this application, you will choose your meal plan option, and agree to the terms and conditions of the Residence Hall Agreement.
Roommate Preference/Request
You can search for a roommate using our online roommate matching program, My College Roomie. You will receive access to My College Roomie on the new student checklist after you complete your housing application.
If you find a specific person to live with, you and your roommate must request each other and approve the request through the housing checklist of the Roadmap. This is considered a mutual request. A mutual request is absolutely necessary in order to select a room with your chosen roommate. Both you and your roommate must request each other before you choose a room online. It is not necessary to choose a roommate in order to choose a room online.