Yes for students covered by Emory’s first- and second-year residency requirement; housing is not guaranteed to upperclass or transfer students outside that guarantee.
Is on-campus housing guaranteed for my student?
Emory’s 2026–27 Residential Housing Agreement states that housing is guaranteed for first- and second-year students who are subject to the University’s two-year residency requirement, although a specific room, building, or room type is not guaranteed. Third- and fourth-year housing and transfer housing are offered based on available space.
Are first-year students required to live on campus?
Emory’s 2026–27 housing agreement establishes a two-year residency requirement covering first- and second-year students and students who have completed fewer than four earned fall/spring semesters. Students remain subject to that rule unless Housing approves an exemption.
How many years of on-campus housing are guaranteed?
For the standard Atlanta-campus undergraduate path, Emory’s 2026–27 agreement ties its housing guarantee to the first two years of the residency requirement. The guarantee is for housing generally, not for a chosen building, room type, or roommate.
When should my student apply for housing?
Emory’s 2026–27 first-year guide lists April 1, 2026 at noon as the application opening and June 1, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. as the application and roommate-matching deadline. The exact dates differ for second-year and upperclass processes, so students should use the guide for their class year.
Can my student apply for housing before being admitted?
Emory’s first-year housing guide places the housing application after admission and enrollment steps and directs incoming students to MyHousing. A prospective student who has not yet been admitted cannot complete the normal residence-hall application process.
Does applying early improve the chance of getting a preferred dorm?
Emory’s 2026–27 first-year guide says first-year students cannot select a specific residence hall and that housing assignments are randomized. Completing the application by the published deadline is what matters for the regular first-year process; submitting earlier does not create a priority ranking for a preferred first-year dorm.
What happens if my student does not receive housing or is waiting for space?
Emory guarantees housing to students covered by the first- and second-year residency requirement. Third- and fourth-year students can enter the upperclass housing process but housing is not guaranteed, and transfer housing is offered as space is available. Students awaiting space should keep following MyHousing and Housing Operations instructions rather than assume an assignment is secured.
Does a housing offer guarantee my student's preferred dorm or room type?
Emory’s 2026–27 agreement expressly preserves University discretion over assignments and says the guarantee is for University housing, not a particular facility or accommodation. First-year students also cannot choose a specific building.
Can my student get an exemption from a first-year live-on requirement?
Emory’s 2026–27 housing agreement provides a formal exemption path from the first- and second-year residency requirement. Approval is based on the University’s listed eligibility grounds and supporting documentation; students should keep the on-campus obligation in place until an exemption is approved.
What reasons qualify for a first-year housing exemption?
The 2026–27 Residential Housing Agreement lists specific exemption grounds for students otherwise subject to the first- and second-year residency requirement. These include a permanent residence within 30 miles of the Atlanta campus, a documented medical condition that cannot reasonably be accommodated through Emory’s disability-accommodation process, marriage, and a requirement to live with a dependent.
Sources & editorial context
University housing information is organized from the linked sources, with its original review date shown. Rates, deadlines and availability can change; use the applicable academic year and check the source before committing. CollegeHousing.ai is independent of Emory University.
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