Parent Information
Welcome to Iowa State University's Department of Residence! It's our mission to advance your student's success by providing a vibrant living and learning environment. We're here to partner with you as your student travels the path of becoming a graduate of Iowa State University. After all, students are here to live, learn, grow, and get an education. Together, we can make that happen!
Living on Campus
By living on campus, your student will enjoy a built-in network of friends and has staff dedicated to helping him or her succeed.
A community advisor (CA) lives in each residence-hall house and is there if your student has a question about campus, has roommate concerns, needs advice, or just wants someone to listen. Community advisors plan fun and informational activities to bring students in the community together.
Your student is supported by a full-time hall director who lives in each building. These are typically Master's level staff with responsibility for creating a community that contributes to the personal and academic success of our students. They've successfully been through what your student is experiencing and provide an invaluable resource!
Living on campus provides your student with an environment designed to help him or her succeed. Students are near class, friends, and dining options. Encourage your student to take advantage of all the resources living on campus has to offer.
Amenities
All on-campus housing contracts are academically friendly, giving your student the flexibility to move out without penalty if he or she graduates, gets an internship, studies abroad, student teaches, or leaves the university. Nine and 12-month contracts are available. All utilities, including cable and high-speed Ethernet, are included in our rates. Plus, your student won't have the hassles of monthly bills and deposits.
Questions
We encourage you to explore our website and the many different communities and resources available to your student. Please don't hesitate to contact us via phone or email. We're always happy to hear from parents and families and answer any questions you might have.
