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Eastern Illinois University

EIU Department of Housing

UNIVERSITY COURT

Off-Campus Feel, On-Campus Convenience


University Court consists of apartments that combine the benefits of on-campus housing with the comforts of apartment living. You will get the experience of managing your own apartment and renting in a safe environment. Located minutes away from the center of campus, you will still have a short walking distance to and from classes. 

ELIGIBILITY

How to Sign A Contract for U-Court

1. Check out the qualifications to live in University Court above & find your roommates

2. Fill out this form to get put on the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Interest List. Once you fill out this form, staff will confirm your eligibility and reach out to you to schedule a tour.

3. Pay the $50 Application Fee in person with the Complex Director after confirming which unit you plan to sign for

If you are returning to University Court, you may skip this step

4. Schedule your appointment to tour and/or sign your contract. Both tours & contract signings are done in person. ALL roommates must be present at the same time for the contract signing.

Fall 2024 Contracting will occur in this order (below are the dates that you will be able to start touring & signing your contract):

        • Returning Residents
          • Same Apartment | Now through January 26th
          • Different Apartment | January 29th through February 2nd
        • New Residents
          • Seniors (min. 90 credits) |  February 5th through February 9th
          • Juniors (min. 60 credits) | February 12th through February 16th
          • Sophomores (min. 30 credits) |  February 19th through February 23rd

5. Fall 2024/Spring 2025 Assignment Letters will be sent over the summer

6. Wait for Move-In Day

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Move In Information

Move-In Dates and Times: 

On-campus students can move in starting Friday, January 5 at 9 a.m.

All students must pre-register for a move-in date and time.  View the Move-In Page for specific instructions on how to register and other general move-in information including what to bring.

On your arrival date, each resident should report to the dark brown office building located in the center of the parking lot. At check-in, residents will receive their keys.  A picture ID is required to do so this includes a Panther card, driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. 

Electricity 

The University does not provide electricity. Please contact Ameren at (800) 755-5000 to initiate service. Ameren will ask for the following: 

1) your address  

2) your Social Security number  

3) your state id number or Driver's License number.  

Residents are responsible for notification for disconnection of electricity prior to the time of checkout. 

Quick Facts

 
Location: South of Andrews Hall on the corner of 9th and Roosevelt
Type: 11 building three-story apartment complex
Apartment Layouts
A/C:

Yes

Pets:

Pets are not allowed except for fish. Service Animals or Emotional Support Animals must be pre-approved and cannot stay in your apartment until approval is granted through the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations.

Furnishing:
  • Desk and chair
  • Couch
  • Lounge chair
  • Two end tables
  • Two lamps
  • Nightstand (one per bedroom)
  • Dresser (one per roommate)
  • Mattress and metal bed frame
  • Electric stove with oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Sink
  • Dining table
  • Four dining chairs
  • Ample closet space
Utilities:

INCLUDES: High-speed internet, on-demand movie streaming service, sewer service, water allowance of $50, and trash removal.

DOES NOT INCLUDE: Long distance phone calls and electricity from Ameren. All residents of the apartment share equal responsibility for the electric bill and any water overages that may occur. No resident can move in until Ameren has been started.

Services/Amenities: 

24/7 assistance including lock-outs, vacuum equipment rentals, roommate mediations, and an On-Site Pool (Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day)

Optional Meal Plan or Dining Dollars are offered through dining services and are available to get at the Dining Dollar Desk in the Housing office. 

Break Periods:

Break Housing Offered

Staff:

Elian MackeyAssociate Resident Director
Isaiah Adegoke, Associate Resident Director
Gary UtegComplex Director

Office Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Service Assistant Application

Contact Information:

217-581-8000

univcourt@eiu.edu

After Hours Emergency Phone Number:

217-549-9065

Mailing Address:

Map of University Court

Resident's Name
Apartment # (Building Name)
Charleston, IL 61920

Parking: Several lots are adjacent to the apartment buildings. A parking permit is required. Permits can be purchased from the University Police Department on campus.
Summer Housing:  Summer Housing Offered
Social Media: facebook.com/EIUUniversityCourt/

 

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2023-2024 RATES

2 bedroom, 1 bath, no balcony (ground floor)Offered in Ringenberg, Gabbard, Elliott, Hampton, Cooper, Saunders & Giffin

CONTRACT TOTAL

$5,592 Each for 2 people

$3,728 Each for 3 people 

FALL SEMESTER

$2,796

$1,864

SPRING SEMESTER

$2,796

$1,864

2 bedroom, 1 bath, balconyOffered in Ringenberg, Gabbard, Elliott, Hampton, Cooper, Saunders & Giffin

CONTRACT TOTAL

$5,930 Each for 2 people

$3,954 Each for 3 people

FALL SEMESTER

$2,965

$1,977

SPRING SEMESTER

$2,965

$1,977

2 bedroom, 1½ bath, no balconyOffered in Bloomfield, Yorkshire, and Lancaster

CONTRACT TOTAL

$6,018 Each for 2 people

$4,012 Each for 3 people

$3,009 Each for 4 people

FALL SEMESTER

$3,009

$2,006

$1,504.50

SPRING SEMESTER

$3,009

$2,006

$1,504.50

2 bedroom, 1½ bath, balconyOffered in Bloomfield, Yorkshire, and Lancaster

CONTRACT TOTAL

$6,232 Each for 2 people

$4,154  Each for 3 people

$3,116 Each for 4 people

FALL SEMESTER

$3,116

$2,077

$1,558

SPRING SEMESTER

$3,116

$2,077

$1,558

Cost Comparison Worksheet

 

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CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT

Housing & Dining Services

217-581-5111
housing@eiu.edu