Commons Frequently Asked Questions
1) How soon can I apply for housing?
Once you have been accepted as a student to the university, you will receive an acceptance packet that will also include a Student Housing Application. Complete the application and submit it to the Student Housing Office with a $30 non-refundable application fee. Applications are not processed until the fee is received. You may also complete and submit the application and $30 non-refundable fee online.
2) What are the qualifications for living in Student Housing?
An individual residing in Student Housing must be classified as a full-time, resident student taking classes on campus (as opposed to online). During the academic calendar year, the student must be enrolled in two semesters out of three.
3) Are utilities included?
Yes. Cable television, wireless Internet, electricity, water, trash and sewage are included in the monthly rental fees.
4) Are families with children eligible for Student Housing?
Regent Commons is for single students and married students without children. Students with children may apply for housing in Regent Village.
5) How far are the Student Housing complexes from the campus?
Regent Commons is located on campus.
6) Are there groceries and shopping near by?
Several shopping centers near campus are easily accessible by automobile, public transportation and/or walking.
7) Does the university have storage areas available?
No. Currently the university does not have storage units available. However, several independent storage facilities are located in the immediate area (American Classic: 757.420.7676).
8) Can I store my boat in the parking lot?
The parking lot is for motor vehicles only, which includes automobiles, motorcycles and pick-up trucks. You may not park boats, trailers of any kind, mobile homes, campers, buses or trucks larger than three-quarter ton without prior consent of the Student Housing Management Office.
Inoperable vehicles or vehicles with expired registrations are not allowed to be parked on the property. Conducting major vehicle repairs in the parking lot is prohibited. Do not leave cars on jacks unattended.
As a courtesy to our residents in wheelchairs, we ask that you do not park your vehicle in a manner that would result in it protruding over the sidewalk.
9) What appliances are included in the apartment?
Each apartment has a refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher and garbage disposal.
10) How long is the lease? Is there a minimum or maximum time that I can rent?
Student Housing leases exist on a semester-to-semester basis. Your lease automatically extends to the next semester if you do not submit a notice to vacate by the appropriate date. Lease ending dates are May 31, July 31 and December 31. Students are required to vacate Student Housing during the lease period in which they graduate (graduating students are still required to submit a notice to vacate).
11) Are pets allowed?
Pets are not allowed in student apartments or anywhere on the residential area premises. This includes guests staying in your apartment. Please advise visitors to make other arrangements for their pets before visiting Student Housing. Fresh water aquariums are permitted, but limited to 5 gallons in size.
12) How many vehicles am I allowed to park in the complex?
Students who have a spouse residing with them are allowed to park two vehicles, and single students are allowed to park one vehicle in the complex.
13) Do the apartments utilize a security service?
Security is provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by Campus Security (in-house staff).
14) If I am visiting the area, can I tour a model?
The Student Housing Management Office is an example of an apartment. In addition, we do have floor plans you may view on our website. Due to the demand for student housing, we do not have a model apartment available.
15) Do the apartments offer Internet access?
Yes. Wireless Internet access is included in the monthly rental fee.
16) What about cable TV?
Yes. The expanded package is included in the monthly fees. Additional services may be purchased from Cox Communications 
by the student.
17) Are new students guaranteed housing?
No. On-campus housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and there is a limited amount of apartment units.
18) How will the Student Housing Office staff communicate with me?
We prefer to communicate with prospective students by e-mail, but please inform us if another method of communication would be more appropriate for you.
19) When will I find out if I am assigned an apartment?
Most housing assignments are finalized for the fall semester by July 1, the spring semester by December 1, and the summer semester by May 1. Please feel free to contact us if you have not received an assignment by the dates indicated. We do receive cancellations periodically.
20) Are special accommodations available for individuals with disabilities?
Yes. Students with disabilities should register with the Student Life Office (757.352.4486). Please inform the Student Housing Office if you require any special accommodations.
21) Can I bring my own furniture?
No. Regent Commons is fully furnished. Additional furniture is not permitted.
22) Is there a swimming pool?
No. We do not have a swimming pool in Student Housing, but two pools are available on campus at The Founders Inn & Spa (owned by the university). Students are permitted to use these pools for a small fee.
23) Do I have to move out during the summer semester?
No. As long as you have maintained full-time enrollment for the preceding fall and spring semesters, you are not required to take courses in the summer to retain your lease.
24) Can we have overnight guests?
Yes. However, any guest staying for more than three nights must register with the Student Housing Office. Also, if a guest is parking a vehicle in the Student Housing parking lot for more than one night, he or she must obtain a Student Housing Parking Permit from the Student Housing Office.
25) Can my student loans pay for my student housing charges?
Yes, but this depends upon your financial aid. You should discuss this further with your financial aid counselor.
26) Where can I pay my application fee and security deposit?
You may pay your application fee and security deposit on campus at the Business Office (Administration Building, Room 134), or you may pay online with a credit card.
27) Where can I pay my rent?
You may pay your rent on campus at the Business Office (Administration Building, Room 134), or you may pay online with a credit card through Genisys (login to the MyRegent portal and click the Genisys logo).
28) Is there a place for my bike?
Yes. We have bicycle racks at various locations within the Commons.
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