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NEW APARTMENT

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New 12 month apartment rate for only $500 per month.

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Why drive when school can be a few steps away?

With the new housing rate of $500 per month for 12 months. You'll receive a 4-bedroom apartment designed with students in mind it comes fully furnished, has a full kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, and private bedroom

This yearly rate gives you the opportunity to not worry about the hassle of moving out and gives you the chance to enroll for the summer with no worries.

Don't miss out; applications are already being accepted as of February 1, 2021.

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12 month Contract

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How can I pay for my apartment?

The new affordable rate can be paid with scholarships, grants, or loans. Plus, there are no extra installments or hidden fees, and you can either pay monthly or in full.

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Can I switch facilities from Brownsville to Edinburg on a 12-month contract?
It may be available upon request on a case-by-case basis depending on if we have open bedrooms available. There are building transfer fees and cleaning fees we my assess if request is approved. Please contact your Housing Coordinator for further information.
What are the requirements to live in Casa Bella Apartments?
The Casa Bella Apartments in Brownsville, it is open to all classifications.
Does my roommate need to be on a 12-month contract?

Your roommate does not need to be on a 12-month contract, but our consolidation policies may apply during the summer.

For example, if all your roommates in your apartment move out during the summer, and you are alone in a 4-bedroom apartment, we may transfer you to another apartment with other residents, per our consolidation policies.

What if my roommate is on a 9-month contract and I am on a 12-month contract?

Your roommate can be on a 9-month contract, but our consolidation policies may apply during the summer.

For example, if all your roommates in your apartment move out during the summer, and you are alone in a 4-bedroom apartment, we may transfer you to another apartment with other residents, per our consolidation policies.

Do I need to have a meal plan if I am on a 12-month contract?
Our meal plan minimum requirements would apply, and the minimum amount of dining dollars would need to be purchased.
If I sign up for a 12-month contract can I change back to a 9-month contract or vice versa?
Yes, you have up until Census Day in the fall semester to make that change. Census Day is the 12-class day of the fall semester.
What is the start date and end date of the 12-month contract?
The start date is August 21, 2021 and ends on August 18, 2022.
Can I move in early before the start of the 12-month contract period?

It depends on our availability, and through special request and with approval of the Housing Coordinator, you may be able to move in early.

We would assess additional daily prorated fees based on the number of days you moved in before the start date of the contract.

Is there a payment plan for the 12-month contract?

Yes, we would charge you $500 per month based on a payment schedule we set up.

The first payment would be due on September 1 and the last payment would be due on August 1.

Are there criteria to reside at the apartments I must meet?

The Village Apartments has a priority room assignment based on classification if you have an existing contract and availability.

The Casa Bella Apartments does not have any criteria either than being a UTRGV student.

Do I get priority to live at the apartments if I sign up 12 months contract?
During our room assignment process we will prioritize students based on 12-month contracts and the date when they apply, in addition to other established criteria per our room assignment process.
What if I am not enrolled for course during the summer?

If you were a student in good standing the previous spring semester, you qualify to live on campus.

This may affect your ability to access financial aid through UTRGV since you would be required to be enrolled during summer semesters to access financial aid.

Please contact financial aid for more information.

What if I am not a full-time student?

This may affect your status to live on campus and your ability to access financial aid.

Please reach out to a housing representative to go over details.

Does the 12-month payment plan follow the same dates for the 9 months?

It does not, they are different payment plan dates and amounts.

Please review the payment plan schedule or speak to a representative for more information.

Is the cancellation fee the same?
Yes, the cancellation fees and deadlines are the same.
Does financial aid cover the 12-month contract?

Financial aid will increase your budget when you live on campus.

Each student’s financial aid package is different, and we recommend you speak to a financial aid representative to go over your cost of attendance and aid you will receive.

Will I get more financial aid if I live 12 months versus 9 months on campus?

Financial aid will increase your budget when you live on campus.

Each student’s financial aid package is different, and we recommend you speak to a financial aid representative to go over your cost of attendance and aid you will receive.

Can payments be set up automatically to be deducted from my bank account or credit card?

All payments are collected by UTRGV Bursars department and your charge are posted to your student account.

You would need to contact the Bursars department to go over the various type of payment collection options they offer.

Our only 12-month contracts allowed to live together?

We do allow residents who have 9-month contracts to live together, but through our room assignment process, we may prioritize other students who requested 12-month contracts over 9-month contracts, and you may not get the roommate you want.

Please contact the Housing Coordinator for further information on this process.

Will graduating before the end of the 12-month contract affect me?

We do have a process that allows you to break the contract and avoid the cancellation fees with proof of graduation.

You are still responsible for the prorated amounts you stay.

Will withdrawing from UTRGV before the end of the 12-month contract affect me?

Yes, if you are not a full time UTRGV students during the fall or spring semester, the department may cancel your contract and apply cancellation fees.

During the summer we are more flexible in you not being enrolled.

Can I have someone else take over my 12-month contract?

Yes, if they are a UTRGV students, and meet the criteria to reside at the apartment, and pass a criminal background check.

Your roommates would also need to agree to transfer your contract to this new person.

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