Important Reminder: If you have a registered Emotional Support Animal with the Student Disability and Accessibility Center, you do not need to complete the Pet Application, but you are strongly encouraged to do so. You will also not need to pay the pet deposit.
Pet Application and Policy
Everything you need to know about our Pet Application process, eligibility, deadlines, and the official Pet Policy Documentation.
1. Quick-Glance Deadlines
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Key Date |
What Happens |
Your Action |
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July 18 2025 (11:59 p.m.) |
Pet Application closes |
Submit all documents in MyHousing |
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Within 5 business days of review |
Adobe Sign Roommate Agreement sent |
All roommates sign |
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Within 5 business days of charge posting |
$250 pet deposit appears in OASIS |
Pay in full |
2. Am I Eligible?
You must:
- Already have an East Campus assignment for the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Meet the pet-count and weight limits (details below).
- Submit complete, accurate documentation (see “Required Documentation”).
Limitations on Pets in East Campus
- Pet Limit: Each unit is limited to two pets (this includes Emotional Support Animals and Service Animals).
- Weight Restriction: Residents on the second floor have a combined pet weight limit of a maximum of 50 pounds.
3. How to Apply (Three-Stage Process)
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Stage |
What You Do |
Timeline |
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1. Application & Documents |
Log in to MyHousing and fill out the Pet Application. Make sure you upload vaccination records, ID tag image, clear photo (see “Required Documentation”). |
Submit by July 18, 2025 |
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2. Roommate Agreement |
Sign the Adobe Sign form that will be emailed to all roommates |
Sign within 5 business days |
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3. Deposit |
$250 deposit (per pet) posts to your OASIS |
Pay within 5 business days |
Please Note: You’re not officially approved until all three stages are complete.
4. Required Documentation
- Vaccination record (rabies + weight noted)
- Pet ID tag (photo or scan)
- Pet photo (clear, recent)
Upload each item as a separate file in MyHousing.
5. What Happens After You Apply?
If Approved
- You’ll receive an approval email.
- Your pet may move in on or after the start of your license term.
- Deposit is refundable after move-out if no pet-related damages are found.
If Denied
- We’ll explain the reason (e.g., missing docs, weight limit, pet cap reached).
- You may resubmit a new application only before July 18 if you have missing documentation.
6. Fees & Fines
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Situation |
Charge |
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Pet deposit (refundable) |
$250 per pet |
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Unapproved pet: 1st or 2nd occurrence |
$250 per incident |
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Unapproved pet: 3rd occurrence |
License termination |
Official Pet Policy
Download the Full Pet Policy PDF
To view the official policy document, click on the Student Housing and Residential Life Official Pet Policy .