Residency exemptions, deposit refunds, and contract cancellations

You may request an exemption if you have not submitted a housing contract and meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Military service: You are a veteran or have completed at least two years of active military duty. Submit a copy of your DD214.
• Marriage: You are married. Submit a copy of your marriage certificate.
• Parenthood: You are a parent, and your child lives with you. Submit a copy of your child’s birth certificate.
• Commuting: You will live with a parent or legal guardian and commute daily from their residence within 40 miles of UW-Whitewater. Both you and your parent or legal guardian must complete the required portions of the request.
• Time since high school graduation: At least two years will have passed since your high school graduation by the first day of classes. Provide your graduation year, which will be verified through your admission records.
• Hardship: You have an extreme personal, medical, or financial hardship. Explain how your circumstances limit your ability to live on campus, provide relevant supporting documentation, and identify where you plan to live if approved.

1. Log in to the Housing Student Portal using your Net ID and password.
2. Select Residency Exemption Request.
3. Complete the request, upload all required documentation, and submit.

The Exemption Review Team reviews all requests. You will receive a decision through your UW-Whitewater email account. Please wait until your exemption is approved before signing a lease or making other housing commitments.

Have questions? Call us at 262-472-4255, email housing@uww.edu, or stop by the University Housing Central Office in Goodhue Hall, Room 200. We’re happy to help.

1. Log in to the Housing Student Portal using your Net ID and password.
2. Select Housing Contract Cancellation Request.
3. Complete the request and submit.

Once approved, refunds are processed within ten days of submission. If a new incoming student decides to no longer attend UW-Whitewater, the housing contract will be cancelled after notifying the Admissions Office.

Have questions? Call us at 262-472-4255, email housing@uww.edu, or stop by the University Housing Central Office in Goodhue Hall, Room 200. We’re happy to help.

1. Log in to the Housing Student Portal using your Net ID and password.
2. Select Housing Contract Cancellation Request.
3. Complete the request and provide any required documentation.
4. Submit your request for review.

University Housing will notify students of its decision through their UW-Whitewater email account. Students remain responsible for their contract obligations until an official cancellation approval is received.