Room Changes

Room changes are made pursuant to the Hofstra University Nondiscrimination Policy. Prior to seeking a room change, you should meet with your resident assistant (RA)/resident director (RD), who may be able to assist with a roommate and/or suitemate difficulty. Any conflict you may have with a roommate and/or suitemate can usually be resolved through open, honest communication. Resident directors are available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment.  

Process for Room Changes  

Room changes generally begin after the second week of each academic semester or as soon as our fall and spring occupancy have been confirmed.  

Single Rooms  

Single rooms are highly sought after; any student looking to change to a single room will need to complete a Room Change Request Form online. Single room changes are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis once a single room becomes available. All single room change requests carry over from the fall semester to the spring semester. Once the Room Change Request Form is submitted, an automated email confirmation will be sent to the student’s Hofstra Pride email. If the Office of Residence Life can fulfill a room change request, the student will be contacted when a new assignment becomes available. 

Summer Request for Fall Semester Room Changes  

During the summer, a student can submit a room change request for the upcoming fall semester by submitting a Room Change Request Form online. Once the form is completed, a confirmation email will be sent to the student’s Hofstra Pride email. Students will be contacted when a new assignment is available.  

Fall and Spring Semester Room Changes  

During the fall and spring semesters, students can request a room change (if needed) by submitting a Room Change Request Form online. Room changes are ongoing at the discretion of the Office of Residence Life up until the week prior to Thanksgiving (fall semester), after which only emergency room changes will be permitted. Once the Room Change Request Form is submitted, an automated email confirmation will be sent to the student’s Hofstra Pride email. If the Office of Residence Life can fulfill a room change request, the student will be contacted when a new assignment becomes available.  

If you change rooms without written approval from the Office of Residence Life, you risk both a fine and disciplinary action. It is imperative that the Office of Residence Life be aware of your room assignment at all times. You are responsible to inquire as to the difference in room rates when switching rooms, and any additional costs will be noted on your Room Change Request Form. Students accepting the room change are responsible for the difference in costs. If you are moving to a more expensive room, you will be billed automatically for the higher room rate and must settle any balance with Student Financial Services. Students have 48 hours from the effective date of the room change to completely move out of their current room assignment, check out with the resident assistant (RA) on duty, and check in to their new room.  

How to Submit a Room Change Request  

1. Log in to the Hofstra portal at my.hofstra.edu.  

2. Go to My Apps in the top right corner.  

3. Click on the Room Change icon.  

4. Complete the Room Change Request Form and click on Submit.