Returning Students Housing

Any student who was previously enrolled in courses at West Chester University during another term.

• Graduate students are not considering returning students.  Graduate students can apply with USH to live in The Village Apartments.  
•  Unfortunately, WCU Managed Housing cannot accommodate Graduate Students at this time.

On campus housing is limited and not guaranteed for returning students. Housing is prioritized for first year students.

Returning students may apply to both providers. Please note: WCU Managed and USH Affiliated have two separate applications, processes, and fees. Both providers charge a separate $200, non-refundable fee to complete your application. Students who submit applications with both providers will be expected to pay both fees. 

• The Student and Family Experience office is here to help:
  • Student and Family Experience Website – Best practices for the move off-campus, including signing leases, budgeting, and decision-making
  • WCU Official Off-Campus Housing Website – Search for rentals, look for and request roommates, and find sublets
  • Unofficial Facebook Group – Students searching for housing and roommates

Yes! There are special permits issued to commuter students for North and South Campus parking lots.  Visit the Parking Services website for more specific information and parking options.

No. This year, USH is utilizing a housing lottery process for returning students who complete a USH Request to House application during October 27, 2025 - November 7, 2025. For more details, please review the USH Returning Student FAQs..

WCU Managed: Returning students wishing to cancel their housing application/assignment before June 1, 2026, can do so with no penalty. Please email housing@wcupa.edu and submit a written request to cancel.

Rates have not yet been approved for 2026-2027 but 2025-2026 rates can be found on the website at HOUSING RATES.

Financial aid is unique to each individual student. Students interested in receiving financial aid should reach out to the Office of Financial Aid with any questions at finaid@wcupa.edu. 

Meal plan selection will occur in the Spring 2026 semester. Meal plan rates have not yet been approved for 2026-2027 and can be found on the website at HOUSING RATES. Please note that all residents living on North campus are required to have a Gold or Ultimate meal plan.

Students will have the ability to designate a roommate preference during the Request to House application. Information about how to select housing during the Returning Student Housing Selection Process will be emailed to students with their housing timeslot assignment. Please note that roommate preferences are not guaranteed but will be taken into consideration.