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 Office of Off Campus and Commuter Services is here to help:
  • Off-Campus and Commuter Services 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 Randomized Selection Process for returning students who complete a USH Housing Application during Oct 28, 2024 - Nov 8, 2024.  For more details, please review the USH Returning Student FAQs. 

WCU Managed: Students wishing to cancel their housing application/assignment before August 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 2025-2026 but 2024-2025 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 2025 semester. Meal plan rates have not yet been approved for 2025-2026 and can be found at HOUSING RATES. Please note that all residents living on North campus are required to have a Purple, Gold, or Ultimate meal plan. 

Students will have the ability to designate a roommate preference. More information will be available in early December. Please note that roommate preferences are not guaranteed but will be taken into consideration.