Syracuse University requires all students to reside in program housing unless they meet specific criteria and are granted a waiver through a petition process. An independent housing petition will only be reviewed should the applying student meet one of the following criteria:
- Religious reasons – The student must provide acceptable documentation establishing the required living condition as a faith requirement that Syracuse Abroad cannot otherwise provide in approved housing.
- Disability accommodation – the student must provide documentation and be approved by Syracuse University’s Center for Disability Resources (CDR) for a housing accommodation that cannot be accommodated by program housing,
- Family member resides in the city of program – the student must provide documentation of the family members local address and a letter of support from a parent or guardian.
The deadlines for submitting the independent housing petition form waiver:
- Summer programs: March 1
- Fall semester programs: May 1
- Spring semester programs: October 1
If you have questions about the process please contact Bridget Demorest at brhughes@syr.edu.