Housing FAQ

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  • Please visit our Housing Options page for detailed information on each residential space. 

  • If you live within 35 miles of campus, you will need to fill out an exemption form located in the housing portal for Housing and Residential Life’s approval. 

  • Yes! All students may have a car on campus. 

  • Parking permits can be obtained from the University Police Department. For more information, please visit Vehicle Registration

  • The housing portal can be accessed here. Please note that you will need your USC Upstate credentials to log into the portal. 

  • Housing assignments can be viewed on the homepage of your housing portal. Assignments begin on June 1, 2024, and will continue to be assigned on a rolling basis. 

  • Yes. You will have the option to select your preferred roommate in the housing application process.

  • Singles are limited and are provided on a first come first serve. 

  • A Living Learning Community (LLC) is a group of students that live together within the same residential hall floor based upon a common interest. It gives students the opportunity to thrive in and out of the classroom in a home-based learning environment. Students can sign up for an LLC in their housing portal during the application process. Please note: LLCs are only available for freshman or first-year students. 

  • All on campus residents are required to have renters insurance. Residents can sign up for GradGuard Renters Insurance via the housing portal or submit proof of other renters insurance on the housing portal. 

  • Room changes are possible and are based on space availability. Room changes typically occur two weeks after the first day of class each semester. To request a room change, you will need to complete the room change form within the housing portal. 

  • Laundry Rooms are conveniently located on each floor of the residence halls. Laundry is free of charge. 

  • Contact Disability Services at 864-503-5199 or dsinfo@uscupstate.edu

  • We do not allow beds to be lofted. Beds must remain at the standard height. If an accommodation is needed, please reach out to Disability Services at 865-503-5199. 

  • Only fish in a tank no larger than 10 gallons are allowed. Emotional support animals must be approved by Disability Services. 

  • Microfridges are provided in every residential suite. Students may bring an additional minifridge but are not permitted to bring their own microwaves.  

  • All students who live on campus are required to have a meal plan. 

  • You can access our online work order request form or contact our office at 864-503-5422. For after-hours maintenance emergencies, please contact the RA on call.  

  • For a lockout, contact Housing and Residential Life Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at 864-503-5422. On weekends and after-hours, please contact your RA/CA on call. 

  • All packages and mail should be addressed to 470 Hodge Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Upon arrival, mail room staff will securely place it in one of our designated mail lockers. You will receive an email notification containing detailed instructions for pickup once your package is ready.