University Housing & Residential Life

Visit the Application Page.

For specific information about housing processes, room selection, eligibility, and requirements, please refer to the Application Page.  Each page outlines the steps and criteria for its respective term, including important dates, waiting list details, and how to secure your booking.

Please refer to the Application Page for more specific information on processes, room selection, etc. On this page, you will find specific requirements and processes for each of the applications

University Housing assignments are for the full academic year, covering both the Fall and Spring semesters (August through May).

If you have a physical disability or medical condition that requires special consideration in your housing assignment—including requests for Emotional Support Animals (ESAs)—you must first register with the Accessible Education Center (AEC).

Housing accommodations can only be provided AFTER your registration and approval through the AEC.

Students who receive a time slot to select a room must submit a $200 prepayment within 5 days after completing the room selection. ONCE YOU HAVE SELECTED A ROOM AND MADE THE $200 PREPAYMENT YOU HAVE ENTERED INTO A BINDING CONTRACT AND ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CANCELLATION.  This payment will be applied toward your housing account balance.   You cannot use scholarships or financial aid to make this payment.

The Bursar’s Office offers an approved Deferred Payment Plan for eligible students. This plan allows you to make installment payments throughout the semester instead of paying your full balance upfront.

Learn More:
Visit the Payments page on the Bursar’s website for full details.

Need Help?
📞 Call the Bursar’s Office at 931-372-3311 for assistance.

To officially withdraw from the university, students must visit the Registrar’s Office or complete the University Withdrawal Form.

Please note: Housing is provided for enrolled students only. Once you officially withdraw, you are no longer considered a Tennessee Tech student and must check out of your room or apartment within 24 hours.

Once you complete your housing application, you’ll receive a confirmation email to your Tennessee Tech email, verifying that it’s been submitted. However, please note that completing the application does not guarantee a housing assignment. You do not have housing until you’ve selected a room.

For details on the full process—including requirements, waiting list information, and next steps—please visit the Applications page. Students with confirmed bookings will receive assignment emails to their Tech emails in May, which include roommate details, move-in instructions, and other important information.

• From the Housing Options Overview page you can find basic room dimensions for each hall, hall amenities, rates, and photo galleries.
• The Move-In Guide provides information about what to bring to campus as well as linen, carpet, and other services. 

Students with a sophomore classification or higher are not required to purchase a meal plan. Meal plans remain available as an optional convenience for those who wish to participate in campus dining.  

For details, visit the Tennessee Tech Dining Page.

Insurance is HIGHLY recommended but not required.  Tennessee Tech University does not assume responsibility for students’ personal property and is not liable for loss or damage to items anywhere on campus. To safeguard your belongings, you (or your parents) are strongly encouraged to carry personal property insurance.

You have several options:

• Homeowners Policy: Check with your insurance provider to see if your belongings are covered or if a rider can be added.  This is often the vest and least expensive way.
• GradGuard: A purchase option is available directly through the housing application or at gradguard.com.
• NSSI: College Student Personal Property Insurance is available at nssi.com.

Move In Guide

If you are experiencing problem(s) in your room or in any public areas, please contact University Housing and Residential Life or your housing staff. A student may also choose to submit a work order online. In the event that an emergency repair is needed during the evening, holiday or weekend hours, contact the RA or Hall Director immediately.

If you are locked out please contact the RA on duty.  Numbers are located on the entrance/exit doors of each building.

Contact the Hall director of your building.

Tennessee Tech has someone dedicated to helping students who are approved find Off-Campus housing.  Dawn Crabtree aims to provide students with a hassle-free and efficient way to secure Off-Campus housing in the Cookeville area.  Students must meet all housing requirements to work with Dawn.

Dawn can be contacted at (931) 372-3405 or offcampushousing@tntech.edu.
Please see the following resources to get more information and FAQs for Off-Campus Housing:

• Contact Information Flyer
• Off-Campus Housing Resource Checklist
• Roommate Guide