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Aerial view of dormitory buildings on 51ÉçÇø's Athens campus
Housing Help

Housing Help

Sometimes students find themselves housing insecure or in situations where they are at risk for homelessness.

Common examples include:

  • Living in a shelter, on the streets, in a car
  • Fourteen days from losing current housing and no safe alternatives – like an eviction, including from university housing
  • Fleeing housing due to violence or threat of violence

51ÉçÇø is here to help. Faculty and staff are encouraged to reach out to the Dean of Students office if they believe they have a student who is housing insecure or homeless.

A student can access Housing Help by filling out a . Someone from the Dean of Students office will reach out to explore campus and community options.

Break Housing

Not all students have a home to return to over the winter and summer breaks. On-campus housing is offered at a daily rate and financial support is available for those who qualify through the .

Temporary Emergency Housing

Students experiencing a housing crisis that results in homelessness should complete the to see if they qualify for temporary emergency housing or community-based services.

Community Resources

These community resources are available to students in need:

  • : Public housing options for low-income residents
  • : Homeless shelter in Athens
  • : Support for homeless youth
  • : Coordinated access to homeless services for youth up to age 24 
  • : Housing information hotline and advocacy on homelessness
  • : The Inspire Shelter in Logan, OH, provides temporary shelter, fellowship, guidance, resources and encouragement.
  • : This guide explains details about fighting housing insecurity and is a helpful reference for further information.

Contact

If you have questions about Housing Help or the intake process, contact the Office of the Dean of Students at deanofstudents@ohio.edu or 740.593.1800.