On-campus housing cost at Wright State to be reduced

FAIRBORN, Ohio — Wright State University announced on Monday that in an effort to help student living on campus following the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s cutting the price of residential housing by one-third starting with Fall semester.

“This cost reduction was developed in partnership with Crawford Hoying,” said Gregory Sample, Wright State’s executive vice president and chief operating officer. “We believe this will serve as a strong incentive for students who desire to live on campus.”

“Students who live on campus connect with the institution faster, find support groups and use campus resources more often,” added Dan Bertsos, director of Residence Life and Housing. “As a result, they succeed at a higher rate and are more prone to graduate on time.”

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According to a press release, College Park and University Park apartments will cost $2,091 per semester, which is a 32% decrease. The release went on to say that apartments at Forest Lane will cost $2,750 per semester, which is a reduction of 35.5%.

WSU officials also said some rooms at The Woods, Honor’s Hall and Hamilton Hall will also be reduced beginning with Fall semester.

The release continued and said that students with residential and commuter meals plans will also see changes with the start of Fall semester. The changes will give students more purchasing power for their money.

School officials said meal plans will increase from $7 to $7.75 for each swipe, which will give them the power to purchase higher valued meals.

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