Ball State University Accepting Applications for 2024 25 Off Campus Housing Self Certification Program

Topics: Housing and Dining, Muncie, Students

July 18, 2024

Ball State University is now accepting applications from landlords and property management companies to participate in the Off-Campus Quality Housing Initiative for the 2024-25 academic year.

Introduced last year, this self-certification program for local property management companies and landlords is designed to connect students with well-maintained off-campus housing options. Landlords and property management companies participating in the program agree to uphold specific standards that ensure a comfortable living environment conducive to student success.

"A comfortable and well-maintained living environment plays a crucial role in student achievement," said T.J. Brecciaroli, associate vice president for student affairs and dean of students at Ball State. "This initiative empowers students to make informed choices about where they live and provides them with a foundation to focus on their academic goals."

Landlords and property management companies interested in participating can find application details and program criteria via the online submission form. Applications for the 2024-25 academic year close on Aug. 31, 2024.

Highlights of the qualifications include:

• Properties must be in compliance with the rental agreement, clean, well-kept, and habitable.
• Common areas must be maintained in good condition throughout the lease term.
• Sets an expectation of prompt communication with tenants and timely repairs within a reasonable timeframe.

Benefits of Participation:

• Inclusion on Ball State's Off-Campus Living website, providing valuable exposure to a large audience of potential renters actively seeking housing.
• Recognition as a provider of quality student housing.

Ball State students and parents can learn more about the initiative-and other off-campus living resources-by visiting the University's Off-Campus Living page.