Special Needs Housing
While the residence halls are usually comfortable and accessible to most students, we realize that there are some students who require special accomodations to be able to enjoy the campus living experience. If a student wishes to request special housing accommodations based on a specific medical or mental health condition, s/he must provide documentation showing that the special accommodation would be required.
Any student in need of special housing accommodations based on a specific medical or mental health condition must submit a formal request to the Director of Residence Life. All requests must be submitted using the official request form, which can be found on the Residence Life page of the Campus Portal. All request forms must be completed by a treating medical professional. The documentation will be reviewed and the student will be notified of approval status. Students approved for single rooms will be charged the applicable single room fee of $1,000 per semester in addition to the regular room rate.
Window air conditioners not owned by the College are not allowed in the residence halls. Students in need of air conditioning due to a medical need will be provided a widow air conditioner if approved. Students must submit an official request form in addition to an asthma and allergy verification form, both to be completed by a treating medical professional. Air conditioners will only be provided if it is required due to a disability. Under the law, a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of a person’s major life activities. The treating physician must describe the disability in the request forms. If the student is approved for an air conditioner, the Physical Plant will provide and install the air conditioner at no charge.
Official Accommodation Request Forms
Request for Disability Housing Accommodation
Verification of Disability for Asthma and Allergy Conditions
If you have any questions regarding special accommodations or health services, you may contact the Residence Life Office at 215-489-2215 or housing@delval.edu.