The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Department of Housing and Residence Life (DHRL)

Applicable Contract Periods: Summer I & Summer II 2025

1. General Terms and Conditions

Please read carefully as you will be responsible for upholding these terms and conditions.

a. Contract Agreement
These Terms and Conditions are part of the On Campus Student Housing Contract (the “Contract”)
between The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley (collectively, the “University”), acting through
its Department of Housing and Residential Life (“the University” or “DHRL”); which agrees to
provide a space in the university housing system to the The Student and the Guarantor (if
applicable) who are identified in this Contract. As used in the Contract, the term “You” means the
student {UserName}.

b. Oral Representation
The University and the DHRL do not enter into any oral agreements or make any oral representation
concerning this contract. The entire contract is expressed in writing and supersedes any
understanding that may have been communicated orally or implied and no party to this contract is
relying on any oral or implied agreement, representation or understanding of fact or policy that is
not expressed in writing.

c. Contract Periods
The University grants student temporary residence during the dates outlined in the contract period
selected.

Contract Period Contract Start Date Contract End Date

d. Break Periods
Residence Halls (Unity, Heritage, and Troxel Hall) and apartments (Village & Casa Bella) remain
continuously open during the contract period unless closed due to inclement weather,
maintenance or other events the university may designate.

e. Meal Plan
The Student who resides in university residence halls (Unity, Heritage, or Troxel) is required to
purchase a full residential dining plan (commuter plans are not acceptable). The Student who
resides in Apartments (Village) may choose a residential plan, but is obligated to purchase dining
dollars. Casa Bella Apartments residents are obligated to purchase dining dollars. Casa Bella
residents taking courses in Edinburg may contact dining@utrgv.edu for additional meal plan
options. Please review section 14 for additional policies.

f. Payment of Fees
The Student agrees to pay to the University the rate established by the institution. Room and board
payments must be made in full to Student Business Services within the deadlines established.
Deadlines are published online prior to the beginning of each semester by Student Business
Services. Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in late fees and denial of access to
residential and dining facilities. A hold from registering for classes may also be placed on the
Student until payment is made. The University may employ the services of attorneys or outside
collection agencies to assist in the collection of delinquent accounts on all financial obligations
incurred and any fees related to these activities will be added to the outstanding balance. All
financial aid available must be applied to the entire student balance before a refund can be
authorized.

g. Authorized Entry
The Student must permit any authorized agent of the University to enter the assigned unit for the
purpose of inspection and maintenance, and, if determined necessary, for the purpose of enforcing
reasonable rules and regulations ensuring the safety, welfare and comfort of all students and the
University. University staff may enter and search the Student’s unit without permission or consent
of the Student if reasonable suspicion exists of violation of University policy, concerns about safety
of the students or guests, or situations that may cause harm to others.

2. Obligations and Agreements of Student and Guarantor

The University grants Student a license to use the room as Student’s temporary residence during
the contract period, subject to the following terms and conditions.

a. You agree to pay all Contract charges when due and to comply with and abide by the provisions
contained in this Contract, the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents of The University of
Texas System, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Code of Student Conduct , The University
of Texas Rio Grande Valley Alcohol and Other Drug Policies, The University of Texas Rio Grande
Valley Handbook of Operating Procedures, the Resident Handbook, and all other University rules
and regulations that may now or in the future come into effect governing student conduct or
pertaining to the University residences (individually and collectively called the “University
Regulations”).

b. You acknowledge and agree that the rates and fees set out in the Contract are subject to change
by legislative action, as are University Regulations and policies affecting the Contract. Changes
and additions to the rates, fees, University Regulations and policies shall be officially announced
and/or posted, and the announcement or posting constitutes actual notice to you. Changes and
additions to the rates, fees, University Regulations and policies affecting the Contract become
effective and binding at the first date of posting or official announcement, unless otherwise
specified therein.

c. You agree not to sell, transfer or assign this Contract.

d. You agree that if you violate any of the terms or conditions of the Contract, or if the University
determines that you have (i) disregarded the community living standards, including roommate
contracts agreed upon by both roommates, or (ii) accumulated a history of delinquent payment to
the University, then, the University may terminate your license and/or refuse to offer you a housing
contract in the future.

e. You agree that if you are found by the University to be in violation of the Contract or of any of the
University Regulations, you will be subject to University disciplinary action and may be required to
withdraw from University housing. The Early Termination Notice Fee will be applied as referenced in
Section 5.

f. You agree that if your actions are disruptive to the use and enjoyment of University housing
facilities by other students, or if you fail to adjust to a community living environment, you will be
subject to University disciplinary action, you may be required to change residence, and you may be
required to withdraw from University housing. The Early Termination Notice Fee will be applied as
referenced in Section 5.

g. You agree to keep the University accurately informed about your contact information and
student information by updating that information using the University‘s official websites which
include www.utrgv.edu and the Department of Housing and Residence Life Website
www.utrgv.edu/housing.

h. Deposit Requirements. Applicants for housing will be billed a security deposit ("Deposit")
payment in the amount of $100 and a non-refundable $50.00 application fee to their student
account. No interest is paid on the deposit. University may draw upon the Deposit to pay (i) the
costs of damage caused by you or your guests to your room or other University property, and (ii) any
other charges owed by you under the Contract. The Deposit is not a limitation of your liability under
this Contract, and you agree to pay University for all amounts owed by you under the Contract in
excess of the amount of the Deposit.

i. We agree to furnish and provide electric, water, sewer, and internet access for the residence. The
utilities are sub metered and may be used for normal household purposes and must not be wasted.
If we detect or suspect abuse or waste of any utilities paid by us, we reserve the right to notify you
of an increase in the base rent and you will be required to pay a higher charge.

j. Following the end of the Contract Period, if you have complied with the Contract, paid all sums
you owe to University, surrendered your room in good condition (excepting only ordinary wear and
tear), have provided a written forwarding address to University for refund of your Deposit, and
submitted online deposit request form, then University will refund any balance of your Deposit to
you on or before the 30th day after you check-out as required by Section 8.
3. Conditions of Contract

a. The Contract is offered on the condition that you are admitted to the University. The Contract
does not guarantee that you have been admitted to the University. Only the Office of Admissions
can grant admission to the University. You must be a student at the University and actively
pursuing a degree at the University to be eligible to live in university housing.

b. You must be a registered full-time student actively pursuing a degree at the University, or
engaged in a university-sponsored academic activity, to be eligible to live in University Housing.
Should your status change from full time to part time, you may be subject to removal or withdrawal
from housing. However, dropping to part- time status does not automatically make you exempt
from living on-campus. All completed applications are ranked in the order of when they are
received in order to assess priority for room assignments. However, if a student is not enrolled in
Summer 1 by June 4 or July 14 for Summer II, they may be ineligible to reside on campus.

c. This contract is offered by University Housing with the intent to provide housing regardless of
changes to the academic schedule or manner of instruction provided by the University. University
Housing does not anticipate closing or issuing a refund as a result of such adjustments.

d. At any time, University Housing may request or require a resident to relocate from Housing when
that resident’s continued presence in the housing community poses a health or safety risk for
community members.

4. Payments and Charges

a. University housing charges will be included on your University fee statement. You can review
your student account online through MyUTRGV Assist (www.my.utrgv.edu ).

b. Your failure to receive a statement does not relieve you of the responsibility to make payments
due under this Contract on or before the due dates.

c. You agree to pay all expenses incurred by the University in collecting amounts due under this
Contract, including attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs. If you fail to pay all
such expenses within 15 days after notice from the University, the University may revoke your
license to use University housing and may decline to allow you to occupy University housing in the
future.

d. If you withdraw from or are dismissed from the University for any reason, including enforced
scholastic withdrawal, you will pay all charges accrued under the Contract through the date you
check out of University housing (as required under Section 5) plus an early termination fee of
$1000, as provided in Section 5.

e. If you are only enrolled in courses Summer Session I due to graduation, you must notify the
department of Residence Life on or before July 7th that you are not taking classes Summer II. You
will be required to pay the University all charges accrued under the Contract through the end of
Summer Session I and will not have to pay the early termination fee of $1,000.
f. “Daily Room Rate” - The daily amount charged for the use of the furnished room under this
Contract is calculated by dividing the Contract Rate total by the number of days within the Contract
Period.

5. Cancellation of Contract by the Student

You are responsible for the full amount of all housing charges for the Contract Period, unless you
cancel the Contract in compliance with one of the provisions below.

a. Before the start of the Contract Period:

1. For the contract period for Summer I/Summer II, you may cancel your Contract by
notifying the DHRL in writing before the last business day in May to receive a refund of your
Deposit minus the application fee. If you cancel your Contract after the last business day in
May up until the payment deadline for the Summer I Session, you will be charged a $300
housing termination fee. If you cancel after the payment deadline for Summer Session I up
until Official Record Date (Census Day, 4th Class Day for Summer terms), you will be
charged $500 as a housing termination fee and forfeit your deposit. If you cancel after the
Official Record Date (Census Day) for Summer terms, you will be charged $1000 as a
housing termination fee and forfeit your deposit.

2. For contract period Summer II only, you may cancel your Contract by notifying the DHRL
in writing before July 7 to receive a refund of your Deposit minus the application fee. If you
cancel your Contract after July 7th up until July 22 (Census date), you will be charged $500
as a housing termination fee and forfeit your deposit. If you cancel after the Official Record
Date (Census Date) for Summer II, you will be charged $1000 as a housing termination fee
and forfeit your deposit.

b. During the Contract Period:

1. If you cancel your assignment to a room in University Housing after the beginning of the
Contract Period but before taking occupancy of your room in Summer I/II sessions, and
before the Official Record Date (4th Class Day), you will be charged $500 as a termination
fee.

2. For all Summer session contracts, if you cancel your assignment to a room in University
Housing after the beginning of the Contract up until the Official Record Date (Census Date,
4th Class Day) you will be charged a $500 housing termination fee and forfeit your deposit,
In addition to all charges accrued under the Contact through the date you check out,
including a daily prorated room charge through your date of your vacating your room. If you
cancel after the Official Record Date for Summer sessions, you will be charged $1000 as a
 housing termination fee and forfeit your deposit, In addition to all charges accrued under
the Contact through the date you check out, including a daily prorated room charge through
your date of your vacating your room.

3. For occupancy period Summer II only semester contract, If you cancel your assignment
to a room in University Housing after the beginning of the Contract up until the Official
Record Date (Census Date, 4th Class Day) you will be charged a $500 housing termination
fee and forfeit your deposit, in addition to all charges accrued under the Contact through
the date you check out, including a daily prorated room charge through your date of you
vacating your room. If you cancel after the Official Record Date for Summer sessions, you
will be charged $1000 as a housing termination fee and forfeit your deposit, in addition to
all charges accrued under the Contact through the date you check out, including a daily
prorated room charge through your date of you vacating your room.

4. If you take occupancy of the room but fail to register for classes with the University, you
must notify DHRL in writing by the Official Record Date of the Contract Period. When non-
registration is confirmed by the Registrar, you will be required to vacate your room within 24
hours and must pay to the University $500 as a housing termination fee in addition to all
charges accrued under the Contact through the date you check out, including a daily
prorated room charge through your date of your vacating your room.

5. If you take occupancy of the room and register for classes with the University for the
Contract Period, but during the Contract Period withdraw from the University, you must
notify DHRL in writing within 24-hours of withdrawal. Once your withdrawal is confirmed by
the Registrar, you will be required to vacate your room within 24 hours and must pay to the
University $1,000 as a housing termination fee in addition to all charges accrued under the
Contact through the date you check out, including a daily prorated room charge through
your date of your vacating your room.

6. If you fail to check in by 5 p.m. on the first day of classes without scheduling a late arrival
with the University, or schedule a later arrival date and fail to check in on the scheduled
date, the University may at its option terminate your contract, in which event you will be
charged an early termination fee of $500.

c. Termination of Contract During Emergencies

1. If part or all of university housing is closed due to an emergency or natural disaster, the
University may adjust or terminate this contract without prior notice. The University may
extend this contract an equivalent amount of time as the closure to address the loss of use
of university housing and to provide for future use. In no event shall the University be
obligated to provide alternate housing to the Student or to rebuild or replace any affected
premises. Please note that if the Student initially had a scholarship that covered housing,
the amount will be credited back to the original form of scholarship.
d. Exemption of Early Termination Notice Fees

1. Residents may request an exemption from the early termination fees by submitting a
request in writing by no later than the last business day of May for the Summer I session
and July 7 for the Summer II session. Request for exemptions must be supported through
 documentation. Acceptable reasons to submit an exemption to early termination notice
fees include graduation, internship/student teaching, married/parent, documented
disability or medical condition preventing student from living on campus, documented
financial hardship, military service.

6. Room Assignments

a. The University assigns roommates without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion,
disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

b. The University will only assign same genders together.

c. The University does not permit registered sex offenders to live in university housing.

d. Assignment to a specific building, type of housing, room/apartment capacity, or specific

e. The University reserves the right to make housing assignments and to require assignment
changes when considered advisable or necessary by the University.

f. Students seeking accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, temporary
medical accommodations, or those related to pregnancy/parenting under Title IX; must submit
their request to Student Accessibility Services.

g. If permanent space is not available in University housing, the University may place you in a
supplemental space or waiting list until a permanent space is available. Only the person(s)
assigned by the University to your room may reside in the room, suite or apartment.

h. The University reserves the right to make changes in room assignments for any reason the
University determines to be appropriate in its sole and absolute discretion, including without
limitation, roommate conflicts, pending disciplinary action, and non-compliance with the
University Regulations. Room reassignments may include but are not limited to, an assignment to a
supplemental space or a consolidation of residents, and shall not result in a decrease or an
increase in your Contract Rate.

i. If your room assignment is changed by the University, and you fail to vacate your current room
within twenty-four hours after the University has issued you an authorization or instruction to move,
you will be assessed a daily charge equal to three times the daily room charge during the holdover
period.

j. University will try to match roommates based on student preference profiles. However, the
University cannot guarantee the requested preference in the room assignment process. If Student
chooses to live with another Student based on a self-selection process, Student preference
profiles shall not be considered by the University.
k. Students without disabilities may reside in Residence Hall/Apartments rooms which have been
specifically designed to accommodate persons with disabilities. In the event a Residence Hall
room is needed to accommodate a person with a disability, Student may be required to relocate to
alternate University Campus Housing accommodations. In this instance, University shall pay
reasonable moving expenses to relocate occupant(s) to alternate accommodations. In this
instance, University shall provide no less than fourteen (14) days written notice prior to terminating
the existing Contract.

l. If permanent space is not available, the UTRGV may place Student in temporary space until
permanent space is available.

m. Only the person(s) assigned by DHRL to Student’s room may reside in the room. The University
reserves the right to make changes in room assignments for such reasons as the University
determines to be appropriate in its sole and absolute discretion, including, without limitation,
roommate conflicts, pending disciplinary action, non-compliance with University Regulations, and
disruptions to the community.

n. Single occupancy in double rooms is allowed only on University’s prior approval, which may be
withheld in its sole and absolute discretion. Single room occupancy in rooms designated as double
occupancy will be charged at specified rates. If the University has a waitlist for Residence Hall bed
space, single room contracts may be changed to double room contracts.

o. If Student's roommate vacates the double room or if Student’s suitemates all vacate the suite,
Student agrees to accept another roommate or suitemate as assigned. Student may be asked to
move to another room if requested by the University. Failure to move may result in you being
charged a single room rate and improper check out fee in addition to disciplinary actions

p. Room changes may be made only with the approval of DHRL. Hall, Building and/or room type
changes may be made only with approval of DHRL. Students who complete a hall and/or room type
change will may be required to sign a new contract.

q. University reserves the right to consolidate vacancies and close all or part of Residence
Halls/Apartments.

7. Check-in; occupancy

a. Students may check in on their assigned date as indicated in their confirmation letter sent out by
DHRL. The Director of Residence Life reserves the right to make changes to check-in dates as
needed.

b. If you occupy a room with permission from the University prior to the start of the early check-in
period, then for each day of occupancy during that period, you will pay a room charge equivalent to
the daily room charge.
c. Requests to move to another room within the on-campus housing facility during the Contract
Period will be granted at the sole discretion of the University. All transfer requests must be
submitted in writing to the DHRL. All room transfers must be confirmed in writing prior to a move
taking place.

8. Check-out; Vacating Room

a. You must check out by 5:00 p.m. on the day of your last final examination during the Contract
Period unless alternative arrangements are approved by DHRL.
b. You must follow the University’s check out procedures to receive clearance to check out. Failure
to follow these procedures will obligate you to pay a $100 Improper Check Out Fee for
unauthorized checkout addition to any additional fees assessed by DHRL.

c. If you fail to check out by the last day of the Contract Period or within 24 hours after you
withdraw from the University, then (i) you will be charged for each additional day until you check
out, at a rate equal to 1.5x the daily room charge for each day of the holdover period; and (ii) you
shall indemnify the University and prospective residents of University housing for damages, costs
and expenses arising out of or related to your failure to complete a timely check out, including,
without limitation, lost revenues, lodging expenses, and attorneys’ fees.

9. Care of Facilities; Equipment; and Animals

a. You are responsible for keeping your room in a neat and orderly fashion at all times. You shall not
cause or permit to be caused damage or alterations to the room, furniture, or equipment. You shall
pay to the University promptly on demand all costs associated with the repairs arising out of or
related to your failure to comply with the foregoing requirements.

b. You agree to be liable, jointly and severally, for damages or other loss that you or your guest(s)
cause to University housing, your room or any furniture, appliances, or equipment, except for
ordinary wear and tear. Title to the damaged property will remain with the University. You will be
charged on a prorated basis for damage to public areas of University housing, if reasonable
evidence exists that students residing in your area are responsible for the damage. You shall pay all
such amounts to the University promptly on demand.

c. No open flame or open heating element devices are permitted. Please consult the Resident
Handbook (www.utrgv.edu/housing) for a detailed listing of permitted appliances.

d. No animals are allowed in University housing. Only Service Animals and Emotional Support
Animals approved as an accommodation by University may be allowed with restrictions as per
DHRL policies.
e. You agree to clean and sanitize shared amenities within your unit to minimize the spread
communicable diseases. All residents share responsibility for the care of their room and housing
unit.

f. The number of guests allowed in a room may be reduced to address campus response to
communicable diseases.

g. Students’ ability to use meeting spaces, study rooms, TV Rooms, community kitchens, gyms and
other common areas in residence halls and apartments may be limited or closed to mitigate the
spread of communicable diseases at the discretion of DHRL.

10. Conduct

a. The University Regulations set out the community standards and policies expected of residents.
A full listing of University policies is available in the Resident Handbook. Violations of any of those
community standards and policies may result in termination of your license and/or disciplinary
action under the campus judicial disciplinary process.

b. In the event that the University is prevented from completing the performance of any obligations
under this Contract by an act of God or any other occurrence whatsoever that is beyond the control
of the University, the University shall be excused from the performance of such obligations to the
full extent authorized by law.

11. Fire and Safety

a. Fire safety devices are installed in all rooms. Residents and guests must evacuate any time that
a fire alarm sounds. Failure to evacuate may result in disciplinary action, including expulsion
and/or the imposition of monetary charges against violators. Tampering with fire safety equipment
is a violation of state law and University Regulations and may result in disciplinary action, including
but not limited to removal from University housing, expulsion from the University, sanctions, fines
and/or the imposition of charges for applicable restitution. You may not disconnect, damage, or
tamper in any way with fire safety devices. You will immediately report to a University staff member
the malfunction of any fire safety device, including smoke detectors or sprinkler heads in your
room.

b. Except as otherwise expressly provided by applicable law, the use or possession of fireworks,
firearms, any lethal weapons or facsimiles thereof are prohibited in University housing and may
subject the violator to disciplinary action, including expulsion from the University. For University
policies on concealed carry on campus visit http://www.utrgv.edu/campuscarry/.

c. Smoking, firearms, gambling, narcotics, and controlled substances are prohibited in University
housing.
d. Solicitation, including door-to-door sales of goods and services, is not permitted in University
housing.

12. Rights and obligations of the University

a. The Contract may not be amended or supplemented except in writing signed by the parties and
must be accepted as written. The Contract and all documents incorporated in it contain the entire
agreement of the parties. No oral understanding or agreement not incorporated into the Contract
shall be binding on either of the parties.

b. By entering into this Contract, University does not waive its sovereign immunity under Texas law.
The Contract shall be construed under and in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. For
students residing in Brownsville, Texas all obligations of the parties created by the Contract shall
be performed in Cameron County, Texas. For students residing in Edinburg, Texas all obligations of
the parties created by the Contract shall be performed in Hidalgo County, Texas. If any one or more
of the provisions contained in the Contract shall for any reason be held invalid, illegal or
unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other
provision thereof and the Contract shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable
provision had never been contained therein.

c. Capitalized words or phrases used in these terms and conditions have the respective meanings
assigned to them in the Contract, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

d. University personnel may enter Student’s room at any time in the event of an emergency and at
any reasonable time for any reasonable purpose, including, without limitation, inspection,
maintenance or investigation of violations of University Regulations. By signing the Contract, you
specifically agree to be bound by University’s search and entry policies as they now exist or may
hereafter be amended, as set forth in University Regulations.

e. Any duty of University to remedy or repair conditions materially affecting the physical health or
safety of a student is as established by applicable law. Student shall give written notice to the
DHRL specifying such conditions upon Student’s discovery of such conditions.

f. University is not responsible for loss or damages to personal property by theft, fire or other
casualty, whether such losses occur in Student’s room, public areas, or elsewhere in the
Residence Hall or Apartments. Items left in Student’s room or items temporarily stored by Student
in the University storage areas, when Student checks out, will be disposed of by University in
accordance with University policies then in effect.

g. DHRL will install, change, or re-key a security device on any exterior door or window of Student’s
room after receiving a written request from Student. A charge for labor, materials, overhead and
extra keys provided by the Department of Housing and Residence Life shall be paid by you promptly
upon delivery of a statement for same from University, unless such charges are prohibited by
applicable law.
h. University insurance doesn’t cover the loss of or damage to your personal property. You are not
required to buy renters or liability insurance. Insurance is not required but is still strongly
recommended. Even if not required, we urge you to get your own insurance for losses due to theft,
fire, water, pipe leaks, and similar occurrences. Renter’s insurance doesn’t cover losses due to a
flood. Information on renter’s insurance is available from the Texas Department of Insurance
(https://www.tdi.state.tx.us/).

i. Loss. Unless otherwise required by law, UTRGV is not liable to any resident, guest, or occupant
for personal injury or damage, loss of personal property, or loss of business or personal income,
from any cause, including fire, smoke, rain, flood, water leaks, hail, ice, snow, lightning, wind,
explosions, interruption of utilities, pipe leaks, theft, vandalism, and negligent or intentional acts of
residents, occupants, or guests. You’ll be liable for any damage to our and others’ property due to
your violating these requirements.

13. Notices

Any notice, request, or other communication required or permitted to be delivered under the
Contract shall be in writing and shall be deemed received (a) when actually delivered by hand
delivery, facsimile transmission, electronic mail, or overnight courier, or (b) three days after it is
deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, certified mail, return receipt requested, (c)
emailed and addressed to (1) Student at the address on file with the university; (2) Student’s
assigned room during the Contract Period; (3) addressed to Student before or after the Contract
Period or to Guarantor at the address stated in the Contract, or (4) if to the University, addressed to
the University at the Department Housing and Residence Life, 1201 University Blvd., Edinburg,
Texas, 78539.

The On Campus Student Housing Contract is a legally binding agreement and should be read
completely before the student approves the contract. The contract is valid for the specific
academic term(s) or the remainder thereof. This online contract is a binding agreement for room
and board at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV).

14. Meal Plan

a. As a condition of living on campus, all residents must select a meal plan if they live at a
Residence Hall (Unity/Heritage/Troxel) or purchase Dining Dollars if they live at an Apartment (Casa
Bella, Village).

b. Meal plans or dining dollars available will be determined according to the meal options available
during the Summer. Dining Hall menus are available online at
https://www.utrgv.edu/cas/diningservices/index.htm.

c. The Village Dining Dollars (TVDD) and Casa Bella Dining Dollars (CBDD) DINING DOLLARS: At
minimum, apartment residents are required to purchase Village Dining Dollars TVDD for students
residing at the Village Apartments and Casa Bella Dining Dollars (CBDD) DINING DOLLARS. Dining
Dollars are a declining balance plan that can be used at food service locations on campus (Dining
Hall, Student Union Food Court, Convenience Store, food kiosks, etc. ). The food purchase is
reduced from the balance available. You can view balances by logging on to my.utrgv.edu ASSIST
and clicking on the “Transactions History” link under the UTRGV Services tab. Unused balances
will not roll forward to the next semester and are not transferrable to another person.

d. GENERAL: Residents must present their University issued identification card (V OneCard) to
utilize their plan at each food service location. Changes to meal plans are only allowed prior to the
official census date of each semester.

e. Cancellation: Residents who cancel their room contract will be financially responsible for the
pro-rated portion of their meal plan and actual usage of dining dollars. Residents are to pay all
room and meal fees in full according to the payment option selected on the application. Visit
https://www.utrgv.edu/cas/diningservices/ for latest meal plan prices.

15. Obligations and Agreements of Student and Guarantor.

The University grants Student a license to use the room the University assigns to Student as
Student’s temporary residence during the Contract Period, subject to the following terms and
conditions.
a. You agree to pay all Contract charges when due and to comply with and abide by the provisions
contained in this Contract, the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents of The University of
Texas System, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Code of Student Conduct , The University
of Texas Rio Grande Valley Alcohol and Other Drug Policies, The University of Texas Rio Grande
Valley Handbook of Operating Procedures, the Resident Handbook, and all other University rules
and regulations that may now or in the future come into effect governing student conduct or
pertaining to the University residences (individually and collectively called the “University
Regulations”).

b. You acknowledge and agree that the rates and fees set out in the Contract are subject to change
by legislative action, as are University Regulations and policies affecting the Contract. Changes
and additions to the rates, fees, University Regulations and policies shall be officially announced
and/or posted, and the announcement or posting constitutes actual notice to you. Changes and
additions to the rates, fees, University Regulations and policies affecting the Contract become
effective and binding at the first date of posting or official announcement, unless otherwise
specified therein.

c. You agree not to sell, transfer or assign this Contract.

d. You agree that if you violate any of the terms or conditions of the Contract, or if the University
determines that you have (i) disregarded the community living standards, including roommate
contracts agreed upon by both roommates, or (ii) accumulated a history of delinquent payment to
the University, then, the University may terminate your contract and/or refuse to offer you a
housing contract in the future.

e. You agree that if you are found by the University to be in violation of the Contract or of any of the
University Regulations, you will be subject to University disciplinary action and may be required to
withdraw from University housing. If the University requires you to withdraw from University
housing, your contract will be automatically cancelled and you will be charged $1000.00 as an
early termination fee in addition to all other unpaid charges accrued under the Contact through the
date you check out.

f. You agree that if your actions are disruptive to the use and enjoyment of University housing
facilities by other students, or if you fail to adjust to a community living environment, you will be
subject to University disciplinary action, you may be required to change residence, and you may be
required to withdraw from University housing. If the University requires you to withdraw from
University housing, your license will be automatically cancelled and you will be charged $1000 as
an early termination fee in addition to all other unpaid charges accrued under the Contact through
the date you check out.

g. I recognize that there are risks involved in residing in University Housing. Despite these risks, I
have chosen to live in University Housing during the academic year. My decision to do so is
voluntary, and I assume all risk associated with doing so.

h. I agree that the University may take measures necessary to protect the health and safety of the
university community; and that I will comply with UTRGV Public Health Guidelines.

16. Method and Effect of Signing This Contract

a. For All Students: Student will sign this Contract electronically by taking the following steps: (1)
you will enter your UTRGV credentials through My.UTRGV.Edu Portal; and (2) select the housing
icon and navigate to Housing Portal (3) Student will then review information in Housing Portal
provided to you, complete all sections and select the box indicating you agree to all Contract
terms. By taking these steps, Student (1) certifies he/she has read this Contract in full and
understands and agrees to all its terms and conditions; (2) agrees to pay all charges arising under
this Contract and any extension thereof when due and in accordance with the regulations of The
University, together with all fees and other costs for the collection of any amount not paid when
due as specified herein; and (3) acknowledges the University will not grant the license described
herein unless personal guarantee of payment of all charges or obligations under this Contract is
made by you.

17. Agreement to Terms and Conditions

By virtue of my clicking the “I Agree” button below, I declare that I understand and accept all the
terms, conditions and obligations set forth in this contract and application. The execution of this
contract constitutes your acceptance of the Contract for the designated term.