Is it unheard of to apply for housing before accepting an admission offer

_oshun1_

This might sound messed up to be potentially taking away housing from someone else if I ultimately decide to go to a diff school..
The school I was accepted to is likely where I will end up going unless a miracle happens and I get into a reach school. The housing form just asks for your student ID which I have, but the only form available online is for last year. Can I just send it in anyways? IDK if it’s inappropriate to call and ask like “hey I’m pretty sure I want to go to your school but not 100% and I want to make sure I have housing by the time I make a decision”. It’s really difficult to find affordable and nice housing in this area. I’ve seen many students complain over the years about on campus housing being full. I don’t mind losing the $300 deposit if I end up choosing to go to a diff school

westcoastbestcoast

Perhaps its been done before but what was your rationale for doing this?

_oshun1_

@westcoastbestcoast for the reasons stated in my post
I’ve heard of many students applying to housing and getting denied. It’s just one apt building.

_oshun1_

Nvm just reread acceptance email it says you can’t apply for housing until you accept and put down seat deposits