WHAT IS GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING? 

The Department of Residence and Iowa State University are committed to providing welcoming and inclusive living and learning environments. Gender-inclusive housing is an on-campus residence option that gives students of all genders and gender expressions the opportunity to live together. GIH facilities, room assignments, and programming support gender diversity.

WHERE IS GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING LOCATED?

Gender-inclusive housing is located throughout all of Freeman Hall, on the east side of campus. Freeman Hall consists of four floors devoted entirely to gender-inclusive housing.

Other housing options are available in other areas of campus and you can view a full list here.

WILL IT COST ME MORE TO LIVE IN GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING?

No, the cost to live on campus is determined based on hall and room type. For more information on current rates and room types, please visit the Freeman Hall webpage.

AM I ELIGIBLE FOR GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING?

Only you can determine if gender-inclusive housing is a good fit for you. Gender-inclusive housing was create to support students of diverse gender identities; however, it is available to all students. You must opt in to gender-inclusive housing in your housing contract through the housing portal to be placed in Freeman.

WHO WILL BE MY ROOMMATE? 

When you complete your housing contract, you will be asked to provide information and roommate preferences that we will use to assign you. Already have a roommate in mind? Make sure to request each other on your housing application.

CAN I LIVE WITH MY PARTNER?

Gender-inclusive housing is not intended for romantic partners. GIH is intended for students who have a desire to create a community where personal values and individual identities are respected. Gender-inclusive housing provides space for students in need of a more expansive housing option that removes gender restrictions.

WHO AM I REQUIRED TO TELL ABOUT OPTING IN TO GENDER-INCLUSIVE HOUSING?

Once you opt in to gender-inclusive housing, you are not required to share that information with anyone. We encourage you to maintain an open dialogue with your family about your housing decisions but if you are over 18, you are legally able to make decisions about housing contracts without parental consent.

WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS THAT AREN’T ANSWERED HERE?

For questions related to gender-inclusive housing, please contact the Department of Residence at housing@iastate.edu or 515-294-2900.