Students looking for an off-campus feel while still staying within Eastern’s residence have options for their housing needs.

University Court

Those students looking for the freedom of apartment-style living while still staying in the comforts of campus living can look into University Court, the Eastern-owned apartment complex located near Andrews and Carman Halls.

Chad Franks, marketing specialist for University Court, said University Court consists of two-bedroom apartments, each equipped with its own kitchen, living room and bathroom.

He said some of the apartments have balconies, pantries and hallway storage closets, depending on the apartment.

“Each can be a little different than the other,” he said.

Franks said University Court often appeals to students because students can use their financial aid to live there.

He said many students also enjoy the University Court apartments because they are on campus.

“You’re living the apartment lifestyle with all the on-campus service,” he said. “If you need assistance at 4 a.m., we’re a phone call away.”

Franks said tenants at University Court pay for minimal utilities, including electricity and water bill. However, he said students are given a monthly allowance for these utilities, which help offset the cost.

Franks said students seem to enjoy the upfront set prices of living in University Court.

“When you live on campus, there are no hidden costs because everything is included,” he said.

He said students also enjoy that University Court contracts coincide with Eastern’s academic year.

“You don’t have to worry about summer subleases,” he said. “When (the) school year is done, so is your contract.”

Franks said summer housing is also available at University Court.

Greek Court

For those involved in or considering joining Eastern’s Greek life, Greek Court is also an option that provides on-campus living.

Located near Carman and Andrews Halls, Greek Court is made up of 19 fraternities and sororities living in designated houses.

Kelly Lawrie, Greek Court coordinator, said in order to live in Greek Court, interested applicants must be affiliated with a fraternity or sorority. She said they must also have lived one semester in the residence halls.

She said the number of residents in each home can vary from 12 to 52 people, depending on the fraternity or sorority.

Lawrie said all houses except one are suite-style with a conjoined bathroom.

She said each house is self-governing, with fraternity and sorority members choosing their own roommates and living situations.

“There’s quite a bit more independence living in a chapter house,” she said.

She said each house also has a chapter room, a full kitchen and lounge area.

Lawrie said students seem to enjoy living in Greek Court because it provides both the perks of living on campus and the freedoms of off-campus living.

“(Greek Court residents) have the same exact contract for a residence hall,” she said. “It’s the same contract binding agreements and same meal plan options.”

Lawrie said the students who live in Greek Court seem to have a special bond.

“The sense of community is evident here,” she said. “Typically everyone involved operates as their own chapter and as well as a community. “

Lawrie said living in Greek Court also helps students grow as individuals.

“It’s another step in student development and preparing for the future,” she said.

Sara Hall can be reached at 581-2812 or [email protected].