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The Virginia Business & Professional Women's Foundation House (VBPWF) is a unique cooperative living option for approximately 9 academically talented female Virginia residents. Residents form a small close-knit community where teamwork and personal development beyond the classroom is valued.
Applicants must demonstrate high academic promise and financial need. A special application and interview process is required. Qualified residents receive a room scholarship which pays for most costs associated with the occupancy, maintenance, and operation of the Foundation House. Residents are responsible for the cost of a full meal plan and a small semester fee.
As a group-living community, residents are expected to fully contribute to the overall management of the House through the sharing of household tasks, health and safety inspections, program development and house governance.
All bedrooms are non-smoking rooms furnished with two beds, two desks with chairs, two dressers, and a closet. Five bathrooms are shared by the residents. A kitchenette is available to residents. However, residents interested in purchasing a meal plan, may visit the Dining Services' website for an explanation of all meal plans. Students living in this residence hall have an Academic-Year Agreement Period from August 24, 2012 through May 11, 2013. The Foundation House closes over break periods, including: Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Breaks. Students will need to make alternate housing arrangements during this time.
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Amenities & Set Up
| Hall | Female - 9 resident capacity |
|---|---|
| Room Style | 4- double occupancy rooms and 1 single room |
| Beds | Two bunkable XL Twin Beds |
| Mattress Size | 36" x 80" |
| Bathrooms | 5 shared baths between all residents |
Heat and AC controls in each room, cable TV, wireless internet access, and kitchen with microwave.
Rates & Housing Period
| Room Type | Annual | Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Double/Single | $1,000 | $500 |
How to Apply
Applicants for the Foundation House must complete an application, an essay and submit two references by the deadline. Applicants are subject to individual interviews. The Free Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) must be on file with the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Application and References Deadlines occur in March every year.
To apply for consideration, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be female Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must be a resident of Virginia
- Must be a graduate of a Virginia high school or Virginia community college
- Must be a full-time student attending ODU
- Must be an undergraduate or graduate student with sophomore year or above ranking who has attended college for a least one year previous to applying for residency in the House
- Must demonstrate critical need for financial assistance (based on information provided by the Office of Financial Aid)
- Must demonstrate high academic promise with a university-level 3.0 grade point average or higher
- Must be able to attend college without substantial outside financial assistance
- Must have a strong desire to work for a college education