Housing & Transportation
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On-Campus Housing
Weber State presents a vibrant and welcoming environment that enhances both academic and personal experiences. The university offers two housing options, Wildcat Village and University Village.
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Wildcat Village
Wildcat Village features community-style suites with two bedrooms, each accommodating two students, and a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and two vanities. Kitchens and laundry facilities are conveniently located on each floor, fostering a close-knit and interactive community atmosphere that’s ideal for students seeking an engaging living experience.
- You will be REQUIRED to have a Meal Plan.
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University Village
University Village offers apartment-style living with private bedrooms in fully furnished apartments housing for students. Each apartment includes:
- A kitchen with a stove, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher,
- A living room furnished with a couch, chairs, coffee table, and end table,
- Two bathrooms with showers and tubs, and
- Additional amenities include cable access, hardwired ethernet, and wireless internet in each bedroom and living room.
Read more about Applying for Housing as an International Student
REMEMBER:
- Housing fills up so you should apply as soon as possible. You may be placed in a different room if the one requested becomes full.
- If you apply for housing and change your mind, please notify the Housing Office as soon as possible. If not, you may accrue additional fees.
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Off-Campus Housing
Websites where you can find places to rent:
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Rental Prices
Usually charges each month.
Cost is about $600 - $1200 per month, depending on the room/flat/house rented.
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Utilities
Check what utilities are included/not included in the rent price. Property owners will often include some in the rent price, like garbage or water. Other utilities include electricity, gas and internet. If the landlord does not cover these, you must set them up when you move in.
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Deposits
Paying a deposit is normal, and is usually one month’s rent. If you keep the place in good condition, then the landlord will often give the deposit back when you move out.
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Furnished or Not
Places that state they are “Student Housing” are generally furnished. Most off campus apartments are unfurnished.
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Rental Contract Tips
- See the place in-person before you sign any contracts. If not, have a friend see it, or ask them to do a phone/video call with you.
- Read the contract thoroughly before signing it. It is tedious, but when you sign the contract, you have to abide by what it says, or you can run into legal issues.
- Know what your landlord is promising to do. If they say they will take care of the lawn, and they do not, you can refer them to their contract.
- Notice the length of the lease/contract. If you need to move before the contract ends, you will need to speak with your landlord and you may have to pay a fee.
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Renter’s Insurance
This may be provided by the landlord, but it is not always. If not, you can contact any insurance company to set this up, and it costs between $10 and $30 per month. This insurance will cover your personal items in unexpected circumstances (such as a flood, fire, etc.)
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Interacting with your Landlord/Lady
- Pay on time, if not a little early.
- Have a good relationship with your landlord. Talk to them about issues that come up. Be open and honest with them.
- If you ever need to terminate a contract, talk to the landlord well beforehand.
- Keep your space clean, and it is usually best to not drill or put nails in the walls.
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Avoid a Scam
- Do not send money before you see it or talk to them over the phone/video call.
- Be cautious if the pictures of the place look strange.
- Be cautious if it looks too good to be true. Average prices for a small one-bedroom apartment range from $800-$1,800 per month. If the price is significantly lower than that, it might be a scam.
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Public Transportation
All WSU students are eligible to enjoy free bus rides using their UTA Ed Pass. Students can get around Utah using Utah Transit Authority (UTA) for services.
Helpful services around Weber State University include the Ogden Express (OGX) and the FrontRunner.
- The Transit App is a popular way to track travel time and transportation schedules.
Alternative Transportation:
To help make students’ commute easier, WSU has partnered with Lyft to offer 75% off rides between the Ogden and Davis campuses. Rides must start and end on campus and are available Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sign up for the Weber State Intercampus Commute Discount.
- The Transit App is a popular way to track travel time and transportation schedules.
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Driving in Utah
Getting a Driving License
International students are permitted to drive with a driving license issued from the state. To get a Driving License, students must visit the Driver's License Division.
If you have never driven before (either outside the U.S. or within), then you will need to get a Learner’s Permit.
- When you arrive for your learner permit appointment, have your confirmation number ready to check in, and then your photo will be taken. You will present your documents to the examiner and pay the non-refundable fee of $19.00.
- When verifying papers at the counter, you will have a vision test. You will be taken to the computer to take your 50-question written knowledge test.
- If you pass, you get a Learners permit. If you fail, you can retake right away on the same day. If not, go the next day or the next week to retake the test.
- Either enroll in Driver Education or Practice on your Own
- For those whose age is between 15-18, driver education is required to apply for a Utah driver license.
- If you are 15-17 years old, you must hold the learner permit for six (6) months before you can apply for your license.
- Once you turn 18, you are not required to hold the learner permit for six (6) months and can apply for your license.
- When you are age 19 and older (and have never been licensed), driver education is NOT required to apply for a Utah driver license. You have two (2) options when applying for your Utah driver license:
Option 1
Complete a driver education course and at least 40 hours of practice driving (10 hours after sunset.)
- Apply for your learner permit.
- Complete a driver education course (see course options below.)
- Go back to the Driver License Division and schedule a driving skills test to get your license after you have completed your driver education course. Some private Driver Ed schools/ Third-Party Testers provide road tests as well.
Option 2
Do not complete a driver education course, and you will be required to hold a learner permit for 90 days, plus complete at least 40 hours of practice driving (10 hours must be after sunset.)
- Apply for your learner permit.
- After 90 days, go back to the Driver License Division and schedule your driving skills test to get your license.
- Driver Education Course Options
You have three (3) options when choosing where to complete a driver education course:Option 1
Local high school
Option 2
Commercial/private school
Option 3
Be aware that many online driver education courses are offered on the internet. These courses may provide driver education or practice testing; however, they have not been approved by the Driver License Division and cannot be accepted as proof of driver education completion.
- For renewals and replacements of your Driver’s License, see the list of Non-Citizen Adult License Options.
- For those whose age is between 15-18, driver education is required to apply for a Utah driver license.
Purchasing a Car
- Where can you buy a car?
- KSL, Facebook Marketplace, etc. (Can be cheap, can be risky. Scams are common.)
- Car Dealerships (Make sure to negotiate for a lower price. Ask “Is this your best price out the door?” Don’t be afraid to walk away.)
- Public Surplus (Auction site, well maintained vehicles being sold by the state. Can get more expensive.)
- How much should a car cost?
- Look up the car you want to buy on Kelley Blue Book. It will give you a reasonable price for the type of car you are looking at.
- You can pay with cash (money that you have in your bank account) or through a loan.
- Can get pre-approved before you buy a car through your bank/credit union
- Compare interest rates at different locations. Understand your monthly payment and for how long you will have the loan.
- Getting Auto Insurance
- Required by law to have along with car ownership. There are many company options.
- Make sure you know you can afford this BEFORE you buy the car.
- Plan to shop around every year to get the best price
- Registering the Car
Registering the Car
- Required as soon as you purchase the car.
- Required to complete EVERY YEAR.
- Registration fees depend on the age and type of the vehicle. Plan for around $200-300.
- Registration requires certain Vehicle Inspections. If you need time to get an inspection, you can get a 30-day