Western Iowa Tech Community College
Student Housing

Student Housing

Housing Options

Thank you for your interest in campus housing at Western Iowa Tech Community College! Living in the residence halls is a great way to feel connected to the college and get involved in college life. 

Sun Ridge Court

  • One and two-bedroom apartments
  • Accommodates up to four students
  • Kitchen and living room
  • $2,675/semester to $4,350/semester, based on occupancy
  • More on Sun Ridge Court

Bur Oak Suites

  • Four-bedroom suites for four students
  • Two bathrooms
  • Shared living room
  • $2,975/semester
  • More on Bur Oak Suites

Prairie Place

  • Four-bedroom suites for four students
  • Two bathrooms
  • Shared living room
  • $2,975/semester
  • More on Prairie Place

Apply for Housing 

  1. Complete Housing Application.
  2. Submit the $20 non-refundable application fee and $250 housing deposit.
    • Pay online on MyWIT. 
    • Mail to: Western Iowa Tech Community College, Attn: Cashier's office, 4647 Stone Ave., Sioux City, IA 51106.
    • Call the Cashier's Office at 712.274.8733 ext. 1210
  3. Make housing and tuition payment arrangements with Student Financial Services. Financial aid and payment plans must be set up before a student is eligible to move into housing. Students have several payment options:
    • Pay for classes and housing online, in-person, via mail, or over the phone.
    • Set up an online automatic payment plan using the FACTS payment system.
    • Use your financial aid to help cover room and board costs. The first step on securing financial aid is completing your FAFSA. The student is responsible for paying any remaining room and board costs not covered by financial aid. 
  4. You will receive your housing assignment, move-in dates, and roommate information once you have submitted the housing application, housing deposit, and application fee. 

Housing Scholarship

  • Stackable, limited number, new students only
  • $750 per semester, maximum 2 semesters.
  • Completed WITCC housing application for fall term by June 1.
  • Register for 12 or more credit hours for Fall term by June 1.
  • Renewal for spring semester after 2.0 fall term GPA.

Move-in Dates

Fall 2021

Move-in: Aug. 21 - 22 from 8am - 5pm
(Housing will send move-in times for all residents.)
Move-out: Dec. 20 - 21 from 8am - 5pm or Dec. 22 from 8am - noon

Spring 2022

Move-in: Jan. 10 - 13 from 8am - 5pm (by appointment for new residents)
Move-out: May 9 - 12 from 8am - 10pm (by appointment only)

Room Assignments

Rooms are assigned based on availability. You will receive your room assignment when the college receives your housing application, application fee, and housing deposit.

Roommates

Students can request a roommate in the housing application. If no roommate is specified, Student Housing matches roommates based on the roommate characteristic information provided in the application. 

Keys

You will receive your room key when you have paid your housing deposit and application fee, completed check-in paperwork, registered for classes, and made payment arrangements. 

Parking Permit 

Parking on the WITCC campus is free, but vehicle registration is required. After completing the link below, a parking sticker will be placed in your mailbox. Place the permit sticker on the rear window of your vehicle. 

Tobacco, Drugs, and Alcohol

Western Iowa Tech Community College is a tobacco, drug, and alcohol-free campus. The use of tobacco, drugs, and alcohol is strictly prohibited. 

Pets

Fish are the only pets allowed in the residence halls. The tank capacity may not exceed five (5) gallons.

Items to Bring

  • Bedroom Items
    Twin extra-long sheets, pillows and blankets, mattress pad
  • Bathroom Items
    Shower curtain and hooks, towels, wash cloths, toilet paper, plunger, rugs, hand soap and toiletries
  • Kitchen items
    Dishes, silverware, pots, pans, can opener, dish soap, paper towels, dish rags, towels
  • Electronics and Appliances
    TV, gaming systems, head phones/ear buds, microwave, mini-fridge (Prairie Place and Bur Oak), power strips, lamps, fan, coffee maker
  • Laundry Items
    Laundry basket, hamper, detergent, fabric softener, dryer sheets
  • Miscellaneous Items
    Trash cans, garbage bags, 3M hooks, penny nails, hammer, first aid kit, sewing kit, flashlight, batteries, hangers, iron and ironing board
  • Cleaning Supplies
    Broom, dustpan, mop vacuum cleaner
  • Items not allowed
    Deep freezers, grills, mini-laundry machines, dishwashers, hot plates, halogen lights, space heaters, toaster ovens, open flames, incense, Command strips

Next Steps

After your housing application and payment is processed, you will receive regarding room assignments, roommates, keys, and other housing information from the Residence Life Manager.