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TAP
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ownhouses, Apartments)

The TAP Housing Area provides two types of living options in Townhouses and Student Apartments.

Townhouses

There are 35 two-bedroom townhouses, each accommodating four residents. The townhouses include a living/dining room, full-sized kitchen, two full bathrooms, a washer and dryer, and full furnishings. This complex houses upperclass residents, and is the campus housing area most like an independent living situation.

The University Townhouses are located one-eighth of a mile from the Fairfax Campus on Chainbridge Rd. (Route 123).

Features and Services

  • Private washer, dryer, and dishwasher.
  • Paid utilities (electricity, water, heat, air-conditioning).
  • Direct U.S. postal service, 6 days a week.
  • Individual air-conditioning and heating units.
  • Cable TV option.
  • Wireless internet access.

Resident Responsibilities

  • Contract independently with phone company for local and long-distance phone service.
  • Contract independently with cable company for cable TV service.
  • Contract independently with internet service provider.
  • Provide own cleaning supplies, toilet paper, light bulbs, etc.
  • Participation in a meal plan is optional.
  • Uphold community standards, adhere to your Housing Agreement and the Guide to Pride: Resident Student Handbook.
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StudentApartments

The Student Apartments, renovated during Summer2002, are located in the TAP Area, and are composed of nine three-story buildings that house approximately 500 students in 118 apartments. One-, two-, and three-bedroom units are available. Each bedroom accommodates two students and is furnished with a bed, desk, chair, and closet for each resident. The apartment is carpeted and contains a kitchenette, bathroom, and furnished living/dining area. Units are available to upperclass students.

Features and Services

  • Local phone service (no hook-up fee or monthly charge).
  • Individual voice-mail service for each resident.
  • Telecommunications package (cable TV and internet access).
  • Central air-conditioning and heating.
  • Carpeting, window treatments, furniture.
  • On-site vending machines.
  • Student TV lounge.
  • Laundry facilities in Student Apartments.
  • Vacuum cleaners available at TAP Service Desk.

Resident Responsibilities

  • Maintain cleanliness and safety within assigned room.
  • Adhere to community standards, your Housing Agreement and the Guide to Pride: Resident Student Handbook.
  • Pay for all long-distance phone calls.
  • Provide own cleaning supplies (cleaner, toilet paper, etc.)
  • Participation in a meal plan is optional.
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Area Building Room Type Freshman Non- Freshman # of Beds per Bedroom # of Bedrooms Kitchen # of Bathrooms
TAP                
  Townhouses Townhouse 2 Bedroom   2 2 2
  Townhouses Townhouse 2 Bedroom Single   1 2 2
  Student Apartments 1 Bedroom Apartment   2 1 1
  Student Apartments 2 Bedroom Apartment   2 2 1
  Student Apartments 2 Bedroom Single   1 2 1
  Student Apartments 3 Bedroom Apartment   2 3 1
  Student Apartments 3 Bedroom Single   1 3 1

C = Community Bathroom (by floor)
S = Shared Bathroom
N/A = Not Applicable
*Kitchenette