How to Submit a First-Year Live-On Exemption Form

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    Go to the University Housing website
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    Select the Cards Nest Housing Portal button.
  3. 3
    Log in using your University credentials and complete Duo authentication.
  4. 4
    From the red navigation bar, select Forms and Requests.

    If you do not see this option, complete the GDPR/FERPA Consent Form first.

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    From the dropdown menu, choose Live-On Requirement Exemption Process.
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    Select Save & Continue.
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    Click Continue on the right-hand side of the screen.
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    Review the instructions, then select Save & Continue.
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    Review the next page and select First Year Student from the dropdown menu.
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    Select Save & Continue.
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    On the Exemption Reasons and Documentation page:

    • Review the information provided.
    • Select the First Year Exemption Request Letter link.

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    Print the form and complete it.
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    Take a clear photo of the completed form.
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    Select your Exemption Reason from the dropdown menu.
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    Provide a summary in the Exemption Reason Explanation field.
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    Select Proceed to Documentation Step.
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    Upload your completed form using the file upload area.
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    Select Save & Continue.
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    Confirm submission:

    • If you see a confirmation message that your request was received, your submission is complete.