<p>if i turn in my SIR a bit late because im waiting for financial aid from another college, does that affect housing in anyway? i know that i may not get the most popular dorms, SH and BJ but other than that, does it matter as long as i make my decision by may 1?</p>
<p>Nope, as long as you get it in by May 1, and you’re not dying to live in any particular dorm, you’re fine. If you’re turning it in near (or on) the May 1 deadline, though, make sure to really research your options- turning it in at a late-ish time does make it more possible that you’ll get your 2nd or 3rd choice dorm, so make sure those dorms are places you’ll actually want to live, and that you fill out the free response section accurately and honestly in case of the dreaded Housing Office Puts You Wherever There Is Space choice.</p>