<p>hi! i just have some questions about housing-if someone could help me out that would be great!</p>
<p>1) do i have to pay some kind of housing deposit before i proceed with the online application?
2) does the selection process depend upon how soon you submit your application? i was in the process of filling out the application when i found that i have to write an essay in order to be considered for the service learning communities. basically, i want to know if you have a better chance of getting the dorm you want if you submit it sooner-i think the essay may take me a while as i have finals this week.</p>
<p>thanks!</p>