Frequently Asked Questions

I want to apply to be in the WiSE Learning Community but do not want to sign up through AccessPlus. Is there any way for me to get a paper application?

If you do not wish to contract for housing online, please contact the Department of Residence Administrative Office at (515) 294-2900 or (800) 854-9050 to request a printed contract.

Where are the WiSE floors?

WiSE floors are located in both the Richardson Court (RC) Neighborhood and Union Drive (UD) Neighborhoods

Oak Hall (RC)
Elm Hall (RC)
Larch Hall (RC)
Friley Hall (UD)
Eaton Hall (UD)
Martin Hall (UD)

Learn more about how to sign up for WiSE Housing or visit the Department of Residence website at and check out "Living."

I have heard that I can take classes with the women in the WiSE Learning Community - how do I get signed up for those?

Based on your application information and major, we will begin working with you and your advisors to determine options for learning team placement. For students that are eligible for more than one team (Calculus/Chemistry, Biology/Math or Biology/Chemistry), the PWSE Office (WiSE) may contact you by telephone in April to determine your interest in participating on a WiSE Learning Team. During June Orientation advisors will help students register for learning team specific courses. Once you have been registered for your courses and the Department of Residence has informed you of your housing placement then you will begin to receive information from our office and your peer mentor about your first WiSE learning team meetings.

What is a peer mentor?

Each WiSE Learning Team has two upper-division students who works with a team of first-year students to help them transition into Iowa State. They facilitate study sessions, arrange programs and meet with students one-on-one to make sure they are adjusting to Iowa State.