Occidental College considers accommodation requests for Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) and Service Animals in residence halls.

ESAs and Service are not permitted on campus until the request is approved. Unauthorized animals may result in Student Code of Conduct violations.

Eligibility & Restrictions

✅ Approved ESAs may include small, domesticated animals such as dogs (9+ months old), cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds, or fish.
⚠️ Animals posing health or safety risks in communal living spaces may not be approved.

Steps to Apply for Accommodations

1. Complete an Application

2. Submit Supporting Documentation

  •  ESA Provider Form
  • Vaccination Records
  • Picture of the ESA/Service Animal
  • Roommate Agreement Form (if applicable)
    • If the student has a roommate, the roommate must agree to live with the ESA/Service Animal and sign a Roommate Agreement Form. This form will be sent directly to the roommate(s) once the request is approved.

Note: Insufficient documentation may delay the review process. We reserve the right to reschedule intake meetings if documentation does not meet our guidelines. Please review our documentation requirements before scheduling an appointment.

3. Schedule an Intake Meeting

ESA and Service Animal Accommodations Renewal

Renewal Deadline: March 1st

Additional Resources

Contact Disability Services
Academic Commons

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Walk-in Office Hours

  • Mondays: 2–3 pm
  • Tuesdays: 1–2 pm
  • Wednesdays: 2–3 pm
  • Thursdays: 1–2 pm


Virtual and in-person meetings available by appointment only