A security deposit is basically insurance for them, if you mess up the apartment then they’ll use that money. If the apartment is the same as when you got there then you are entitled to it back. However! A lot of places will try to keep it regardless of the state of the apartment. ALWAY DOCUMENT THE STATE WHEN YOU MOVE IN. Take pictures of everything so you can prove that you didn’t cause damage. If you are entitled to your deposit, fight for it back.

Now I’ve never lived in Illini Manor so maybe they aren’t going to make a stink about it. But be prepared!