In September 2007, the university began negotiations with Prince George's County for the transfer of 214 acres (0.87 km2) of land to the school.[20] According to county documents, the land, valued at US$1.3 million, would cost the university nothing if used "for educational uses including facilities that benefit the welfare of students and faculty in their educational experience at the University". The addition of this land would increase the size of the university by 63%. The main focus for the land is the development of additional student dorms.