Our Communities at UC Merced
Living on campus offers more than just a place to eat and sleep. A significant amount of experiential learning occurs in the residence halls. Students living on campus are presented with opportunities to develop valuable skills as they transition to UC Merced and prepare for life thereafter. Living Learning Communities (LLCs) at UC Merced, as one example, provide structured engagement opportunities for students to develop these skills. Learn more about our LLCS at housing.ucmerced.edu/llc.
- The On-Campus Housing FAQ has answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about living at UC Merced. For everything else, please visit housing.ucmerced.edu.
- There are virtual tours of most of our residence halls, if you'd like to get a peek at where you'll be living.
- Move-in isn't until August, but if you're doing your shopping early, please take a look at our list of what will be in your room, what you should bring and what you should definitely leave at home.
Important Fall Housing Dates
May 4, 4:00 p.m. (PDT): First-year (Freshman) housing application is due (step 1) May 5: First-year (Freshman) signed contract is due (step 2)
June 6, 4:00 p.m. (PDT): Transfer housing application is due (step 1) June 7: Transfer signed contract is due (step 2)
Aug. 17 - 20: Move-in days for the academic year. Choose your move in time on the housing portal starting May 17.
Steps to Applying
Step 1
First, prepare to apply by learning more about your housing options. You might even consider our Living Learning Community choices. If you would like to request housing accommodations, please click here for more information. The contract sign deadline is May 5, 2023, by 11:59 PM PDT to submit your request. To apply for housing, please fill out the housing preference form/application at housing.ucmerced.edu/fallhousing by the deadlines listed. UC Merced guarantees all incoming first-year students housing on campus for two academic years and for transfers for one academic year. You must complete the housing application/preference form and submit your signed contract by the due date to secure housing.
Step 2
Visit housing.ucmerced.edu/contract for Fall 2023 room and meal plan rates, including housing contract information about the academic year (fall and spring semesters). Check out step-by-step tutorials on the housing application process: Academic Year Housing Application/Preference Form
Check the the Fall 2023 housing page and the Do Your Part website for updated information related to COVID-19.
