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Frequently Asked Questions

 


  • When can I apply for Housing?
  • Admitted students apply online for housing once they have submitted their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to Admissions. Go to www.admissions.uci.edu and click on 'MyAdmissionApplication@UCI' in order to submit your SIR and proceed to the housing application. Housing applications must be submitted with the $20 processing fee on or before the SIR deadline.  The fee may be paid online with a credit card, or by mail with a check or money order (follow instructions in the online application).

    Freshmen housing applications must be submitted on or before 4:30 PM on May 1, 2009. 
    Transfer student housing applications must be submitted on or before 4:30 PM on June 1, 2009. 
  • How much will it cost to live on-campus?

  • To view 2009-10 housing rates, go to the UCI Student Housing Rates Web site.
  • When will I receive my housing contract?
  • Housing contracts for 2009-10 will be available online. On-time applicants will be emailed instructions and a link to access the contract after the application deadlines. Freshmen will receive housing contract instructions in late May.
    Transfer students will receive housing contract instructions in July.

    Please visit the Important Dates page for a complete list of deadlines and due dates.
  • Where can I live on campus?
  • Freshmen

    Freshman will be housed in one of two residence halls communities on campus - Mesa Court or Middle Earth. Arroyo Vista Theme Houses will NOT be offered to freshmen in 2009-10.

    Transfer Students
    Transfer students will be housed in Arroyo Vista and Campus Village in 2009-10.  Vista del Campo Norte Apartments will NOT be offered to transfer students in 2009-10.
  • How do I choose which community I want to live in?
  • It is strongly recommended that you learn about your options before indicating your preferences on the Housing Application and Personal Information Form.

    Freshmen will be asked their community, room, and roommate preferences when they login to complete their online electronic Housing Contract. Students are not guaranteed their first choice preferences.

    Transfer housing applicants must select at least two theme house preferences on their application.  House assignments are based on AV Theme House sponsor selections and space availability. Transfer students may also indicate an interest in living in Campus Village.

    It is strongly recommended that you research your options befpre stating your preferences on the online Housing Application and Personal Information Form.
  • How are roommates assigned?
  • Roommate assignments are made with the help of information provided on the online Personal Information Form, which is completed when you submit your online housing contract. All roommate assignments are of the same gender. Other factors heavily weighed are smoking/non-smoking requests, sleeping habits, single gender or coed suites (in Middle Earth), and theme preferences (in the Residence Halls).

  • What if I have already picked out a roommate?
  • If you and a friend who is also entering UCI want to room together, you can make that request on the online Personal Information Form. To do so, BOTH of you must indicate a desire to live in the same community and you must mutually request one another on your respective Personal Information Forms. You must also respond consistently to questions regarding coed or single-gender suite living and preferred themes. While every attempt will be made to honor your roommate request, placement is not guaranteed.
  • When will I find out about my room/roommate assignment?
  • Assignment notification will be mailed (or emailed, depending on community) in early to mid September.
  • What should I bring with me?
  • A list of suggested items to bring will be posted on the Housing Web site with other Move-In Information prior to move in. Some of the more important things include bed linens (twin extra-long), blankets, a pillow, desk clock, desk lamp, and disaster preparedness supplies. You may also refer to the "What to Bring?" Web page for a detailed list of items.

    Please note that upon move-in, you will be provided with a Student Housing Handbook & Planner that runs through the academic year (July-June).
  • Should I bring a computer?
  • Most students bring a computer to campus with them, but there are also computer labs in each housing community and in other campus locations. Just remember that as with all personal property, you are responsible for the security of your computer. Communities offer in-room Internet access for each student. Wireless access can also be found in many areas across the campus.
  • How many people share a bathroom?
  • In Mesa Court, 8 to 14 people in a single-gender suite share a central bathroom that has multiple sinks, showers and toilets. Middle Earth single-gender suites are similar to those in Mesa Court. The coed suites in Middle Earth house 8 to 16 men and women and have two separate single-gender bathrooms for use. Arroyo Vista has single gender bathrooms on each floor, shared by 8-12 residents.  In Campus Village, four residents share one bathroom in each student apartment.
  • Are there facilities for washing and drying clothes?
  • Yes. Card-operated washers and dryers are located in each residence hall and in all Arroyo Vista houses. There are two 24-hour community laundry rooms in Campus Village. The laundry-card machines take cash, credit card and debit card to add value to your laundry-card.
  • What kinds of housekeeping services are provided?
  • Housekeeping services for public areas are provided on a daily basis, Monday through Friday. In the residence halls and Arroyo Vista, weekday cleaning services includes bathrooms.  Individual rooms and apartments are NOT cleaned by the housekeeping staff, although vacuums are available for resident use. Roommates are expected to work together to keep individual rooms clean.
  • What appliances are permitted in student rooms?
  • Small refrigerators (4.0 cubic feet or less), stereos, televisions, radios, hair dryers, curling irons, and clocks are permitted in student rooms. Electric cooking appliances are a fire hazard and therefore their use is prohibited in individual student rooms. However, these appliances may be utilized in kitchen areas. Please note that you will receive information regarding renting a MicroFridge (combination microwave and refrigerator) for your room prior to move-in.  For more information regarding MicroFridges please click here.
  • Is phone service provided by the University?
  • No. Phone service must be arranged by individuals or roommates directly with the telephone company. Further details will be included with Move-In Information provided by your community. Student rooms contain one phone line per bed.
  • Is the meal plan mandatory if I live in the residence halls?
  • A meal plan is mandatory for all residence hall contract holders.  Students living in the residence halls choose from the following 3 meal plan options. The cost of each plan is figured into your total (room and board) housing rate:

    - 165 Block Meals per quarter (approx. 15 meals per week) w/$50.00 Flex Dollars
    - 120 Block Meals per quarter (approx. 11 meals per week) w/$75.00 Flex Dollars
    - 100 Block Meals per quarter (approx. 9 meals per week) w/$75.00 Flex Dollars

    For more meal plan information, go to the UCI Dining Web site at www.ucidining.com

    Meal plans are not mandatory in Arroyo Vista and Campus Village.  An assortment of voluntary meal plans are available for students at UCIDining.com. 
  • Are vegetarian dishes offered in the dining commons?
  • Yes. Vegetarian entrees are offered at each meal.  Exhibition Stations feature cook-to-order meals and can typically be prepared vegan or vegetarian style upon request. Click here to see an overview of vegan and vegetarian options available at Mesa Commons.  ALL vegan and vegetarian items are noted appropriately on all menu signage at the commons. Please feel free to talk to a food service manager or chef regarding the variety of vegan and vegetarian options available to you.
  • If I live in Arroyo Vista, Campus Village, Vista del Campo Norte, or off-campus, can I still eat in the dining commons?
  • UCI Dining offers a variety of dining options or meal plans to meet your specific needs. Additionally, individuals have the option of paying at the door for any meal desired. For more information go to the UCI Dining Web site at www.ucidining.com or call (949) 824-4182.
  • What is the alcohol policy?
  • Only residents who are of legal drinking age (21) may consume alcohol in the privacy of their room or apartment. Alcohol is not allowed in lounges, study areas, or any other "public" space.
  • What if my roommate and I cannot get along?
  • Most roommate matches work out fine, and roommate assignments are rarely changed. If disagreements do arise with your roommate, every effort should be made to resolve them constructively. Mediation from housing staff is available if needed. Two weeks after the beginning of Fall quarter, room/roommate changes may be considered, and are granted at the discretion of the community's Housing Office.
  • May I move out in the middle of the year?
  • Your housing contract is a legal and binding agreement. Contracts may not be broken mid-year except for marriage, illness, withdrawal from the University, or extreme circumstances of proven financial hardship. In the preceding cases, a contract will be canceled upon receipt of a written request, subject to administrative review. If approved, a $250 liquidated damages fee will be assessed. See next question for more details.
  • How do I cancel my contract if I decide not to live on-campus?
  • Your housing contract is a legally binding agreement, and liquidated damages will be assessed should you decide to cancel. The amount of damages depends on when you cancel (check your contract for details). If you decide to cancel prior to move-in, you need to send Student Housing a dated written request to cancel (with your signature) that includes your UCI Student ID# and contract type. If you were under 18 years old at the time you signed your contract, the cancellation request must include the signatures of both the student and the parent (“guarantor”). Cancellation requests should be brought or mailed to Housing Administrative Services, G458 Student Center, Irvine, CA 92697-3250. They may also be faxed to (949) 824-4181. For more information call Student Housing at (949) 824-6811. Cancellation requests after move-in are subject to administrative review.
  • Can I bring my car? Where do I park?

  • Parking on campus requires a parking permit. You can purchase a Resident parking permit from the UCI Parking & Transportation Services office. For rates and information, please visit www.parking.uci.edu
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