First-Year Student Housing
Housing Priority: First-Time Freshmen
Students who seize all that a university education has to offer excel both academically and socially. That is why CSU Bakersfield requires all first-time freshmen who must commute a considerable distance to campus to live in student housing. All first-year freshmen live in a special community within the residence halls, navigating the college experience together. In your community, you have access to academic, social, wellness and awareness events, and have the opportunity to grow and flourish in a safe, supportive environment. Living among your peers improves academic performance, graduation rates, and builds community and lifelong friendships.
First Year Live On Requirement Policy
ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥, Bakersfield entering freshman students enrolled in 12 or more units for the Fall semester and residing more than 60 miles from ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ are required to live on campus for their first academic year, unless they are exempted.
Special exemptions to the housing requirement are made on a case-by-case basis.
Not a first time freshman?
Housing is not guaranteed for non-first time freshman. Click here to learn more about your options
Step 1: Submit Your Intent to Enroll
- Log into
- Review your admission status and follow the steps to submit your intent to enroll in your "To-Do" list by May 1st, 2025.
Step 2: Apply for Housing
The application opens on March 7th. After the application opens, and 1-2 business days after accepting your offer of admission, go to your to secure housing.
On the housing profile you will:
- Create a bio that your roommate/suitemates can see
- Confirm your contact info
- Provide your emergency contact info
- Select your top room type preferences. Prices vary by room type and your preferences are not guaranteed .
- Sign your housing license agreement (your 9 month contract).
Students will receive their room type confirmation in June. Room assignments are based
on the date you completed your housing profile and signed your license agreement and
started in August.
You will receive a confirmation email when your Housing application is complete.
Residence hall occupancy and room configurations are subject to change.
3. Complete New Student Steps
Next you will need to:
- Submit your official transcripts
- Register for Orientation
- Set up an Academic Advising Appointment
- Apply for Financial Aid
- Check your myÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ To Do List
Why You Should Live on Campus!
