When Does the Application Open?
Application Opens: March 3, 2025, at 9 a.m.
Applying early increases your chances of securing your preferred space. Here are additional tools that can help you apply quickly and early:
- New Resident Application Guide (available to print)
- New Resident Application Checklist (available to print)
Step 1
Step 2
To secure your housing, open the New Resident Application and submit your $200 reservation fee. This includes a $50 non-refundable application fee and a $150 prepayment.
Step 3
Fully complete and submit your housing application. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete your application, watch our New Student Housing Application Walkthrough.
What are my Housing Options?
Looking for a Theme Community?
Applying early is especially important if you want to live in a Theme Community.
Looking for a Roommate Group?
Forming a roommate group can help you live with friends or like-minded peers. However, roommate groups are not guaranteed, and new residents can only form roommate groups with other new residents and those of their classification (e.g., First-Time Freshmen, Transfers). To learn how to set up a Roommate Group, watch the New Residents Housing Application Walkthrough.
Step 1
Complete your Roommate Matching Profile in the MyHousing Portal to help find compatible roommates. We also encourage you to connect with others on Nearpeer.
Step 2
Set up your web profile with a screen name, introduction, hobbies, and contact information to help you find a roommate.
Step 3
You can create or join a Roommate Group by inviting others or searching for a group leader. The priority deadline for roommate preferences is Friday, March 28, 2025.
Additional Resources
- Need Housing Accommodation Support? Visit theStudent Disability and Accessibility Center (SDAC) Page for more options.
- Looking for the right meal plan? Visit the Dining Service page for more information on what each meal plan offers.
Application Priority Deadline: May 1, 2025
Your space is calling! Apply early.
How can I indicate my preferences for room type and roommates?
In the application, you can choose your preferred room type and roommates. Preferences are not guaranteed, but we’ll do our best to accommodate them based on availability.I’m a new student and cannot access my MyHousing Dashboard. What should I do?
If you are newly admitted and receive an error when accessing your MyHousing Dashboard, it may take up to 48 hours after receiving your CSUMB credentials for the system to update and grant access.Why is the New Student Application not showing up in my MyHousing Dashboard?
The New Student Application may take up to 7-10 business days to become available after your enrollment confirmation fee has been processed. If you still cannot access it after this time, please contact Admissions to confirm that your enrollment confirmation fee has been successfully processed.