Gender Inclusive Student Housing
Cal State Monterey Bay is committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive living environment for students of all gender identities. Our gender-inclusive housing, now called Lavender Living, is a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and provides a space where LGBTQIA+ students can connect and feel supported.
How to Apply for Gender Inclusive Housing:
Step 2
Select Lavender Living
- On the “Theme Communities” application page, choose Lavender Living as your top preference.
- On the “Lavender Living” application page, select “Yes, I would like to live in Lavender Living” and enter your student number to acknowledge your selection.
Step 3
Complete Your Application
- Finish your housing application to secure your spot.
- Current residents who participate in Reservation Days will have the opportunity to select a gender-inclusive space.
Apply early! While we do our best to accommodate requests, Lavender Living is not guaranteed, and is based on availability. Applying early gives you the best chance of securing a Lavender Living space.
Yes! You can participate in Roommate Groups if you select Lavender Living.
- All students in the group must request and accept each other within the system before room selection.
- Keep in mind: Lavender Living is not intended for romantic couples but rather for students who feel more comfortable sharing a room, suite, or apartment with individuals of a different sex or gender or who do not subscribe to the gender binary.
Plan ahead! Make sure your roommate group is fully set up before room selection to secure a space together.