Lavender Living
Cal State Monterey Bay is committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive living environment for every student. Our gender-inclusive housing community, Lavender Living, provides a supportive space where students can thrive, connect, and feel a true sense of belonging. Lavender Living celebrates the diversity of our campus and encourages respect, understanding, and mutual support among all who live here.
How to Apply for Lavender Living 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.