Why would a student want to live on-campus vs. commute?

Convenience

• No cooking, shopping or real need for transportation
• Routine professional cleaning of the common areas
• Proximity to resources, both in the campus housing communities and on campus

Support

• More than 1,000 educational, cultural, social and recreational activities annually
• On-site tutoring and counseling
• 24-hour emergency assistance for both maintenance and personal challenges

Safety

• Restricted access to all Residence Hall living areas
• Security cameras
• On-site Community Service Officer patrols
• UCR Police patrols

Academics

• Students who live on campus perform better academically and are generally happier with their college experience than those who live off campus or commute.

Finances

• Residents are eligible for more housing aid (as part of their Financial Aid Package) than those who live off-campus or commute.

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