What percentage of freshmen live in the Residence Halls?
Approximately 75% of UCR freshmen live in the Residence Halls.
What about accommodations for special needs?
Residence Hall rooms and Campus Apartments can be modified, or are already modified, for physically-, hearing- and sight-impaired students. Please coordinate your needs by calling the Student Disability Resource Center at (951) 827-3861 or visiting their website.
How do I contract to live in the Residence Halls?
Beginning March 1, the Residence Hall Contract is available online for fall quarter. All admitted students who Submit Intent to Register (SIR) with UCR may submit a contract using their NetID and Password as issued by UCR.
Please note: It usually takes 1-3 days for a NetID to be issued after a student submits their SIR.
Are there any hazardous building materials I should be aware of?
Although there is no imminent danger to residents, the University is required to inform residents about certain conditions.
Bannockburn Village Apartments, Aberdeen-Inverness Residence Halls, and the first phase of Lothian Residence Halls (i.e., A, B, & C wings) were built prior to 1980 and therefore were constructed with asbestos-containing materials (ACM), as well as materials containing lead.
The main health risks associated with both ACM and lead result from inhaling airborne fibers or dust or ingesting chipped or damaged building materials. Health risks are considered low because accessible ACM and lead-containing materials are not likely to become airborne unless, for instance, ceiling, wall or hard-surface floor material is punctured or disturbed in some way or if pieces of damaged building materials are inadvertently ingested.
Because Housing staff are aware of these conditions, all renovations in these buildings are performed in accordance with applicable work practice standards.
You can help us protect our community further by avoiding puncturing or otherwise compromising interior walls, ceilings, and hard-surface flooring, including by using nails to hang pictures, plants, or other decor. Alternatively, we recommend using appropriate adhesive and Velcro products, such as Command Strips, to hang room décor.
We ask that you promptly report damaged ceiling, wall, or hard-surface floor materials to your Resident Services Office (RSO) or to UCR Environmental Health & Safety at (951) 827-5528.
Please refer to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) informational brochure, "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home," for more facts and resources, or visit the EPA website.
For specific information and data regarding building material conditions in Bannockburn Village Apartments, Aberdeen-Inverness Residence Halls, or Lothian Residence Halls, please contact UCR Environmental Health & Safety at (951) 827-5528.
Can I change my Dining Plan throughout the year?
The Dining Plan selected is for the entire academic year. No, you are not allowed to change your dining plan throughout the year. You may change it during the designated period outlined in your housing contract. A Dining Plan Change Request Form needs to be completed and all instructions for documentation followed. Submit a Dining Plan Change Request Form at your respective RSO. Please allow two weeks for your request to be processed.
What about accommodations for special needs?
Residence Hall rooms and Campus Apartments can be modified, or are already modified, for physically-, hearing- and sight-impaired students. Please coordinate your needs by calling the Student Disability Resource Center at (951) 827-3861 or visiting their website.
Student Disability Resource Center
What if I do not have a car or am unable to get a Housing Parking Permit?
It is not necessary to have a car if you live on campus. The Riverside Transit Agency operates an extensive bus network throughout Riverside and is free for UCR students. In addition, Housing Services attempts to ensure that a variety of food, entertainment and academic resources are available at all times, limiting the need to venture far from campus. Learn more about parking and transportation
What percentage of students live on campus?
Approximately 30% of UCR students live on campus. However, 75% of freshmen live on campus.
How safe is the on-campus community?
While it is impossible for anyone to guarantee safety and security anywhere, Housing Services has implemented many programs to help ensure students’ safety and demonstrate our commitment to students’ well-being. Pedestrian traffic is limited in the Residence Halls by student key/card access and limited-access parking lots. Most common areas and passageways are outfitted with surveillance security cameras. Emergency-response phones are located in all Residence Hall communities. The university also has a police department that monitors the campus, including housing facilities. Learn more about our safety measures