Browse 10+ UCSC residential colleges and halls by photos, campus location, and how to apply.
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UCSC housing is organized around residential colleges on the Santa Cruz campus. UniShack lists 10+ halls so you can compare photos and locations before you apply through UCSC Housing.
If you need a backup off the forested campus, browse apartments near UCSC on UniShack for rent and commute context.
Residence halls in this directory include College Nine, Cowell College, Crown College, John R. Lewis College, and Kresge College. The closest hall in this directory is about a 7-minute walk from campus.
Featured halls: College Nine, Cowell College, Crown College, John R. Lewis College, Kresge College.
Want off-campus options? Browse UCSC apartments · UCSC sublets
UniShack lists 10+ on-campus residence halls at UCSC. Use this directory to compare hall locations and photos, then continue to the official UCSC housing application to submit your preferences.
The primary UCSC on-campus housing application deadline is May 15. Deadlines can vary by student type (freshman, transfer, continuing). Confirm current dates on the official housing portal before you apply.
Dorms offer on-campus convenience, meal plans, and a built-in freshman community. Off-campus apartments near UCSC often give you more space, a kitchen, and flexible lease terms. Browse UCSC apartments on UniShack if you want to compare both options before deciding.
Many students who miss the housing lottery or prefer more independence look at off-campus apartments and sublets near UCSC. UniShack lists verified apartments with rent, amenities, and commute times so you can plan a backup before move-in.