Housing Application

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All of the details you need to know to call Occidental “home”!

Whether you’re joining Occidental as a first-year or transfer student, our Residential Education and Housing Services (REHS) team is here to make your on-campus experience safe, comfortable, and enriching.

This page will guide you through housing options, the application process, accommodation requests, and what to expect when you receive your assignment and move in.

Housing Options

At Occidental, you won’t select a specific residence hall yourself. Instead, you’ll share your living preferences—such as room type, lifestyle habits, and roommate interests—in your housing application. The Residential Education and Housing Services (REHS) team uses this information to pair you with a roommate and place you in a hall or apartment that’s the best fit for you.

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First-Year Housing

Live alongside other new students in one of five residence halls designed to offer a welcoming community and built-in support network.

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Transfer Housing

Transfer students often enjoy suite-style or traditional-style housing that combines independence with opportunities to connect on campus.

Transfer students are strongly encouraged to live on campus, with the exception of non-traditional students and students entering with junior standing.

NOTE: The housing application process will begin in December for new students transferring in Spring 2027.

Housing Accommodations

If you require housing accommodations due to a documented medical or psychological condition, complete that step next.

Review the housing accommodations policy.
Submit the housing accommodation request.

Requests submitted after the deadline will be placed on a waitlist and filled as space becomes available.

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Get Ready for Move-In

Move-in day is one of the best days of the year! Visit the Move-In Guide to find arrival schedules, what to pack, and tips for settling into campus life.

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New Student Housing FAQs

Yes. Living on campus is a core part of the Occidental experience. Students starting their first year in College at Occidental are required to live in College housing for their first three years, with a limited number of approved exceptions. Some juniors and seniors live off campus (including in Greek or theme houses), but the majority of students live on campus all four years. Details about the residency requirement and exemption process are available on the Housing website.

New transfer students aren't required to live on campus, but we hope you’ll join us in the Occidental residential community. Off-campus housing resources are available if you need them.

After you submit your housing application, Residential Education and Housing Services (REHS) matches roommate(s) using the lifestyle preferences and housing questions you provide. To help create a good match, complete the application on your own and answer honestly.

Room assignments and roommate information are emailed to new students before arrival and orientation. This happens in January for students starting in spring and in August for students starting in the fall semester. Once you receive your assignment, you’re welcome to reach out and introduce yourself to your roommate(s).

Each room includes a twin XL bed and mattress, desk and chair, dresser, shared closet space, and a microfridge and microwave. Most students bring basic bedding, towels, a fan, toiletries, and a few items to make the space feel like home. Some items—like open-flame appliances, personal furniture, and certain high-heat devices—aren’t allowed in the halls. For a detailed list of what’s provided, what to bring, and what to leave at home, visit the Move-In Guide.

Early move-in is only available to students who are part of approved campus programs that require arrival before the standard move-in date (such as certain athletic teams, International Student Orientation, or other pre-semester programs). If you’re eligible for early arrival, you’ll receive specific instructions directly from the department coordinating your program.

All other students should plan to move in on the standard move-in day, as individual early move-in requests cannot be accommodated.

Office of Admission

Collins House

1600 Campus Road
Los Angeles, CA 90041

admission@oxy.edu

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