Parents & Supporters

Parents and supporters can join the housing communications email list and receive a copy of general communications sent to students. This includes important deadlines and housing news so that you can better support your student and stay updated. Please note that you will occasionally receive communications that target specific student groups and may not apply directly to your student.

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Upcoming Deadlines

Housing Options for the 2025-26 Academic Year

If your student is thinking about returning to campus housing for the next academic year (2025-26) we have a space for them! Students with a housing guarantee for 2025-26 will participate in the optional Room Selection process. Students without a housing guarantee for 2025-26 will have the option to apply to the Room Selection Interest List. Students should keep an eye on their ucsd.edu email towards the end of January/beginning of February for information on how to apply for housing for 2025-26.

Winter 2025 Housing Eligibility Requirements: Drop/Add Deadline, January 17th

Students living in on campus housing must be enrolled full time, defined as 12 units. Students who are under-enrolled (0-11 units) after the drop/add date of January 17, 2025, will be contacted via email to provide proof of full-time enrollment or work with their Residential Life Office for a one quarter exception. Students that are zero enrolled, withdrawn, or do not plan to enroll full-time should submit a contract termination request via the Housing Portal.

Common Concerns and How to Support Your Student

Supporting Your Student Through Common Challenges

As your student settles into campus life, it’s natural for them to face a few bumps along the way—whether it’s adjusting to a new roommate, managing stress, or finding their social circle. These challenges are all part of the growth process, and with your support, your student can navigate them successfully. Here are some common concerns you might hear about, along with tips on how you can help your student thrive during this exciting time.

Roommate Concerns
It’s completely normal for students to experience some friction with roommates, especially when adjusting to new living dynamics. Encourage your student to approach any issues with open communication and respect. Remind them that RAs or HAs and the Residential Life Office are available to help mediate conversations if needed.
Unhappiness with Room Assignment
Many students take time to settle into their new room, and that’s okay. If your student is in’t quite happy with their room assignment, encourage them to give it a little time. Should the discomfort persist, encourage them to sign up for the Room Change Interest List opening on October 10th. They can also reach out to their RA/HA for tips for making the space feel more like home.
Mental Health Concerns
College can be an overwhelming experience, and it’s perfectly normal for students to feel stressed or anxious at times. Encourage your student to take advantage of mental health resources like Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Let them know it’s okay to seek support whenever they need it—UC San Diego has a wide range of student support services to help.
Making Friends and Building Connections
It's normal for students to feel uncertain about making friends, especially during the first few weeks of college. Encourage your student to attend campus events, join clubs, or reach out to their Resident Assistant (RA) or Housing Assistant (HA). Finding the right community takes time, but UC San Diego offers many opportunities to help students connect with others who share their interests.
Using Campus Resources
College life is full of new experiences and challenges, and it’s normal for students to need support along the way. Remind your student to explore the many resources available on campus, such as academic advising, tutoring, wellness services, and career support. These resources are there to help them succeed and thrive during their time at UC San Diego.

Dining Plans

Now is a good time for your student to check their Dining Dollar and Triton Cash balances to make sure they have enough funds left for Winter and Spring Quarters. Students can check their balances and supporters can make additional deposits of both Dining Dollars or Triton Cash via the Transact eAccounts Portal online or via the Transact eAccounts app.

Triton Community Dining Plan

NEW! Introducing the optional Triton Community Dining Plan, available to any student enrolled at UC San Diego with or without a Housing Contract. Take advantage of the benefits offered through Triton Cash and residential dining, including promos, discounts, events, loyalty points and more!

This plan is perfect for commuter students who are ineligible for residential dining plans but want to participate in one. It is separate from the plans that are already part of the incoming and continuing student Housing Contract.

Service Support

Are you an alumni, family member, or university affiliate with questions about the housing contract process, the dining plan, campus housing fees and billing, or more? Submit a request!

Parent and Family Programs

We understand the impact families have on their student’s success. Along with the information provided here, we encourage you to visit our Parent and Family Programs page for even more resources and ways you can stay connected with the campus to partner with us in helping your student succeed.

A few wonderful resources are listed here:

Additional Resources:

We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please submit a Service Now case at support.ucsd.edu, call our main number at 858.534.4010 or email us anytime.

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