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

Continuing Student 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 which begins on February 20th. Check the Deadlines & Details website for important dates!
Students without a housing guarantee (with a 2024-25 housing contract) will have the option to apply to the Room Selection Interest List February 20th through March 11th.
Students living off campus will have the option to apply to the Housing Waitlist in Mid-July.

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.

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

It's always 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.

Dining Plan Dollars remain active provided your student has an active Dining Plan. Dining Plan Dollars will expire at the end of the following Fall Quarter if your student does not select a plan for the next academic year. Triton Cash remains active provided your student has not gradated or left the University.

The Dining Plan cannot be changed to a lesser value, transferred, dropped, or refunded.

Triton Community Dining Plan

Everyone can take advantage of the optional Triton Community Dining Plan, available to any student enrolled at UC San Diego with or without a Housing Contract.

This plan is perfect for commuter students who are ineligible for residential dining plans but want to participate in one. The Triton Community Dining Plan is separate from the Contractual Dining Plans that are required as part of the 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.

Our business hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are closed for all University holidays.