When living on campus, independence and structure go hand-in-hand. We provide a home base where students can grow academically, socially and emotionally.
If you're looking for instructions on how to apply for housing for the 2018–2019 school year, and your student is currently a Cal State LA student, go to the Housing Selection Process. If your student was just admitted to Cal State LA, congratuations! Visit How to Apply for New Admits.
Below, you'll find information about your student’s essential moving items and important dates and events. You'll also find an explanation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and our community standards for living.
What Your Student Should Bring
All apartments are fully furnished. Each bedroom has an extra-long twin bed, dresser drawers and a desk for each resident. The living and dining room have tables and chairs, as well as a storage room. Kitchens include a stove, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher. (Cookware, plates, cups and utensils are not included.)
We recommend bringing the following:
Bedroom
Pillows
Twin XL bed sheets and blankets
Mattress pad (optional)
Under-the-bed storage trays
Desk lamp
Small waste basket
Alarm clock (optional)
TV (optional)
Computer/laptop (optional)
Clothes hangers
Laundry basket or bag
Sewing kit
Bathroom
Towels
Bath mat
Shampoo and conditioner
Shower caddie
Hand, face and bath soap
Toilet paper
Comb or brush
Toothpaste and toothbrush
First Aid Kit: band aids, alcohol swabs, Q-tips, ace bandage, etc.
Kitchen
Cookware
Cooking utensils
Can opener
Pots
Pans
Bowls and plates
Cups, glasses, mugs
Silverware
Dish towels
Paper towels
Napkins
Food
Plastic storage bags
Food-storage containers
Cleaning Items
Non-abrasive all-purpose cleaner
Trash bags
Mop
Broom
Paper towels
Cleaning sponge
Disinfectant wipes
Dish soap
Laundry detergent and fabric softener
Iron and ironing board
Vacuum
Do Not Bring
Furniture
Microwave
Pets
Space heater
Refrigerator
Hot plate
Weapons, ammunition, fireworks, explosives or dangerous or flammable chemicals
Cost and Deadlines
See Rates & Dates.
Additional Resources
You can protect your student's belongings with renter's insurance from GradGuard.
For more information about your student’s housing needs, visit the following pages:
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that aims to protect the privacy of student education records. FERPA grants parents the right to their student’s academic records, but only until they turn 18, when the rights are transferred to the student. If your student wants to share their academic information with you, they must fill out and turn in a FERPA Form to the Office of Housing Services. To learn more about FERPA, visit the U.S. Department of Education's website.