Dorming at UCLA works by assigning students to residence halls based on a combination of their preferences and availability, with priority given to freshmen and students with disabilities.
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Dorming at UCLA works by assigning students to on-campus residence halls based on a combination of their preferences and availability, with priority given to freshmen and students with disabilities. According to UCLA Housing, there are 14 residential communities on campus, each with its own unique features and identities. Students can rank their preferences for each community and their desired room type in the housing application. However, availability is not guaranteed and some students may be assigned to their second or third choices.
One interesting fact about dorming at UCLA is that the 14 residential communities range from traditional style residence halls to suites and apartments, catering to a wide range of student preferences. Additionally, a study by UCLA’s Higher Education Research Institute found that students who lived on campus were more likely to have higher GPAs and graduation rates compared to those who lived off campus.
Another interesting aspect of dorming at UCLA is the Resident Assistant (RA) program. RAs are student leaders responsible for creating community within the residence hall and providing support for their fellow students. As former RA and current professional speaker, Ben Nemtin, said, “Being an RA was the single most transformative experience of my life.”
Here is a table of the 14 residential communities at UCLA:
Residential Community | Room Types | Key Features |
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De Neve Plaza | Traditional-style residence hall | Newer facility with modern amenities, close to dining halls and campus resources |
De Neve Gardenia | Shared room suites | Spacious outdoor courtyard, located near the Hilltop Market and dining halls |
Hedrick Summit | Suites with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Newest and largest community, has a fitness center and rooftop lounge |
Hedrick Hall | Traditional-style residence hall | Newly renovated, close to Sunset Canyon Recreation Center |
Covel | Suites with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Houses the Global View Living Learning Community, has a pool and newly renovated dining hall |
Sproul | Traditional-style residence hall | Historical building, home to the Sproul Hall Grand Salon and close to Pauley Pavilion |
Rieber Terrace | Traditional-style residence hall | Has a rooftop lounge and is located near Sunset Village |
Rieber Vista | Suites with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Views of the LA skyline and access to Rendezvous Market and Canyon Pizza |
Saxon Suites | Apartments with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Has a fitness center and is located near the Anderson School of Management |
Dykstra Hall | Traditional-style residence hall | Located near Rendezvous Market and the Science and Engineering Library |
Blackburn | Suites with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Houses the Women in Science and Engineering Living Learning Community and is close to the John Wooden Center |
Riverside | Traditional-style residence hall | Located near the intramural fields and Sunset Canyon Recreation Center |
Sproul Landing | Suites with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Located near the LA Tennis Center and Drake Stadium |
Sunset Village | Apartments with private or shared bedrooms and bathrooms | Located near the Hilltop Market and Sunset Recreation Center. |
In conclusion, dorming at UCLA involves a complex system of assigning students to on-campus residence halls based on various factors such as preferences and availability. However, living on campus has been shown to have academic and social benefits for students.
Video related “How does Dorming work at UCLA?”
The dorm rooms at UCLA are detailed in this video, with the classic residence halls having communal, double or triple occupancy rooms with shared bathrooms. Despite concerns about cleanliness, UCLA does an excellent job of keeping the communal bathrooms clean. The classic halls come furnished with twin extra-large beds, a desk, a dresser, and closet space. The video also discusses upgraded versions of the classic halls, known as deluxe buildings, which have air conditioning. Plazas are larger than deluxe and classic buildings with private or shared bathrooms. The suite-style dorms have their own bathroom and living room for privacy. The YouTuber gives advice on meeting people, including studying in the study lounge, attending dorm events, and bringing photos and personal touches to the small room to make it feel homier.
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Lottery method
How do dorms work at UCLA? After being admitted, students participate in a lottery method, ranking both the number of roommates and all their housing preferences. Freshmen can usually get triples as their UCLA dorm room type, so keep that in mind while sorting out your preferences.
How do dorms work at UCLA? After being admitted, students participate in a lottery method, ranking both the number of roommates and all their housing preferences. Freshmen can usually get triples as their UCLA dorm room type, so keep that in mind while sorting out your preferences.
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