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Simplify your daily routine with on-campus housing. Eliminate the stress of a daily commute and enjoy easy access to workspaces, learning spaces, and campus amenities. Whether you are faculty, staff, or a student with a family, you will find the comfort of a vibrant, supportive neighborhood.

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Am I Eligible for On-campus Housing?

Employment or full-time student status must be maintained through the duration of residency. Students are required to be enrolled at SFSU for 15 or more units per semester (undergraduates) or 9 or more units per semester (grad students) and demonstrating academic progress.

Eligible Primary Licensees

Current faculty, staff or student with family.

Additional Licensees

Spouse, registered domestic partner or legal dependent.

Do I Qualify for On-campus Housing?

To qualify for on-campus housing, all faculty, staff, and students with families will need the following:

  • Verifiable income that is 2.5 times the amount of the license fee
  • A qualifying credit report
  • Positive rental references with no prior evictions
  • A satisfactory background check

Documents and Fees

Once your application is complete, you will need to provide the required documentation and pay the applicable fees. The screening process will begin once all documentation and fees are received.

Required Documents

PROOF OF INCOME | Previous two months of verifiable income or prior year’s tax returns (if self-employed). An offer letter from SFSU (faculty/staff) or a financial aid award (students) is also accepted.


PHOTO ID | Valid government-issued driver’s license or identification card. For international applicants, a passport, visa, and a current I-20 are required.


PROOF OF AFFILIATION WITH SFSU | SFSU ID and an offer letter from SFSU (faculty/staff) or an admission letter (students).



Additional Items for Students with families


PARENT LETTER | a certified statement if parents/guardians are providing financial support. 

CLASS SCHEDULE | current or future

DEPENDENT VERIFICATION | e.g. birth certificate

Required Fees

Application Fee |  $85
Holding Deposit to Reserve Unit | $500 


Please Note: Each person over the age of 18 in the household must fill out an application and pay the $85 application fee. No cash is accepted.  

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