Transfer Student Success Residential Experience Program Application Information
Who is Eligible For The Transfer Student Success Residential Experience Program at UCR?
To be eligible for RCC Transfer Student Success Housing located on the UCR campus, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits with RCC as your primary college
- Must be Pell eligible under the Free Application for Student Financial Aid (FASFA) Application with RCC as your primary college of attendance
- Must be in Good Academic Standing (2.0GPA or higher)
- Must plan to transfer from RCC to a four-year university, preferably UCR
- Must commit to a lease agreement from August 23, 2025 – June 23, 2026. You will have the opportunity to extend the lease for the following year if all eligibility requirements remain valid.
What is the Selection Process?
The selection process will be determined using a mult-point scoring rubric and committee.
Why RCC/UCR Transfer Student Success Residential Experience Program?
Meaningful Connections
Research shows that students who live on campus have stronger connections with faculty, better relationships with their peers, and participate in more student activities.
Graduation Goals
Students who live on campus have higher graduation rates and graduate faster than those who live off campus.
Peace of Mind Financially
There are no hidden fees or change of contract rates once you move in. If someone moves out of your room or apartment, you will never be obligated to pay their bill; and if you are having issues in your room, our staff can help! We encourage you to contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships regarding how best to finance living on-campus.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline (April 28)
- We are accepting applications on a Rolling basis.
- Selection Process (March 3 – April 28)
- You will be notified within the window from March 3 to April 28, continuing from the launch date until all beds are filled.
- Notification Deadline begins May 1st
- The notification deadline starts on May 1st and will continue until all individuals have been notified.
- UCR Housing Roommate Match Deadline
- Individuals will have one week after notification to accept their assignment in the UCR housing roommate matching system. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from housing.
- Non-Refundable Fee Deadline
- Non-Refundable Fee Deadline (TBD)
- Move In Date (Aug 23)
Student Application Checklist
Below you will find a checklist to ensure you have completed all the steps needed to be considered for housing.
- STEP 1: Submit your housing application.
- STEP 2: Apply for Financial Aid
- If you do not apply for financial aid you will not be eligible for housing.
- STEP 3: Housing applications and related data are compiled.
- STEP 4: RCC confirms your eligibility and priority status.
- STEP 5: Approved applications are forwarded to UCR.
- STEP 6: UCR reaches out to engage with applicants.
- STEP 7: Complete Roommate Matching
- If you do not complete Roommate Matching you will not be able to continue the application process and move in.
- STEP 8: RCC will collect $100 housing deposit (Date of collection, TBD)
- STEP 9: Sign lease/contract
- STEP 10: Move into your new housing as an RCC student!
📢 Information Sessions
Have questions? Join one of our upcoming information sessions. Stay tuned for the dates.
About The Transfer Student Success Residential Experience Program
The Academic Year 2025-2026 student housing application is now open. Students are encouraged to apply early as assignments are made based on application submission date and space availability.
RCC Residents on the innovative RCC/UCR housing community will enjoy a variety of amenities designed to enhance both academic success and personal well-being.
Discover meal plan options designed to make on-campus dining convenient, affordable, and tailored to your needs. The costs and benefits of purchasing a meal plan for RCC/UCR housing varies, learn more.
