California State University, Monterey Bay: Are first-year students required to live on campus?

By CollegeHousing.ai · Sources checked · 2026-27

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Yes, for first-year students who do not live in Monterey, Santa Cruz or San Benito counties.

CSUMB states that first-year and sophomore students whose home is outside Monterey, Santa Cruz or San Benito counties are required to live in university housing. A first-year student seeking cancellation must use the Live-On Requirement Exception Request process.

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