University of California, Santa Cruz: Can we cancel the housing contract before move-in?

By CollegeHousing.ai · Sources checked · 2026-27

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Yes, but cancellation fees apply once a student has a guaranteed or assigned space.

For the 2026–27 cycle, UCSC lists a $150 cancellation fee on or before July 1, $250 from July 2 through August 1, and $350 on or after August 2 for a reserved/guaranteed housing space. A waitlist application canceled before assignment has no cancellation fee.

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