What is the true annual cost of living in a UC Santa Cruz residence hall?
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For 2026–27, the actual annual amount depends on room type and meal plan; residence-hall totals combine room charges with the required selected meal plan.
UCSC publishes 2026–27 room rates by housing type and 2026–27 meal-plan prices. For example, residence-hall housing rates vary by occupancy, and students must add/select a required residence-hall meal plan; campus apartments generally do not require a meal plan. Parents should use the exact assigned room plus selected plan rather than a campuswide average.
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