xučyun ruwway Apartments, is a new and vibrant five-building apartment community for UC Berkeley graduate and undergraduate students. Learn about amenities, who is eligible to apply, floor plans, and more on our xučyun ruwway webpage. Or read on for answers to some of the most common questions about this property.
General Questions
- Why are undergraduates being offered housing at xučyun ruwway?add
While it is true that xučyun ruwway was originally conceived as being wholly for single graduate students, the campus has recently reconsidered the demand from our various student populations and we've now expanded eligibility to single undergraduates who may be interested.This, in turn, will enable us to offer much-needed housing to upper class undergraduates (i.e., “sophomores,” third- and fourth-years) and support our ability to offer housing to more students. Historically, the campus has not always been able to offer housing to students beyond their first year (i.e. “freshmen,” and first-year transfers).
- Will undergraduates and graduates have their own residential buildings?add
Our updated plans will house undergraduates in separate buildings/wings, and will not reside in the same buildings or floors as graduate residents. As a community, you will share common amenities like the fitness center, study rooms, and outdoor spaces.
- Will there be community-based professional staff on-site supporting both the graduate and undergraduate students?add
Graduate and Family Living will be supporting graduate and undergraduate students living at xučyun ruwway similarly to students living close to campus. For example, they will be supported by both paraprofessional and professional staff who are on-duty to respond to daytime and after-hours needs. There are community standards and guidelines which all residents will need to abide by.
- What public transportation at xučyun ruwway will get me to campus?add
Direct AC Transit buses to campus are available from the complex, which is located in Albany 3.5 miles northwest of campus. Specifically, we recommend taking AC Transit bus #52 which will have a designated bus stop right at the entrance to the building. Additionally, there is secured bicycle storage at the building and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is nearby as well. UC Berkeley students have free access to AC Transit via the AC Transit Student EasyPass.
- How do I get a parking permit at xučyun ruwway?addThere are a limited number of parking permits at xučyun ruwway offered for an additional $75/month. Once you accept your housing placement offer you will be instructed how to join the residential parking waiting list for this location. If you plan to use your car to commute to campus you will need to apply for an additional student parking permit through Berkeley Parking and Transportation.
Undergraduate Student Questions
- I’m an upperclassman undergraduate student and I’ve already accepted an offer elsewhere in Housing. Can I switch to xučyun ruwway?add
Yes, if you would be interested in switching your housing assignment to a single bedroom in our brand-new apartment complex, xučyun ruwway, please email reshall@berkeley.edu as soon as possible.
- I’m an undergraduate student who’s interested in xučyun ruwway. Can I afford it?add
xučyun ruwway is considered an on-campus apartment with financial aid. As with other undergraduate campus housing options, you’ll pay no deposit, you don’t have to worry about credit checks, your financial aid can be applied, and billing goes through Cal Central. Additionally, we’re happy to share that if you decide to move to the new complex, all utilities such as water, electricity, and internet will be included in the monthly rent.
- I’m an undergraduate who wants to live at xučyun ruwway. How will I be billed?add
You will be billed monthly for residing at xučyun ruwway and payment can be made via Cal Central. Payment is due on the 1st day of each month. If you are a financial aid recipient, only one month’s rent will be posted to your account when financial aid disburses, which means you will likely receive a refund. It will be your responsibility to save that money and apply it to each monthly payment thereafter.
- I’m an undergraduate who wants to live at xučyun ruwway. Will I have to sign a 12 month housing agreement?add
No, undergraduates living at xučyun ruwway will be given an academic contract with a move in date of August 24, 2024 and a move-out date of May 18, 2025.
- I’m an undergraduate who wants to live at xučyun ruwway. How does rent for August and May work then?add
Your rent will be prorated based upon the nights resided at xučyun ruwway for the months of August and May.
- I am a senior and plan to be a graduate student in Fall 2025. Can I live in xučyun ruwway for academic year 2024-2025 and then live in xučyun ruwway for summer 2025, and then academic year 2025-2026?add
Undergraduate students transitioning to a graduate program for the upcoming academic year can remain in the building under a graduate housing agreement.
Graduate Student Questions
- I’m a graduate with an already-signed xučyun ruwway agreement and I would like to engage in a location transfer. How do I do that?add
If you would like to engage in a location transfer to one of our other single-graduate housing options, please reach out to graduatestudenthousing@berkeley.edu for support.
- I am a graduate student graduating in Spring, can I be let out of my housing agreement at the same time as the undergraduates living at xučyun ruwway?add
No, the graduate housing agreement is a 12 month agreement that ends on July 31st. The undergraduate is 10 months with a move-out date on the Sunday after spring finals (May 18, 2025).
- I am a graduate student and I’m concerned about the cost of living at xučyun ruwway - what can I do to make it affordable?add
UC Berkeley also has several programs and campus resources available to help students finance the full Cost of Attendance, which includes tuition and fees, books, housing, food, and transportation. More information about these resources is on the Financial Aid & Scholarships website.
- What are the move-in and move-out days for Graduate students at xučyun ruwway?addGraduate students move-in on August 15, 2024, and move-out on July 31, 2025, in alignment with a Graduate academic year housing agreement. Graduate students will have the option to renew their housing agreement.