California State Polytechnic University - Pomona - Campus Housing - Campus Housing

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On-Campus Housing Available?		Yes
Campus Housing Capacity		3,520
Average Housing Costs		$6,327
Undergrads Living On Campus		9%
Freshmen Living On Campus		33%
Number of Dormitories		10
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments		3
Best Freshman Dorms		Alamitos
Best Upperclassman Dorms		The Village
Worst Freshman Dorms		Cedritos
Worst Upperclassman Dorms		Aliso

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To put it politely, campus housing is a tad tight when it comes to room sizes. To put it bluntly, the rooms are WAY too small to expect two or even three students to live comfortably together. Each room can be 165 to 184 square feet; that means if two people are living together, each only gets 82 to 92 square feet to fit their entire lives they dragged from home.

Whether or not you like living in the dorms doesn’t relate to size as much as it does to whether or not you and your roommate get along. If you get a fun roomie, you scored big! If you got an awful roommate, you’re out of luck until you can figure out a way to trade rooms. The real reason most people live in the dorms is that it’s a great way to meet new people and socialize. Many students claim that you can’t have the full college experience until you’ve survived at least a year living in the dorms. Living in the dorms allows you to partake in more activites on campus and lets you avoid the horror that is parking and make it to class more easily.

The Residential Suites are much more spacious than the dorms, and something to consider after your first year, as they quickly fill up with upperclassmen. The Suites have their own kitchens, which is a nice change from eating at the Commons at least twice a day. Vista Café is conveniently close to the Suites, as well. A third option for campus housing is the University Village apartments. Most upperclassmen choose to live here because it gives them a little more freedom when it comes to parties and choosing their roommates, while still allowing them to be really close to campus. All apartments are fully furnished, although the furnishings that come with the apartment are bland, and they don’t allow you to bring your own tables or chairs to spice things up.

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jessicavan819

Psychology '15

B

If You Put Yourself Out There

If you put yourself out there, there are many ways to meet people. The dorms are the best ways to meet new people. I recommend this for Freshmen. The suites are more worth the money, very nice, new, and private. There are many clubs to join as long as you look.

May 08, 2012

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avnopwaskey

Computational and Applied Mathematics '15

A-

Living in the Dorms

Living in a dorm is like packing three weeks of outfits in a small suitcase. There is little privacy in a room with three girls, but this is the cheapest choice they provide to live on campus. I don't live near my school so I have to live on campus and hope for enough financial aid to pay for all of the expenses. I not only go to school, but I also have a job and am still looking for another job.The nights are long and the food in college taste very weird. There are many nice people to meet but there are also those that you wish weren't so loud when your trying to study for your finals. College life is expensive, but in order to achieve my hopes and dreams I will pay the price and live in the crammed room of a small luggage bag.

Apr 19, 2012

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marciamelow

Hospitality Management '16

B

Great Environment

Some of the dorms are in need of renovation but they are a great place to learn and hang out with friends!

Apr 17, 2012

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User rating for California State Polytechnic University - Pomona - Campus Housing is 3.5 out of 5 based on 33 user reviews.

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Types of Housing Offered		Apartments for single students Coed dorms
What You Get		Central air and heating (apartments) Full kitchen with range, oven, full-size refrigerator and waste disposal (apartments) Individual mailboxes for each resident Recreational facilities (swimming pool and lighted basketball court)

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University housing offers contact information for an outside company that rents out equipment needed for housing.

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Fitness Express is a gym located near the Halls, and it is free to all students living in the Halls.

DormitoriesWhat's This?

Alamitos
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 212
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Doubles, Triples
Special Features: Healthy Choices Hall—programs in this hall focus on helping to create a well-rounded and healthy lifestyle for its residents. Programming includes academic, athletic, spiritual, career, social, and cultural content.

Aliso
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 212
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, Triples
Special Features: Open Space—this hall lets residents chose their own theme for their hall each quarter. Themes generally revolve around academics, personal achievements, or other current issues.

Cedritos
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 185
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, Triples
Special Features: Step it Up—this program involves First Year First Step mentoring to get its residents to develop leadership skills and encourage personal and academic goals.

Encinitas
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 212
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, Triples
Special Features: First Year First Step—this hall is generally made up of first-year students. Programs influence the residents to get involved and get to know each other through study groups, socials, and networking.

Montecito
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 212
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, Triples
Special Features: Environmental Design—those interested in environmental design choose to live here to interact and participate in specialized programs.

Palmitas
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 185
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Special Features: Computer Interest Hall—workshops and open forums promote technology and computer-use in this residence hall.

Riverfront
Floors: 2
Number of Occupants: 12
Bathrooms: Shared by wings
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Deck access, pond view, laundry facilities, satellite TV, TV/study lounges, balconies.

Sunspace
Floors: 2
Number of Occupants: 8
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: 4-person doubles suites
Special Features: Vaulted ceilings, private-entry rooms, laundry facilities, satellite TV, TV/study lounges.

Vista Bonita
Floors: 3 four-story units
Number of Occupants: 216
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly upperclassmen
Room Types: 2- and 4-person singles suites (Unit #3 features two singles and a double room per suite)
Special Features: Fully furnished living rooms, kitchenettes, laundry facilities, easy access to Vista Café.

Vista del Sol
Floors: 3 four-story units
Number of Occupants: 204
Bathrooms: In-room (some shared by two rooms)
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly upperclassmen
Room Types: 2- and 4-person singles suites (Unit #3 features two singles and a double room per suite)
Special Features: Fully furnished living rooms, kitchenettes, laundry facilities, easy access to Vista Café.

Campus-Owned ApartmentsWhat's This?

Phase 1
Floors: 2
Number of Units: 400
Bathrooms: 2 per apartment
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: 4-person apartments with double bedrooms
Special Features: Dining rooms, kitchens, patio or balcony.

Phase 2
Floors: 2
Number of Units: 400
Bathrooms: 2 per apartment
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: 4-person apartments with single bedrooms
Special Features: Dining rooms, kitchens.

Phase 3
Floors: 3
Number of Units: 500
Bathrooms: 2 per apartment
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: 4-person apartments with single bedrooms
Special Features: Same as Phase 2, but the rooms are slightly bigger and the building is newer.

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