House Hunters Housing
The University Town Center (UTC) offers short term summer housing to assist UCSC students actively seeking housing in the off-campus community.
Eligibility:
2025-26 returning and admitted UCSC students only. Students may be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Accommodations:
- All rooms have private bathrooms, kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, sinks, and two stove top burners.
- No linens provided; bring towels, sleeping bag, pillow or other bedding. Bed size is twin XL.
- The rental rate is for a bed space, not a whole room, and student may be assigned to a room with others.
Rate:
$39.08 per person per night
(charges billed to student’s university account)




Reservations:
Housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis from Friday, June 27 to Monday, September 1, 2025.
Space is subject to availability. 5 night maximum stay.
A minimum of 48 business-hour (Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm) advance reservation is required.
E-mail utc@ucsc.edu with any questions or to receive access to the House Hunters application.
You will receive an email notification when your reservation is confirmed.
Housing Publications - Terms & Conditions
Check-in:
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (For arrival outside of these hours, make prior arrangements with staff.)