On Campus Housing
It's Hard to Beat On-Campus Living!
There are many ways to experience campus life, but it’s hard to beat the rich experiences of on-campus living.
Why On-Campus Housing?
Coalinga College is one of the few California Community Colleges which provides students with the option of on-campus housing.
Our goal is provide students with a safe, secure living environment which, in turn, encourages your academic success. Many studies have show that students who live on campus not only have a higher GPA, but are more likely to graduate. All while living in caring environment which helps promote a better understanding of different cultures and lifestyles while teaching students about responsibility.
The Housing Application Process
To apply for housing you must complete these five steps:
- Apply for Admission and be admitted to Coalinga College Admissions Application
- Apply for Financial Aid Complete a FAFSA Application even if you feel you will not qualify for financial aid assistance. (Excluding International Students)
- Apply for Residence Hall Housing and Pay Deposit Fee To apply for on campus housing complete the online application
- Make Arrangements to pay for on-campus Housing Expenses After initial application approval and prior to room assignment you must make the necessary arrangements to pay for housing and tuition (if applicable). The financial aid office or international student office representative will contact you with further details.
- Sign a housing contract for the semester
The housing application process will not be considered finalized until all steps have been completed in full.To begin the on housing application process click on the following link:
Start Housing Application
(myWestHills Login Required)Download our handy on-campus housing handbook which includes all the information you need to apply as well as all housing rules and regulations residents must follow to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
On-Campus Housing HandbookTo qualify for on-campus housing, students must be registered as a full-time student (15 units of credit each semester) and maintain a 2.0 GPA. Students who qualify for on-campus housing must purchase a meal plan.
Payment arrangement for total cost of fees, tuition and housing are to made prior to your arrival. The Financial Aid office will work with you once a total has been established. If you have a remaining balance from a previous semester, you may not be allowed to register for classes or on-campus housing until the balance has been resolved. Lastly, you must be enrolled in a minimum of 15 units and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
For an estimate of cost and breakdown, please complete our on-campus housing cost estimator above.
- Due to limited space, we encourage students to apply for Fall housing before July 1 and for Spring housing by Dec. 1 of each year. After these dates, students must contact On-Campus Housing at (559) 934-2370 to check for availability.
Fall 2024 & spring 2025 move in dates will be announced soon
Flexible & Affordable On-Campus Housing
Living on campus is a convenient, and cost-effective housing option which allows students to get the college experience away from home in a supportive small school environment!
Benefits of On-Campus Living
- Fully equipped double occupancy rooms come with bed, mattress, study desk, closet, and drawer chest to store your essentials.
- Seven days a week housekeeping service included
- Free high speed WiFi
- On-site laundry facilities
- Readily available study rooms complete with computers and printers to help you succeed.
- Entertainment game room complete with ping pong tables, pool table, and board games