Housing

Spring 2025 Housing Application opens Monday, October 14, 2024

Spaces are limited. Housing applications are on a first-come, first-served basis. Please apply for housing no later than Monday, January 6, 2025.

How to Apply

1. Once accepted to an SFSU program you will get an SFSU Login. You will need the SFSU Login to apply. Go to SFSU Password Reset page to set up your SFSU Password and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
2. Click the 'Apply Now' button and log in to the online housing portal using your SFSU Login and Password.
3. Complete the License Agreement and pay the administration fee $100 initial fee at the time of application. The initial fee includes:
   • A $70 credit applied to your first installment
   • A $30 non-refundable application fee
   • The following activity fees will be charged at the beginning of each semester:  
     Spring $25
4. Email globaled@sfsu.edu to notify us that you applied for housing. 

New Applicant Process (Important Dates and Deadlines) 

Early Move-in Date: Friday, January 17, 2025 

Please check University Housing for updates. 

All housing rates and dates are estimates and subject to change. For the most accurate information, please refer to University Housing. 

ALI-EAP, Summer in San Francisco and University Pathway Program (UPP) Students

University housing spaces are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Students are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as they set up their SF State account.

Housing Type

• Mary Pak Hall (Residence Hall)

Important Dates

• Application Opens: Monday, March 24 at 9 a.m..
• Housing Availability: Thursday, May 29 – Saturday, August 9
• Move-in Dates:
  
  • R1, R4 and UPP: Thursday, May 29.
  • R3 and ALI-EAP B Session: Saturday, July 5.
  • ALI-EAP & ALI-EAP A: Please plan to arrive by May 28 to attend the program orientation on May 29. Email housing@sfsu.edu and copy globaled@sfsu.edu for early move-in requests and availability on May 28 (additional prorated fees apply). If May 28 early move-in is not available, you may consider exploring off-campus temporary housing options.
  • ALI-EAP B Session: Sunday, June 29. Contact housing@sfsu.edu to confirm your move-in date.
• Move-out Dates:
  • R1 & ALI-EAP A: Saturday, July 5.
  • R3, R4, ALI-EAP, & ALI-EAP B: Saturday, August 9.

Note: All dates are subject to change. 

Housing and Meal Plan Fees

• A meal plan is required for summer housing.
• If you are an ALI-EAP 10-week or UPP student, please visit Summer 2025 Housing & Meal Plan Fees for details.
• If you are a Summer in SF, ALI-EAP A or B student, please contact globaled@sfsu.edu for your program housing and meal plan rates.

How to Apply

• Set Up Your SF State Account:
• Create your password and enable two-factor authentication. Visit here for setup information.
• For setup assistance, contact the ITS Helpdesk.

1. Log in to the Housing Portal:
   • Use Google Chrome or Firefox for better compatibility.
   • Click the “Apply Now” button and log in with your SF State ID and password.
2. Complete Your Application:
   • Sign the License Agreement and pay the $100 initial fee:
     • $70 applied to your first installment.
     • $30 non-refundable application fee.
   • Activity Fee: $20 per semester (charged at the start of summer).
3. Notify the CGE Office:
   • Email globaled@sfsu.edu once you've submitted your application.
4. Arrange Move-in:
   • ALI-EAP students should contact housing@sfsu.edu and copy globaled@sfsu.edu to coordinate move-in dates.

Note: All housing information is subject to change. For the latest updates, please refer to University Housing. For housing-related inquiries—including questions about the housing application, license agreement, room assignments, move-in process or payments—please contact University Housing by email: housing@sfsu.edu or Phone: (415) 338-1067 directly.

STEM Exploration (SEP) and San Francisco Discover (SFD) Students

Housing Type: 

Towers at Centennial Square (TCS) 
Furnished one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites equipped with a kitchenette, living and dining area, and private bathroom. Students must purchase their own cookware, dishes and any other household goods needed. Each bedroom will be set up as a double or triple.

Housing Costs:

Notes:

• Housing is available weekly (Sunday to Saturday). You cannot arrive early or extend your contract. If you plan to stay longer in San Francisco, please make arrangements for off campus housing (see below).
• Check-in: 3 p.m. and check-out: 11 a.m.
• Rates include dinner nightly (5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.), breakfast on final day (7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.), and linen package (sheets, pillow case, pillow, mattress pad, bedspread, blanket and bath towel). Linens will be exchanged one time during your program.
• Housing spaces are very limited so you will be assigned based on the availability. Students are encouraged to apply by April 1, 2025. Students who apply by April 1 are guaranteed housing. The final deadline to apply is May 15, 2025.

How to Apply 
Go to STEM Exploration or SF Discover Apply.

You are encouraged to apply for campus housing at the time of your online application.
If you will be applying for the program through your university (not by the online application form), please let your university know your preference. 

The CGE office will email you once your housing is confirmed and will include the total cost and instructions on how to pay. Program tuition including housing fees will be due in full by May 22, 2025.

University housing spaces are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students admitted to a program are strongly encouraged to apply for housing as soon as they set up their SF State account or by the priority deadline of May 1, 2025. After this date, housing availability will become very limited, and students must complete their application and license agreement no later than May 31, 2025.

Housing Type:

Village at Centennial Square (VCS) is a safe and centrally located campus community with convenient access to campus facilities and resources. The apartments house a diverse mix of local and international students.

Housing Rates and Meal Plan Fee:

Village at Centennial Square (VCS) Housing & Meal Plan Fees

• Mandatory meal plan
• Academic Year (AY) license Agreement:

Housing license agreements period for VCS is for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. If your program ends Fall 2025 and return home, you will need to submit a ‘Cancel a License Agreement' by October 31, 2025. Please contact globaled@sfsu.edu for assistance.

How to Apply:

1. Set Up Your SFSU Account: After being admitted to an SFSU program, set up your SFSU password and enable two-factor authentication. Visit here to setup your account. For technical issues, contact the ITS Helpdesk for assistance.
2. Log in to the Housing Portal: Click the “Apply Now” button and log in to the online housing portal using your SFSU login and password.
3. Complete Your Application: Complete the License Agreement and pay the $100 initial administration fee. This fee includes:
   • A $70 credit applied to your first installment.
   • A $30 non-refundable application fee. 
        
     Activity Fees: $25 per semester (charged at the start of Fall and Spring).
4. Notify Us: Email globaled@sfsu.edu that you have submitted your housing application.
5. Housing Communications: Check your SF State email for room assignment and housing communications.
6. Arrange Early Move-in: Early move-in is available on Friday, August 15, 2025. To arrange your early move-in, contact University Housing at housing@sfsu.edu by Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Please note, early move-in cannot be accommodated without prior arrangement.

Important Dates:

(Subject to change)

Please check University Housing for updates.

• Early Move-in Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
  Contact University Housing at housing@sfsu.edu by Tuesday, July 15, 2025 to arrange early move-in. Please note, early move-in cannot be accommodated without prior arrangement.
• Fall Move-out Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
  This is for students enrolled in the Fall 2025 only. If your program concludes in Fall 2025, you must submit a “Cancel a License Agreement” through your housing portal by October 31, 2025.
• Spring Move-out Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026, by 10 a.m. PT 

All housing rates and dates are subject to change. For the most accurate information, please refer to University Housing. For any housing-related inquiries, including questions about the housing application, license agreement, room assignments, move-in process, or payments, please contact University Housing.

• Email: housing@sfsu.edu
• Telephone: (415) 338-1067

• URBANESTS
  Short-term and long-term housing options available
  Phone: (415) 949-0067
  Email: reservations@urbanests.com
   
• 4Stay
  Short-term and long-term housing and homestay options available
  Phone: (703) 982-7708
  Email: bookings@4stay.com

You may need temporary, short-term housing when you first arrive in San Francisco, while you are looking for a permanent place to live. It is important to have temporary housing before you come to San Francisco. The Center for Global Engagement is not able to find housing for you.

Hostels

Hostels (youth hostels) are cheaper than hotels, but you must share a room with several people. Residence hotels usually require a stay of one week or more and give a furnished room, meals, bed sheets and bath towels. Residence hotels may require that you pay a money deposit in advance in order to save a room. 
Hostels in San Francisco (PDF)

Hotels and Motels

The hotels and motels listed here are close to SFSU main campus and are good for a short stay of one week or less because they can be expensive: 
Hotels and Motels near SFSU (PDF)

• American Homestay Network
  American Homestay Network Pricing (per week)
   
• Universal Student Housing
  Universal Student Housing Pricing (minimum four-week stay required)
   
• International Student Placements
  International Student Placements Pricing (per month)

The residence club is located in the center of the city with a number of diverse neighborhoods within walking distance. Close to public transportation (approximately 10 minutes to downtown San Francisco, 40 minutes to main campus).

Type: Fully furnished single and double occupancy studios with private or shared bathroom. Linens and maid service are provided. Breakfast and dinner Monday - Saturday, Sunday brunch included in room rate.

Monroe Residence Club 
1870 Sacramento Street 
San Francisco, California 94109 
(415) 474-6200

Kenmore Residence Club
1570 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 776-5815