Promise Housing

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Live on UC Merced’s campus while attending Merced College.

The “Promise” Intersegmental Affordable Student Housing Building is a collaborative project between UC Merced and Merced College, designed to support the transition of Merced College transfer students into UC Merced’s academic community.

  • Fully furnished units
  • All inclusive living
  • On-site staff & RAs
  • Free transportation between campuses
  • Financial aid eligible

  • Located on UC Merced’s Campus – Promise Housing is situated directly on the UC Merced campus on Bellevue Road, adjacent to existing residence halls and campus infrastructure.
  • Direct Access to UC Merced Resources – Residents benefit from proximity to UC Merced academic buildings, student services, campus programming, and transit systems.
  • Transit-Supported Connectivity – Students have access to UC Merced transit services and city bus routes, with additional bike infrastructure improvements underway between campuses.

Affordable Student Housing

Scheduled for completion in late 2026, with move-in starting in January 2027

  • Housing

    488 beds allocated between Merced College and UC Merced students

  • Resources

    Dedicated Transfer Student Resource Center to serve students

  • Community

    Opportunities for students to engage with the campus and each other

Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions