Check-In Spring 2026

Welcome Home 'Runner!

Dear Runners and family, we are so excited to welcome you to campus!
In this newsletter you will find important and helpful information to prepare for your move to campus.

Please continue to check this page as new information is added regularly!

When is Check In?

FRIDAY, January 16th, 2026
SATURDAY, January 17th, 2026

We ask that you plan to check in and have your ID with you during the time windows above to ensure that you, and other students, can get the assistance and information you may need from our staff who will be available during these time frames.

Where is check In?

Check in is at the Student Housing East Community Center
8501 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311
* Use Google Maps to find us!
Room Tour
An occupied double suite.
All spaces, whether double, triple, or single, include a great deal of shared space.
We ask that you pack with the knowledge that space is limited and it is easier to bring more items later than to run out of space on check in day!
SHE Double Floorplan
SHE Double Floorplan

Which Bed Is Mine?

Bed spaces are assigned! 

Your room assignment includes which bed you are assigned to.
Ex. Juniper Hall-101-A1

Building = Juniper Hall
Room = 101
Bed Space = A1

 

Make sure that you move in to your assigned space or you will be required to move and could be charged for damages/cleaning.
Double Suite with Bed Spaces Labeled
Each bed, desk, dresser, chair, etc. is labeled and assigned to your bed space.

Can I Pick My Roommate?

Room placement is complete!

The deadline to select a preferred roommate was August 1st.

*Your selection is not guaranteed. Roommates must select and approve each other and assignments are subject to space availability.

If you are interested in changing your roommate/room assignment, there will be several events and activities over the first 6 weeks of the semester that you are encouraged to participate in. During that time, if you find a new roommate(s) you can participate in Rooms Day, which is a large-scale room swap event. Please note that there is a room freeze for the first 6 weeks of the semester and no room assignment changes will be made during that time.

*There is no Roommate Selection in the Spring or Summer*

What to Bring?

Bedding

  • Twin XL sheet set(s)
  • Pillow + bed set
  • Mattress pad
  • Detergent
  • Rolling/portable hamper
  • Hangers

 

Toiletries

  • Toilet Paper *Not Provided*
  • Cleaning supplies (students are able to check out cleaning kits, vacuums, & mops from the front desk throughout the year)
  • Toothbrush + Toothpaste + Soap
  • Shampoo + Conditioner
  • Towels
  • Trash Can
  • Shower caddy + shoes

School Supplies

  • Laptop/Computer/Tablet
  • Headphones
  • Notebooks + Pens + Pencils + Highlighters
  • Post-its + Index cards
  • Planner
  • Backpack
  • White Board

 

Miscellaneous

  • Medication(s)
  • Trashcan
  • Storage bins
  • Over-the-door mirror
  • Batteries
  • Printer
  • First Aid Kit
  • Room Lights

- PROHIBITED ITEMS -

Do Not Bring These to Campus

  • Pets/animals (except a fish in a 10-gallon tank or smaller)
  • Microwaves
  • Toasters/toaster ovens
  • Candles or incense
  • Electronic frying pans, coffee makers (coffee makers *anything with a hot plate is prohibited* ) or hot plates
  • Space heaters
  • Halogen lamps 
  • Motor scooters or hoverboards

Are You Planning on Bringing a Car?

All cars on campus must have a parking permit (except on Move-In Day). 
Visit Parking Services for details on how to purchase a permit.
Housing

When Is My Housing Payment Due?

Housing fees for Spring 2026 are due on Friday, January 16, 2026. 

Financial Aid will be applied (pay out) to your student account prior to this date, if you have completed all of the required tasks and "To Do" list items on your myCSUB task list. If you have not yet completed the FAFSA, or if you have questions regarding your financial aid award, please contact the Financial Aid office directly. The amount left over after your financial aid award pays out is what you are expected and responsible to pay.

Submit a Payment Plan

To Enroll in a CA Resident's Payment Plan follow these steps:
  1. Log into myCSUB
  2. Scroll to the Finances section in myCSUB
  3. Click the blue box with white lines
  4. Select Enroll in a payment plan
  5. Select Spring 2026 Housing
  6. Review the payment plan information/agreement
  7. Click Enroll and make note of your payment plan due dates
Click the link below for a How-To Guide and select "How to Enroll in a Payment Plan (CA Residents Only)"

Or contact Student Financial Services at (661) 654-3225
Housing Payment Plan

Apply for Scholarships

Have you singed up for Roadrunner Scholarship Universe yet? 
There are also external scholarships you can apply for.
Scholarship Info

How Do I Make Payments?

  • Payments may be made online by electronic check (no fee) or credit card though your myCSUB using MasterCard, VISA, American Express and Discover cards with a 2.65% convenience fee. Read our payment instructions.
  • You may pay by cash, check, money order or cashier's check in person at either the main campus cashier windows or Antelope Valley campus cashier windows. Checks may be mailed to the following address;

CSUB Cashier Office 35 ADM
California State University, Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, Ca 93311-1099

Please make sure you student ID number is included on any form of payment to ensure it is applied to the proper account.

Have more questions?

Visit our frequently asked questions page!