Imperial Valley Housing
Opening Fall 2026
SDSU Imperial Valley and Imperial Valley College’s joint student housing project will host up to 80 students at SDSU Imperial Valley, Calexico. The project marks the first student housing project at SDSU Imperial Valley and will be open to students enrolled at either SDSU Imperial Valley or Imperial Valley College. This collaborative community brings students from both institutions together, representing a significant step in expanding opportunities for students to pursue their academic success in the Imperial Valley.
Housing Interest List
Join the housing interest list to receive updates on important housing information as it becomes available
Housing Eligibility
SDSU Imperial Valley housing is open to current Imperial Valley College and SDSU Imperial Valley students. To qualify for SDSU Imperial Valley Housing, students must:
- Be enrolled at SDSU Imperial Valley or Imperial Valley College
- Take an average of 12 degree-applicable units per semester (exceptions may apply).
- Meet low-income household criteria of at least one of the following: Pell Grant, Cal Grant, California Community College Promise Grant or California Dream Act (AB 540)
- Meet income requirements
Graduate students may also qualify if they meet the criteria listed above.
For more information about financial aid eligibility, SDSU Imperial Valley students can visit imperialvalley.sdsu.edu/financial-aid, and Imperial Valley College students can visit imperial.edu/financial-aid.
Benefits of Living On Campus
Living on campus offers comprehensive access to academic support and resources within a supportive student community. Students attending SDSU Imperial Valley enjoy direct access to their classes, library and campus events. Imperial Valley College students benefit from a quick commute and convenient access to nearby transit
Benefits of living on campus include:
- Academic Success: Students who live on campus have an improved academic performance with higher GPAs and better retention rates than those living off campus.
- Belonging: Living on campus allows students to build community and relationships that extend beyond the classroom.
About The Community
Amenities
- Air conditioning
- After-hours on-call support (urgent issues)
- Full kitchen
- Furnished
- On-site laundry
- On-site property manager
- Private bathrooms
- Streaming service
- Twin XL bed size
- Utilities included
- Wi-Fi
Floor Plans
License Agreement and Rates
License Agreement
The license agreement term length for SDSU Imperial Valley Housing is 11.5 months (August 2026 to July 2027).
By signing the Student Housing License Agreement, a student is indicating that they are an adult who is mature and capable of handling the responsibilities of living on campus, which include being accountable for their behavior, recognizing the compromises necessary when living with others and confronting someone who violates their rights. The terms and conditions, as well as policies and regulations, govern all residents. By completing and signing the license agreement, a student agrees to all of these provisions. Please read these provisions carefully before submitting a completed license agreement on the Housing Portal.
Housing Rates
More information about housing rates will be provided soon.
Contact Housing
Zoom Virtual Front Desk
https://SDSU.zoom.us/j/99078582970
Housing representatives are available to assist you virtually via Zoom Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. PST
Phone
619-594-5742
Housing representatives are available to assist you via phone Monday through Friday, from noon - 4 p.m. PST
Email
[email protected]
Housing representatives typically respond within 1-2 business days. Please specify in your email that your inquiry is about Imperial Valley Housing.
If you are an Imperial Valley College student and would like more information about additional student housing options, please contact [email protected] or (760) 355-5727
