University of California, Los Angeles
📍 Los Angeles, CA
Quick take
UCLA's classic and deluxe residence halls, plazas and residential suites generally use 36 × 80-inch Twin XL mattresses. The bathroom and living-space setup varies by room type, and only university staff may adjust lofted or bunked beds.
Start with the room type
UCLA's undergraduate housing includes classic and deluxe residence halls with community bathrooms, plazas with shared or private bathrooms, and residential suites with bedrooms, a living room and bathroom.
Confirm in the housing assignment: building and room type, number of occupants, community, shared or private bathroom, elevated, bunked or standard bed configuration, included suite furniture, and current move-in appointment.
Bedding rule
UCLA lists 36 × 80-inch extra-long Twin mattresses for its standard undergraduate residence halls, plazas and suites. Bring Twin XL bedding and confirm the assignment if the student is placed in another housing category.
What UCLA provides
Each undergraduate resident generally receives a Twin XL bed and mattress, desk and desk chair, drawer storage and closet space, and window coverings. UCLA also provides trash and recycling bins. Suite living rooms include furniture such as a couch, coffee table and lamps. Exact furniture varies by housing type.
Bed adjustments and storage
Triple rooms may include a bunk bed and an elevated loft-style bed. For earthquake safety, UCLA says only certified university installers may assemble or alter lofts and bunks.
Bed-adjustment requests are handled through the UCLA Housing portal during the university's stated request period and may carry a fee. Do not bring bricks, personal loft kits or improvised supports. Earthquake safety is not the category for creative DIY. Wait for the room assignment before buying under-bed storage.
What to pack first
- Twin XL sheets and bedding
- Waterproof mattress protector
- Towels, toiletries and shower supplies
- Shower caddy and shower shoes for community bathrooms
- Laundry hamper and supplies
- Hangers, desk lamp and fan
- Approved surge protector
- Compact cleaning supplies
- Personal medications and first-aid items
UCLA notes that front desks have vacuums available to borrow, and campus printing kiosks may make a personal printer unnecessary.
Appliances and shared items
Freestanding microwaves are not permitted in undergraduate residence halls. UCLA offers an approved MicroFridge option. Confirm current ordering and appliance rules before purchasing. Coordinate rugs, fans, cleaning supplies and bathroom extras with roommates.
Before move-in
- Review the assignment and bathroom style.
- Confirm the move-in appointment and unloading instructions.
- Read UCLA's current What to Bring and What Not to Bring list.
- Keep ID, bedding, medication, toiletries and chargers accessible.
- Photograph the room condition and report problems promptly.
Official sources
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