Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at Occidental College.
Occidental College requires all first- and second-year students to live on campus. Students apply for housing through the Residential Life portal after receiving admission. Room assignments are made based on compatibility surveys and availability.
First-Year Students: First-year students are typically placed in freshman-designated halls (Orr, Braun, Stearns, and Erdman). The residential staff works to match students with compatible roommates based on lifestyle and study preferences.
Upperclass Students: Sophomores, juniors, and seniors participate in a room-selection lottery. Upperclass options include suite-style and apartment-style housing in halls like Stewart-Cleland, Pauley, Johnson, Rangeview, and Berkus, as well as The Bungalows for senior students.
Meal Plans: All residential students are required to purchase a meal plan. The Marketplace is the main all-you-care-to-eat dining hall, supplemented by campus coffee and convenience options.
Los Angeles, California, California
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2,100 total students
11 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orr Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Braun Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Stearns Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Erdman Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Haines Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming |
| Stewart-Cleland Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Johnson Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Pauley Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Rangeview Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Berkus Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| The Bungalows | — | — | — | 0 | 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
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