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Black Oak Hall
The Future of First-Year Living!
Get ready for the ultimate start to your journey at CSUSM! Opening its doors for the Fall 2026 semester, Black Oak Hall is our brand-new, state-of-the-art traditional residence hall designed exclusively for first-year students. This building will be home to a vibrant, community where you’ll begin to build lasting connections from day one.
Designed for Your Success
Black Oak Hall is all about connection and convenience. Whether you’re hanging out in our modern social lounges, focusing on your goals in our dedicated study spaces, or settling into your double-occupancy room, you’ll be in a space built specifically to support your transition to university life.
Effortless Dining at Your Doorstep
At Black Oak Hall, your daily routine is streamlined so you can focus on what matters most:
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The Ultimate Convenience: The brand-new Kwíila Dining is located right within the building! Fresh, delicious meals are just a very short stroll from your room.
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Meal Plan Required: Because these rooms are designed for a classic, social residence hall experience, every resident is required to buy a meal plan.
Find Your Community
Black Oak Hall features specialized living opportunities to help you connect with peers who share your interests or academic goals:
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Specialized Housing: Including our Substance-Free, Gender Inclusive, & LGBTQ+ communities.
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Residential Learning Communities (RLCs): Dedicated spaces for students in CSTEM, CHABSS, & CoBa.
2026-2027 Applications - How & When to Apply
Amenities
Enjoy the many amenities offered to all CSUSM Housing Residents!
- Fitness Rooms
There are two fitness rooms located at UVA.
Cycling Room: C Building - 230
Cardio Center: D Building - 350
- Laundry Rooms
The laundry room is located on the first floor of Black Oak Hall adjacent to a large lounge and game room making it a pleasant space to relax or socialize. Laundry is included in the cost of housing! Just bring your laundry detergent!
- Pool Area
There is a resort-style beach entry pool at UVA, a spacious sun deck, and poolside chaise lounges. Black Oak Hall residents are welcome to use the pool area.
There is a resort-style beach entry pool at UVA, a spacious sun deck, and poolside chaise lounges.
Floor Plans
- Black Oak Hall offers double-occupancy spaces.
Check out our updated Housing Options & Cost!
Parcel Pending
Black Oak Hall utilizes Parcel Pending as our package management system. All residents will be required to sign up for Parcel Pending if they plan to receive packages at Black Oak Hall. ParcelPending Sign Up!