<p>I picked the mid-level meal plan (14) but opted for the “premium” version because that allows meal credits not used during the week to roll over instead of losing the meal credit altogether. It was more flexible this way because there are some days I won’t be able to go back to the dining halls to eat and might have to grab something quick near class. </p>
<p>I also somehow got a single room - wait listed then accepted to UCLA. I basically got whatever was leftover from the people who already picked their housing. This makes sense since students wanted double/triple rooms more because they’re cheaper. Doubles are rare, though. I guess if I have to live on campus for only one year, the cost is okay. Older students I know are able to rent a place close by with friends for 700-800 a month. That, along with not being required to be on the meal plan, would make the subsequent years cheaper for housing.</p>