<p>Im not sure if Ill go to this school but
if I did I would live on campus
But I heard that I have to pay the first deposit out of my on pocket
what If I cant afford it ( its over $600)
is there ANY way I could get financial aid to cover this?</p>
<p>I am in the same boat man I wish people answered questions like this on here instead of the super obvious ones that a million people rush to answer.</p>
<p>Their FAQ says that the housing deposit must be paid with personal funds, but that subsequent payments can be paid with financial aid. Why don’t you give the housing office a call to see if there might be any other options?
“Student residents who anticipate having difficulty making a housing payment should contact the Resident Accounts Office at (951) 827-6350 BEFORE the problem causes a late payment to discuss an alternative payment schedule”</p>
<p>It seems rather ridiculous that students with a zero EFC are expected to put up so much money at this time of the year.</p>
<p>Do either of you qualify for Pell grants? If so, some schools will waive these deposits since they know these kids don’t have the means to make these deposits.</p>
<p>If you do qualify for Pell, then ask for a deposit waiver.</p>
<p>Yes
My EFC is 0
Ill give them a call.
Thanks!</p>
<p>hey i was wondering if you got new information about it because im in the same situation
thanks</p>
<p>Don- I´ve decided that I won´t be going to UCR, so I never called the financial aid office
sorry 
But you should try calling them to the number arabrab posted
I Hope everything works out for you!</p>