Housing Assistance
As a student, you may find yourself unexpectedly homeless if you lack stable, regular and adequate housing. You may be homeless if you are living in shelters, parks, motels or cars, or temporarily couch-surfing with other people because you have nowhere else to go.
If you are living in any of these situations because you are fleeing an abusive parent or guardian, you may be considered homeless even if they would provide support and a place to live. Or you may have an unexpected eviction, fire or other disaster where you are living.
Housing insecurity is a real issue in Silicon Valley. Please contact SJSU Cares if you are in an emergency situation!
Temporary Emergency Housing - Any currently enrolled matriculating student who is experiencing housing insecurity is eligible for two nights (and up to 28 nights) of temporary emergency housing on campus. Designed for students who do not have a safe & stable place to sleep tonight while we engage with them on next step planning.
Rapid Rehousing Program - The Rapid Rehousing Program is a partnership with the Bill Wilson Center that provides
additional case management and fiscal support to eligible students who may be facing
housing insecurity. Designed for students who are unhoused, at risk of losing their
place. Can provide multiple months of tiered off housing assistance. This is a State funded pilot program with a planned ending June 30, 2023.
Housing Search Assistance- If you need resources or assistance in looking for off campus housing. An SJSU Cares Basic Needs Coordinator can assist you in the housing search and connect you to resources that can aid in the search. You can make an appointment here to meet with a Basic Needs Coordinator.
Community Referrals - Case Managers can engage you in a discussion if a connection to a community-based resource might be advantageous. These can be beneficial for students who might transition out of student status, not live local to SJSU, and/or have other elements of their situation that align with a provider's specialty.
