First year students at University of California Berkeley mostly choose to stay at the campus residence halls which includes 96% of the students choosing the community, convenience and academic advantages of the residences. Some of the facilities offered at the university are given as follows: The residence halls include live-in staff utilities such as the internet connection, security, community centers, on-site laundry, and easy access to transportation. Residence halls at the campus have a contract that includes a Berkeley Dining Blue Meal plan along with flexible upgrade plans and dollar flex options. There is an activity center around the residential areas that include activities such as off-campus excursions, workshops, faculty dinners, study groups, social events, and more opportunities.