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On-Campus Housing Available? Yes
Campus Housing Capacity 3,378
Average Housing Costs $6,743
Undergrads Living On Campus 34%
Freshmen Living On Campus 92%
Number of Dormitories 8
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments 3
Best Freshman Dorms
  • Liberty Street Hall
  • Marcia Kelly McAlister Hall
Best Upperclassman Dorms
  • George Street Apartments
  • Kelly House Apartments
Worst Freshman Dorms College Lodge
Worst Upperclassman Dorms Joe E. Berry Jr. Hall

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Perhaps the most anticipated part of the college experience is living away from home, and there is no better option at the College of Charleston than living in the dorms. It's a fantastic way to meet new people, form new friendships, and get a taste of independence. Of course, there are some issues (middle-of-the-night fire drill evacuations, noise at ridiculous hours, insects, etc.), but the benefits are so much weightier. The friendships that can be built within suites and dorms are for life.

Charleston's residence halls run the spectrum from older and distinguished to new and modern, with the average dorm room being spacious and suite-style. While the nicest dorms are usually reserved for upperclassmen, even the older dorms have a certain charm and a rollicking social scene. There are even a variety of historic Charleston houses which are owned by the College and used for student residences. Along with the quality of the dorms, the expense of on-campus housing runs the gamut, with the nicest dorms being about twice as costly as the more rundown buildings.

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Campus Housing at College of Charleston

jxgilchrist

'15

Journalism

2.7
C+

I Lived in Berry Dorm...

... and it wasn't at all that great. There was a huge housing screw up at the beginning of the year and we ended up having a third roommate in a double room for a couple of months at the beginning of the fall semester, to begin with. (Don't get me wrong, though, I'm not saying this is a common occurrence for the college, and they also refunded each of the roommates a part of the housing costs.) Also, I never wanted to live in an all-girls dorm.

Berry is okay, the rooms are pretty spacious, and you have a common area in each suite. There is a kitchen with a full size stove and oven, a full size fridge, countertop space, a full size sink, a table to eat at, and a snack and drink vending machine on each floor. There is also a laundry room on each floor with four washers and four dryers, of which you can use for free. Also, a TV room, a small flat screen with couches and chairs all over the place on each floor.

There are a lot of events held on different floors for things like TV show watching nights, craft nights, etc.

The security is top-notch. There's no way that someone who wasn't supposed to be in the dorm could get in - all guests have to be signed in by a resident of Berry Hall. However, it becomes a bit inconvenient when you want to have your friends over. You also have to scan in with your ID every time you enter the building.

Overall, I wouldn't say that it was an absolutely terrible experience, but I wouldn't want to live here again. I hear the upperclassmen dorms are way better, but if I were going here for another semester, I'd look into off-campus housing.

I'd say my favorite part about Berry was its location on St. Philip street, which is only about two blocks away from King Street, and literally a five minute walk to Maybank and Robert Scott, the two main buildings for classes.

Feb 12, 2012

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Campus Housing at College of Charleston

Ejhomm

'14

International Studies

4.6
A

It Is All What You Make of It

Most of the housing is co-ed, suite style, and comfortable. The security is strict but that made me feel more safe.

Jan 12, 2012

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Campus Housing at College of Charleston

breyes111

'14

Anthropology and Archaeology

5.0
A+

The Social Atmosphere

The Library possesses a coffee shop to help with staying awake and is a good social area. Also all the local hot spots are less than a mile from the campus for hanging out and meeting people.

Dec 20, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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Facts

Types of Housing Offered
  • Apartments for single students
  • Coed dorms
  • Fraternity/sorority housing
  • Men's dorms
  • Theme housing
  • Women's dorms
What You Get
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed
  • Cable TV and phone jacks
  • Desk and chair
  • Dresser
  • Internet connection
  • Wardrobe or closet
Also Available Historic houses are for upperclassmen only and range in occupancy from 8 to 40 people. Each bedroom houses up to three students, and each historic house provides access to laundry and computer facilities. All historic houses have Internet service, air conditioning, telephone hookups, and cable TV. Living in a historic house, especially one situated on the College Green, is a wonderful way to experience the beautifully preserved architecture of Charleston.
Did You Know?

All campus residents get free cable and access to the College of Charleston’s movie channel.

Berry Hall is supposed to be one of the most haunted locations in South Carolina.

DormitoriesWhat's This?

Buist Rivers Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 100–249
Bathrooms: Communal
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, cable TV, Internet, laundry facilities, study lounges, Honors hall

College Lodge
Floors: 6
Number of Occupants: 100–249
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, computer lab, convenience store, game room, laundry facilities, outdoor courtyard with basketball court and cookout area, study lounge, TV lounge, vending machines

Craig Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 100–249
Bathrooms: Suite
Coed: No, men only
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, community lounge, computer lab, dining facility, game room, laundry facilities, study rooms

Glenn McConnell Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 100–249
Bathrooms: Suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, activity room, computer lab, courtyard, community kitchen, laundry facilities, study lounges, theater room

Joe E. Berry Jr. Hall
Floors: 6
Number of Occupants: 250–499
Bathrooms: Suite
Coed: No, women only
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, activity center, air conditioning, computer lab, kitchen and laundry on each floor, study lounges, theater room, TV lounges

Liberty Street Hall
Floors: 6
Number of Occupants: 250–499
Bathrooms: Suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, cable TV, cafeteria, game room, home theater, in-room sinks, Internet, community kitchen, laundry facilities, lounges, study lounges

Marcia Kelly McAlister Hall
Floors: 6
Number of Occupants: 500–749
Bathrooms: Suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, activity room, central courtyard, Einstein Bros. Bagels, laundry facilities

Rutledge Rivers Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 100–249
Bathrooms: Suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, computer lab, laundry facilities, lounges, Honors hall

Campus-Owned ApartmentsWhat's This?

George Street Apartments
Floors: 5
Number of Units: 50–99
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Apartments
Special Features: Cable TV, cafeteria, outdoor courtyards

Kelly House Apartments
Floors: 4
Number of Units: 50–99
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Apartments
Special Features: 24-hour security desk, courtyard, laundry facilities

Warren Place Apartments
Floors: 3, 4, and 5, respectively
Number of Units: 50–99
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Apartments
Special Features: Bike storage, laundry facilities

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