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Gonzaga University - Campus Housing - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

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Quick Stats

On-Campus Housing Available? Yes
Campus Housing Capacity 3,117
Average Housing Costs $4,240
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? Yes
Undergrads Living On Campus 52%
Number of Dormitories 17
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments 6
Best Dorms
  • Campion Hall
  • Dillon Hall
Worst Dorms
  • Catherine/Monica Hall
  • Lincoln Hall

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Nearly everyone would agree that Gonzaga’s policy requiring all freshmen and most sophomores to live in dorms is good. They are the center of social life. If upperclassmen look back with fond nostalgia, it’s solely because of the friendships forged and times enjoyed, not the small rooms, grungy tiles and carpets, and communal showers. In one respect, it doesn’t really matter which dorm you live in—every dorm has discomforts, and you’ll probably build a strong circle of friends. But there are significant differences in atmosphere between dorms. If you fancy yourself a partier or socialite, live in a big dorm (C/M, DeSmet, Welch, Madonna). If you desire a small, tightly-knit community, try Campion, Alliance, or Lincoln. If having a pleasant, quiet living space is your top priority, go with Dillon or Goller. If you don’t particularly like people, Dooley or Chardin give you the anonymity you seek.

Because there is a lot of competition for good on-campus accommodations, it can be difficult to get the housing you desire. Thus, many students choose to get off campus as soon as possible. Once they’re out of the dorms, however, students realize how good dorm life was—free cable and heat, pre-furnished rooms, and friends a few feet away. While not priceless, the dorms have strong selling points.

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Campus Housing at Gonzaga University

thelber

'15

Communication and Media Studies

3.8
B+

Each Have Their Own Personality

The BEST freshman dorm is Catherine/Monica, even though the building is very old. The apartments and suite-style options are very new and well-kept. Each dorm building has its own reputation as well

Jan 25, 2012

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Campus Housing at Gonzaga University

Anonymous915

'16

Elementary Education

5.0
A+

Coughlin

Coughlin is definitely the best dorm on campus, no doubt about it.

Jan 22, 2012

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Campus Housing at Gonzaga University

ellemennop

'14

Mechanical Engineering

3.5
B

Suite Style Housing!

The dorms are pretty good from what I have observed. Some dorms are better than others for sure and I highly recommend suite style housing. I have lived in a suite for the last two years and its fantastic. I'm not a fan of dorm-style, but coughlin is your best bet for that as its the newest dorm on campus. Some freshman housing isn't of the highest quality though

Oct 16, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate campus housing on the following subjects

Facts

Room Types
  • Apartments – one or two bedrooms, kitchen, common area, and other amenities
  • Prime Rooms; a private bathroom shared by four students in two adjacent bedrooms
  • Standard Rooms; a large central-bathroom facility (most first-year students are assigned to these rooms)
  • Suite-Style Rooms; private 1.5 bathrooms and a common living area shared by six students
Bed Types
  • Bunkable beds
  • Twin extra-long
What You Get
  • Basic cable
  • Bed
  • Desk
  • Dresser
  • Internet connection
  • Phone
Also Available Positive Choice Living and living and learning theme communities are available for interested students. In Positive Choice dorms, residents agree to a behavioral contract involving complete abstinence from alcohol, tobacco, or drugs. The strict regulations of Positive Choice, when freely agreed to, are designed to facilitate a healthy and respectful environment. The new living and learning theme communities are the Engineering Theme Community, the Residential Community Service Learning Experience, and the Leadership Living and Learning Community. Each occupies one floor of Twohy, and each helps create an environment which enables them to integrate academics and extracurricular activities with their living experience.

Available for Rent

Nothing

Cleaning Service

There is a cleaning service for public areas of the dorms only. Common bathrooms are cleaned weekday mornings.

Did You Know?

The Kennedy Apartments were due to open for the 2006–07 school year, but suspected arson has delayed that until the fall 2007. Even though the apartments will be totally rebuilt, this will not have an impact on the number of incoming freshmen able to live on campus (but upperclassmen have to be relocated).

DormitoriesWhat's This?

Alliance Hall
Floors: 2 (2 wings)
Number of Occupants: 40
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, women only
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Main lobby, kitchen and laundry facilities, TV and recreational room, study room, pool table, quiet atmosphere

Campion Hall
Floors: 2 (2 wings)
Number of Occupants: 40
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, men only
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Main lobby, study lounge, TV and recreational room, kitchen and laundry facilities, pool table, foosball table, Ping-Pong table, small-hall atmosphere

Catherine/Monica Hall
Floors: 2 (8 wings)
Number of Occupants: 350
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Area of substance-free living, moveable beds, kitchen, TV area, study rooms, piano, Ping-Pong and pool tables

Chardin Hall
Floors: 3 (3 wings)
Number of Occupants: 40
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly sophomores
Room Types: Single and double suites
Special Features: Moveable beds, TV and game room, study room, kitchen and laundry facilities

Crimont Hall
Floors: 3 (3 wings)
Number of Occupants: 90
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Main lounge, kitchen and laundry facilities, study room, TV and recreational room, piano, pool table, home-like atmosphere

Cushing Hall
Floors: 3 (3 wings)
Number of Occupants: 40
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: No, men only
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Single and double suites
Special Features: Kitchen and laundry facilities, TV lounge, study room, pool table, piano

DeSmet Hall
Floors: 4 (4 wings)
Number of Occupants: 130
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, men only
Residents: Freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Moveable beds, in-room sinks, study room, big-screen TV, foosball table, Ping-Pong table, pool table, supportive atmosphere with activities like intramurals

Dillon Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 95
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: 6-person suites (3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms)
Special Features: Substance-free living, recreational and leisure areas, study areas, kitchen and laundry facilities

Dooley Hall
Floors: 3 (6 wings)
Number of Occupants: 100
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Kitchen, study room, TV room, pool table, foosball table, Ping-Pong table, independent and cooperative atmosphere

Goller Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 90
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: 6-person suites (3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms)
Special Features: Living and learning community (community service, leadership, engineering), recreational and leisure areas, study areas, kitchen and laundry facilities

Lincoln Hall
Floors: 2 (2 wings)
Number of Occupants: 40
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, women only
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Main lobby, TV and recreational room, study room, kitchen and laundry facilities, pool table, Ping-Pong table, quiet atmosphere

Madonna Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 150
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Floor lounges, kitchen facilities, study room, recreational area, pool table, foosball table, Ping-Pong table, big-screen TV, strong community atmosphere

Marian Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 70
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Living and learning community (outdoor leadership adventure), stipend to join a recreation club, in-house rec equipment, recreation room, bike storage, chapel, library, kitchenettes

River Inn
Floors: 2
Number of Occupants: Varies
Bathrooms: In-room
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Partnership with the Red Lion Inn, air-conditioning, laundry facilities, private atmosphere

Roncalli Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 40
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, men only
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Two lobbies, TV room, kitchen and laundry facilities, study lounge, piano, pool table, Ping-Pong table

Twohy Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 90
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Double suites
Special Features: Living and learning community (community service, leadership)

Welch Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 155
Bathrooms: Shared by hall
Coed: No, women only
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Moveable beds, floor lounges, study areas, kitchen and laundry facilities, pool table, University Security Office in basement

Campus-Owned ApartmentsWhat's This?

301 E. Boone Apartments
Floors: 3
Number of Units: 16
Bathrooms: Shared by apartment
Coed: Yes, by apartment
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: 1- and 2- bedroom apartments (doubles)
Special Features: Private kitchen and living room, partially furnished

Burch Apartments
Floors: 3
Number of Units: 115
Bathrooms: Shared by apartment
Coed: Yes, by apartment
Residents: Upperclassmen, law and graduate students (some sophomores)
Room Types: 2-bedroom apartments (doubles, some singles)
Special Features: Private kitchen, furnished living room, balcony or patio, air conditioning, common laundry facilities, parking lot (need to buy a permit)

Corkery Apartments
Floors: 3 (3 buildings)
Number of Units: 155
Bathrooms: 1.5 per apartment
Coed: Yes, by apartment
Residents: Upperclassmen, law and graduate students
Room Types: 3-bedroom apartments (singles)
Special Features: Private kitchen, living room, storage room, balcony or patio, air conditioning, common laundry facilities (free), bike storage, TV lounge with fireplace, parking included in rent

Dussault Apartments
Floors: 3
Number of Units: 205
Bathrooms: Shared by apartment
Coed: Yes, by apartment
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: 2-bedroom apartments
Special Features: Private kitchen, furnished living room area, balcony or patio, common laundry facilities, recreation area, parking lot (need to buy a permit), no air conditioning, residents must have a meal plan, home to the international student focus community

Kennedy Apartments
Floors: 4
Number of Units: 225
Bathrooms: Shared by apartment
Coed: Yes, by apartment
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Apartments (singles)
Special Features: In-house bistro (comfortable seating, fireplace, board games to check out), some covered parking, glass sky bridge between wings, sun room and deck, recreational rooms, floor TV lounges, GU retail store, larger beds

Sharp House and Apartments
Floors: 3
Number of Units: 12
Bathrooms: Shared by apartment
Coed: Yes, by apartment
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles
Special Features: Private kitchen, living room, study room (only in House)

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