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Campus Housing Grades:
Quick StatsUndergrads Living on Campus
35 %
Best Dorms
- Manchester Hall
- Watterson Towers
Number of Campus Owned Apartments
2
Worst Dorms
- Tri Towers (Haynie, Wilkins, and Wright halls)
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
Yes
College Prowler Take
The dorms at ISU are your typical college dorms. on the West Campus, there are the Tri Towers, which include Wright, Haynie, and Wilkins halls. The majority of ISU’s freshmen and sophomore athletes live there because the athletic facilities surround it. Unfortunately, it is quite a hike to get to the Quad and classes, and that makes winters almost unbearable. Watterson Towers is the most popular place to live on campus. If you do not live in Watterson and go to visit
a friend there, good luck finding the right room because the elevators do not stop on every floor. registering to live in Watterson is also a painful experience, as it seems everyone wants to live there. Many foreign students live in atkin-Colby, giving Illinois residents a taste of other cultures.
While many may prefer an alternative to dorms, ISU tries to make the experience as painless as possible. Students may feel cramped in the small rooms, but each floor has a large lounge for studying purposes or even just for hanging out. But be wary of packing too many clothes—each dorm
resident has only a small closet. also, many small appliances are restricted from the dorms, such as coffee makers, hot plates, microwaves, etc. a convenient aspect of the dorms is the numerous washing machines and dryers in each building. The cost is very affordable, and many students living off campus try to sneak back to do their laundry at the dorms. Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
I loved living in Tri Towers....
I loved living in Tri Towers. It’s a nice transition for freshmen because you form your own community out there. The seclusion of Watterson is bad for freshmen because you can’t meet people as easily. |
Anonymous says: |
Try and visit the dorms so you can...
Try and visit the dorms so you can get a feel of the set-up and atmosphere you like. Watterson may have the biggest rooms, but it is not very social. |
Anonymous says: |
The dorms are fine. Watterson...
The dorms are fine. Watterson Towers has the biggest rooms, but it is very confusing getting to rooms because the elevator system does not go to all the floors. |
Anonymous says: |
Atkin-Colby is a great dorm....
Atkin-Colby is a great dorm. Watterson is great to live in, but registering to live there is horrible. It seems like everyone is doing it at the same time, so things start to get screwed up. Watterson, though, is probably the most popular place to live. |
Anonymous says: |
I would avoid Watterson. Everyone...
I would avoid Watterson. Everyone wants to live there, and it is a hassle. The only nice thing is that it is so close to campus. |
FactsWhat You Get
- Bed
- Closet
- Desk and chair
- Dresser
- Fitness center
- Internet connection
- Kitchenettes with a stove and refrigerator (suites)
- Laundry facilities
- Lounges
- Phone (except Wilkins)
- Piano practice rooms
- Recreation areas
- Study areas
- Study lamp
- Window coverings
Room Types
- Doubles
- Singles
- Super-singles
- Triples
Available for Rent
Minifridges
Bed Types
- Bunkable beds
- Twin extra-long
Also Available
- Special interest or academic lifestyle housing is available in Atkin-Colby and Manchester halls. Lifestyle housing is available in the Tri Towers and Watterson Towers.
Cleaning Service
Public areas are cleaned at the same time daily. Cleaning is done thoroughly, but if extra cleaning is required, the floor will be fined.
Dormitories
Atkin-Colby Hall
Floors: 10
Number of Occupants: 400
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double
This hall offers nine-month housing and remains open during university breaks. Most floors are designated for special interest or academic lifestyles.
Hamilton-Whitten Hall
Floors: 10
Number of Occupants: 400
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen and graduate students
Room Types: Single, double
This hall offers nine-month housing and remains open during university breaks.
Haynie Hall
Floors: 11
Number of Occupants: 400
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double
In August 2006, renovation was completed on Haynie Hall. It is part of West Campus or Tri Towers along with Wilkins and Wright Halls.
Hewett Hall
Floors: 17
Number of Occupants: 800
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double
Closed for renovations until August 2008. Some details may change.
Manchester Hall
Floors: 17
Number of Occupants: 800
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double
The hall is located close to the Milner Library and Bone Student Center.
Watterson Towers
Floors: 28
Number of Occupants: 2,000-plus
Bathrooms: Shared by suite mates
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double, and triple rooms located in six-room suites
Watterson Towers is one of the world’s tallest residence halls, and it features a food court that offers a wide variety of items and venues.
Wilkins Hall
Floors: 11
Number of Occupants: 400
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double
In August 2005, renovation was completed on Wilkins Hall. It is part of West Campus or Tri Towers along with Haynie and Wright Halls.
Wright Hall
Floors: 11
Number of Occupants: 400
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double
In August 2007, renovation was completed on Wright Hall. It is part of West Campus or Tri Towers along with Haynie and Wilkins Halls.
Campus Owned Apartments
Cardinal Court
Floors: 2
Number of Units: 192 units
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: No, unless married or in a domestic partnership
Residents: Upperclassmen and graduate students
Room Types: Unfurnished one- and two-bedroom apartments
Monthly rent includes water, basic cable TV, and broadband Internet.
Shelbourne Drive
Floors: 2
Number of Units: 100 units
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: No, unless married or in a domestic partnership
Residents: Upperclassmen and graduate students
Room Types: Unfurnished one- and two-bedroom two-story town homes
There are two modified apartments for people who use wheelchairs. Monthly rent includes water, basic cable TV, and broadband Internet.
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