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On-Campus Housing Available? Yes
Campus Housing Capacity 1,658
Average Housing Costs $5,040
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? Yes
Undergrads Living On Campus 76%
Number of Dormitories 12
Best Dorms Harriet House
Worst Dorms Dolan Hall

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

The dorms at Wesleyan are spacious and accommodating but hardly luxurious. Rooms range from cramped freshman dorms to spacious one-person suites. A number of suites offer high ceilings and large windows, but just as many rooms have small windows and close quarters. The Harriet House resembles an apartment complex and is the envy of on-campus residents, but it also costs more to live there. The absolute worst is the three-block walk from Martin Hall. If the dorms have a redeeming quality, it can be found in the lounge, fireplace, study area, or recreation room. Every dorm has some sort of common area, all have comfortable chairs and a TV, and some even have a fireplace. These touches make even the most cramped dorm seem a little more like home. Student housing at Wesleyan is always an issue but never a problem.

The small halls are an underrated alternative to standard dorm life and foster community attitudes uncharacteristic of larger dorms. It’s fun meeting the people in your hall and making new friendships as the year progresses. In larger dorms it can be difficult to meet or even recognize residents. Unfortunately for residents of larger halls, any damage done to the building is split up among residents. This means one drunk with a weak bladder could ruin a lot of furniture for everyone else. Generally, students spend enough time on campus, in the library, or anywhere else besides their room, that the size of the room and condition of the amenities are of less significance.

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Campus Housing at Illinois Wesleyan University

jblaylock70

'15

Biology

4.6
A

On Campus Living

It is very convenient to live on campus because of how small the campus is. You can get across campus in 8 minutes. The dorms are decent. The food on-campus is alright except for the cafeteria. Cost is not too bad. The housing process is extremely easy.

Nov 07, 2011

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Campus Housing at Illinois Wesleyan University

Drewdab42

'15

Business Administration and Management

4.2
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Everyone Is Friendly in the Dorms

Most people in the dorms are very friendly. The only downfall is that once it hits quiet hours the RAs get pretty strict but they still give you plenty of warnings.

Oct 27, 2011

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Campus Housing at Illinois Wesleyan University

MaggieSheridan

'13

Theatre Design

4.6
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IWU Res Life

I have had a great experience in housing at IWU. Freshman year my only problem with the dorms was the laundry situation, often the washers and dryers would either not work or eat your money. Besides that I have loved living on campus and have had a great atmosphere. Now I live off campus just because it is more fiscally responsible.

Sep 14, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate campus housing on the following subjects

Facts

Room Types
  • 4- to 8-person suites
  • Doubles
  • Quads
  • Singles
  • Triples
Bed Types Twin extra-long
What You Get
  • Basic cable
  • Bed
  • Bookcase
  • Closet or wardrobe
  • Desk and chair
  • Dresser
  • Internet connection
  • Local phone calls

Available for Rent

Vacuum, board games, DVD player, miscellaneous recreational materials

Cleaning Service

University-employed janitorial services clean public areas daily.

DormitoriesWhat's This?

Adams Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 25
Bathrooms: 1 per floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: One of the “small halls,” large common area, fireplace lounge

Blackstock
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 32
Bathrooms: 1 per floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: One of the “small halls,” serves as the Art House

Dodds Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 153
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: 8-person suites
Special Features: Fully carpeted, communal lounges

Dolan Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 124
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Primarily first-years
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Dolan Hall is associated with student government and provides programs and activities for residents.

Ferguson Hall
Floors: 7
Number of Occupants: 149
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Primarily first-years
Room Types: Singles and doubles
Special Features: Lounges, computer room, study room, rec room, connected to the Memorial Center and Munsell Hall

Gulick Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 149
Bathrooms: 2 per floor
Coed: No, women only
Residents: Primarily first-years
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: A generously-sized recreational room houses a formal lounge and frequently used fireplace.

Harriet House
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 118
Bathrooms: 1 per suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: 4-, 6-, or 8-person suites
Special Features: Newest residence hall on campus, walk-in closets, fireplace lounge, common-area kitchens, rec room

Kemp Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 30
Bathrooms: 1 per floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples
Special Features: One of the “small halls,” serves as the International House

Magill Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 104
Bathrooms: 2 per floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Kitchen, computer room, lounge, study area

Martin Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 95
Bathrooms: 2 per floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Recently renovated, extensive common rec areas, common kitchens

Munsell Hall
Floors: 7
Number of Occupants: 204
Bathrooms: 1 per floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Primarily first-years
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Connected to Ferguson Hall

Pfeiffer Hall
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 127
Bathrooms: 1 per suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Mostly doubles, some singles, triples, and quads
Special Features: Connected to Memorial Student Center

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