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On-Campus Housing Available? Yes
Campus Housing Capacity 6,401
Average Housing Costs $5,136
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus? Yes
Undergrads Living On Campus 35%
Number of Dormitories 26
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments 1
Best Dorms
  • Anything in Centennial
  • Beall
  • McDowell
Worst Dorms Anything in Small Group

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Unless you live in the Kent area, you’ll probably be living in the dorms your first two years of college. No matter how many horror stories you hear about the dorms, you will probably enjoy your stay, even if you add one or two of your own tales to the bunch. Most of the “better” dorms are reserved for upperclassmen, and rightfully so. Some of the less prestigious buildings don’t have air conditioning, so those used to climate control may want to pack a fan or suffer through the hot first month of class. Many consider the underclassmen dorms as a sort of initiation into Kent State and college life.

Most of the freshmen live in Small Group, which is unofficially called “Small World.” This is because the freshmen dorms are clustered together on the far end of campus and even have their own cafeteria, so in a way, it’s like its own small universe. These dorms aren’t necessarily known for their cleanliness, but students residing here will definitely meet a lot of new freshmen and make some quick friends. So don’t fret if you’re stuck here; you will move on to bigger and better things your sophomore year. If you can afford it, try to get into the Centennial dorms. They’re the nicest and cleanest dorms on campus.

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Campus Housing at Kent State University

browneyedgirl03

'15

Fashion and Apparel Merchandising

3.8
B+

Decent Dorm Life

The Kent campus has nice dorms and I was very surprised at how nice the freshmen dorms are. There is a market in the lobby, computer labs, and a lot of study areas. I am looking forward to the living conditions improving though each year.

Jan 18, 2012

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Campus Housing at Kent State University

Taylor117

'15

Registered Nursing (RN)

3.8
B+

Kent State on Campus Housing

Living on campus at Kent State has it's pro's and con's. There is enough fun and freedom, but what I really dislike is that we have quiet hours. Security walk the floors patroling them. That is what I dislike.

Jan 03, 2012

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Campus Housing at Kent State University

englaner

'15

Journalism

3.1
B-

Depends on What You Choose

The dorms at Kent State are good depending on which you choose. The Honors College and the Centennial Courts are very nice and new, but other dorms are better for making friends.

Dec 20, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate campus housing on the following subjects

Facts

Room Types
  • Apartments ndash; Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are available. They include a kitchen and a private bath. Family housing is available.
  • Doubles
  • Semi-suite – Restrooms are shared between two suites or private in some residence halls. They also consist of one large room.
  • Singles
  • Suite ndash; Restrooms are shared between two rooms. Rooms are divided into bedrooms with a common living area.
Bed Types
  • Bunkable beds
  • Lofts
  • Twin extra-long
What You Get
  • Bed
  • Cable TV jack
  • Closet or wardrobe
  • Desk and chair
  • Dresser
  • Free campus and local phone calls
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Window coverings
Also Available Allerton Family Apartments – Apartments are available for Kent State students and their families. For availability, information, or to request an information packet, call (330) 672-2595.

Available for Rent

MicroFridges and lofts

Cleaning Service

Most common areas, including bathrooms, are cleaned daily; private bathrooms are cleaned once per week.

DormitoriesWhat's This?

Allerton Family Housing
Number of Occupants: 162
Coed: Yes
Room Types: Two-bedroom and five-bedroom garden-style apartments for upper-class students, and students with families

Allyn Hall (Eastway)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 245
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, lofts and MicroFridges provided, attached dining area

Beall Hall (Twin Towers)
Floors: 8
Number of Occupants: 250
Bathrooms: In-room, shared with two suites
Coed: Yes
Residents: Sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students
Room Types: One-person suites, two-person suites
Special Features: Air conditioning, attached computer cluster, alcohol permitted (21 and over), study area, laundry, lounge

Centennial Court A
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 216
Bathrooms: In-room, shared with two rooms
Coed: Yes
Residents: Sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students
Room Types: Two-person semi-suite with shared bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air conditioning, carpeting, alcohol permitted (21 and over), common fireplace, MicroFridge included

Centennial Court B
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 208
Bathrooms: In-room, private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students
Room Types: Two-person semi-suite with private bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air conditioning, carpeting, alcohol permitted (21 and over), common fireplace, MicroFridge included

Centennial Court C
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 203
Bathrooms: In-room, shared with two rooms
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen 21 years of age or older, graduate students
Room Types: Single
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air conditioning, carpeting, alcohol permitted (21 and over), common fireplace, MicroFridge included

Centennial Court D
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 200
Bathrooms: In-room, private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen and graduate students
Room Types: Two-person semi-suite with private bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air conditioning, carpeting, alcohol permitted (21 and over), common fireplace, MicroFridge included

Centennial Court E
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 208
Bathrooms: In-room, private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen and graduate students
Room Types: Two-person semi-suite with private bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air conditioning, carpeting, alcohol permitted (21 and over), common fireplace, MicroFridge included

Centennial Court F
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 182
Bathrooms: In-room, private
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Two-person semi-suite with private bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air conditioning, carpeting, alcohol permitted (21 and over), common fireplace, MicroFridge included

Clark Hall (Eastway)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 245
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, lofts and MicroFridges provided, attached dining area

Dunbar Hall (New Front)
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 240
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Single, deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lofts and MicroFridges provided, lounge, laundry

Engleman (New Front)
Coed: Yes, by wing
Room Types: Apartment style rooms; four-bedroom; (3) one-bedroom efficiency units

Fletcher Hall (Eastway)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 245
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, lofts and MicroFridges provided, included in wellness community program, 24-hour quiet hall

Johnson Hall (Quad)
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 220
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: All Honors students
Room Types: Doubles
Special Features: Rooms are carpeted and air-conditioned, study and social lounges, fireplaces, common areas, laundry and kitchen facilities, building has wireless throughout, Honors College offices and classrooms on ground level

Koonce Hall (Tri Towers)
Floors: 10
Number of Occupants: 510
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air-conditioned, attached dining area, computer cluster, and area desk

Korb Hall (Tri Towers)
Floors: 10
Number of Occupants: 90
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Upperclassmen, graduate students
Room Types: Deluxe single
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air-conditioned, attached computer cluster, 24-hour quiet dorm, alcohol permitted (21 and over)

Lake Hall (Quad)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 235
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All students
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double, one-person room with bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry

Leebrick Hall (Tri Towers)
Floors: 12
Number of Occupants: 325
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Single
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air-conditioned, attached dining area, computer cluster, and area desk

Manchester (Eastway)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 244
Coed: Yes
Room Types: Doubles

McDowell Hall (Twin Towers)
Floors: 8
Number of Occupants: 245
Bathrooms: In-room, shared with two suites
Coed: Yes
Residents: Seniors, graduate students
Room Types: One-person suites, two-person suites
Special Features: Air conditioning, attached computer cluster, alcohol permitted (21 and over), study area, laundry, lounge

Olson Hall (Quad)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 235
Bathrooms: Private or shared
Coed: No, women only
Residents: All students
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double, one-person room with bath
Special Features: Lounge, laundry

Prentice Hall (New Front)
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 230
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: No, women only
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Single, deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lofts and MicroFridges provided, lounge, attached snack shop and cafeteria, laundry

Stopher Hall (Quad)
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 185
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: First-year students participating in First-year Experience or Quest Community
Room Types: Two-person semi-suites
Special Features: Opened fall of 2006, all rooms carpeted and air-conditioned, building has wireless throughout, study and social lounges, fireplaces, common areas, laundry and kitchen facilities, two classrooms on first floor

Van Campen Hall (Loop Road Plaza)
Floors: 3
Number of Occupants: 30
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Juniors, seniors, graduate students
Room Types: Deluxe single, deluxe double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, study area, air-conditioned

Verder Hall (New Front)
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 245
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Single, deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, attached art studio

Wright Hall (Tri Towers)
Floors: 10
Number of Occupants: 445
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Deluxe single, two-person double
Special Features: Lounge, laundry, air-conditioned, attached dining area, computer cluster, and area desk, alcohol permitted (21 and over)

Campus-Owned ApartmentsWhat's This?

Engleman Hall (New Front)
Floors: 8
Number of Units: 400
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: Students with 30 credit hours or more
Room Types: Apartment-style housing; includes studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and four-bedroom units
Special Features: Substance-free housing, fully-furnished rooms, laundry

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