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On-Campus Housing Available?		Yes
Campus Housing Capacity		2,868
Average Housing Costs		$5,964
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus?		Yes
Undergrads Living On Campus		36%
Number of Dormitories		9
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments		1
Best Dorms		Residence Hall A Residence Hall B Watson
Worst Dorms		North Hall

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Dance studios, a coffeeshop, and a lounge by the fireplace—these are just some perks to campus housing at SRU. A multi-million dollar makeover replaced the old, cement cell blocks that were the traditional dorms that SRU students knew and loathed. Though most students agree that living in the old dorms was manageable, the new suite-style residences are welcomed. Special interest floors and groups, like the Honors Floor, were transferred over to the new buildings. Students have the option of living and interacting with students of common interests, which makes meeting friends that much easier. Cost is a factor—the price of on-campus living is skyrocketing due to this major upgrade in quality—sending some campus residents scrambling to find housing elsewhere.

While some students are enjoying the new luxury, others are shaking their fists at the change. Not to worry, if you long to experience the more traditional, classic dorm experience, North and Rhoads halls have been spared by the wrecking ball. North Hall, previously known as “the convent,” was the all-girl dorm on campus, but is now coed. It is beautiful architecturally, with a courtyard and overall aesthetic appeal. Rhoades is in the same building as the student health center and across the street from Weisenfluh dining hall, making it a convenient location.

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lam0099

Political Science and Government '12

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Consider traditional dorms

Yes, the new dorms are spacious, clean, and a great place to live, but I wish I would have lived in the traditional residence halls. When you live in your own room with a private bathroom, you do miss out on some of the typical college experience and camaraderie of a freshman year dorm. I'd recommend taking a look at the newly remodeled traditional dorm, Rhoads Hall.

May 29, 2012

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dancrgurl

Accounting '13

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New Res Halls Are Awesome

I have lived in the new residence halls for the past 3 years, and they are like mini apartments. I loved living here the first two years, but once you get to be an upperclassman, dealing with the freshman gets to be too much. The apartments on campus are really nice as well. The only downside to them is there is no elevator, so moving is awful! There are still 2 old style dorms on the opposite side of campus, I've heard good and bad about them, but they seem to still be in decent shape versus buildings falling in around you as I have seen at other colleges.

May 10, 2012

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klm9701

Psychology '14

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Social Atmosphere Rocks!

The friendliness of the students and staff at SRU is amazing. It is incredibly contagious and makes me even happier to attend the university.

Apr 09, 2012

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User rating for Slippery Rock University - Campus Housing is 4.6 out of 5 based on 26 user reviews.

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Room Types		Apartments Doubles Singles Suites Triples
Bed Types		Twin extra-long
What You Get		Basic cable Bed Couch Desk and chair Dresser Free local phone service and voicemail Internet connection Refrigerators and microwaves in each room (new dorm buildings A, B, D, E, F and Watson only)

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Students can rent microwaves and minifridges.

Cleaning Service

Cleaning services are only offered in public areas and common bathrooms in resident halls. Students are responsible for cleaning their rooms and private bathrooms.

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In 2008, SRU completed a $110 million housing renovation project. There are six new residence halls on campus. All of the older dorms, except for North Hall and Rhoades Hall, have been torn down to make room for additional renovations on campus.

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North Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 308
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes
Residents: All classes
Room Types: Singles, doubles, suites
Special Features: Air-conditioning, common kitchen area, courtyard, elevator, study lounge with fireplace, pool tables, and big-screen TV

Rhoads Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 212 students
Bathrooms: Community (several per floor)
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Special Features: Air-conditioning, common kitchen, elevator, game room with ping-pong and pool table, lounge with big-screen TV, within short walking distance to Weisenfluh Dining Hall and is connected to McLachlan Student Health Center.

SRU Residential Suites (Buildings A, B, C, D, E, F, Watson
Floors: 4 per building
Number of Occupants: Approximately 350 per building
Bathrooms: Two per suite; one per studio
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen, some upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites, studios
Special Features: SRURS has air-conditioned suites with individual room-temperature controls and kitchen areas with microwaves and fridges. Buildings also include special areas for education majors, including resource rooms for class projects. Dance studios and music practice rooms are also available.

Campus-Owned ApartmentsWhat's This?

ROCK Apartments
Floors: 3 per building
Number of Units: 188 students
Bathrooms: Private
Coed: Yes (by room)
Residents: Upperclassmen
Room Types: Apartments with single bedrooms
Special Features: Each apartment is air-conditioned and has a balcony or patio, common room, dishwasher, self-cleaning stove, frost refrigerator/freezer, and is fully furnished.

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