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University of Massachusetts - Campus HousingCollege Prowler3.08
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Campus Housing Grades:
Quick StatsUndergrads Living on Campus
60 %
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
Yes
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments
1
College Prowler Take
UMass has five major clusters of dormitories. Each has buildings that are worth avoiding either because the rooms are too small or because you won’t be able to get work done. Overall, Central and Orchard Hill have the best dorms, although Southwest has “Z-rooms” that are worth checking out. Living in one of the Southwest towers can be a grueling experience, depending on the floor. One problem with living in Sylvan or Orchard Hill is the long walk to class. On the other hand, there are bus stops everywhere, which are free, and they come about every five minutes. Northeast is nice because it has a sand volleyball court, and once spring hits, everyone goes outside to socialize. UMass is good about placing students in the buildings they request, but since UMass enrolls more students than there is room for, freshmen rarely get a single. Not to mention that when the dorm rooms run out, a handful of students have to stay in the Campus Center Hotel until a spot opens up. Most dorms have TV rooms and a pool table, so living on campus is a good way to make friends at a large school—you are sure to meet some interesting people. Since UMass is a party school, the bathrooms are absolutely disgusting on the weekends. Much of how you perceive living on campus has to do with your roommate, so if you get stuck with someone whose behavior isn’t congruent with your own, change rooms immediately. Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
Somewhere in between? Show the world what YOU think of YOUR school:
rpoulton says: University of Massachusetts 2012 Psychology  |
Dorms Are Great!
A
The dorms on campus are great. Freshman will always get housing and most likely their first or second choice. You are allowed to stay on campus all 4 years, but most people choose to live off campus their junior and senior year. We also offer lots of programs to get students more involved and make more friends. It isn't too expensive but does get cheaper if you do decide to move off campus.
Campus Housing: February 03, 2010
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sarena says: University of Massachusetts 2012 Engineering |
Orchard Hill
A-
Orchard Hill has the biggest doubles on campus. The individual closets are great. The large desks and shelf space are very useful. However, the general set-up of the rooms don't allow for a creative set up. The bed placement is very limited. The buildings themselves are ugly on the outside but the bowl and the hill are pleasant scenery.
Campus Housing: December 20, 2009
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Runnershigh says: University of Massachusetts 2012 Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences |
Depends on your personality
B+
Being happy where you live all depends on your personality. If you are a person who loves to be social and loves hearing something going on on your floor all the time, Southwest might be the place for you. Central, Northeast, and Orchard Hill, in my opinion, are the best places to live. They are scenic, the dorms are as good as they are going to get, and they are close to central campus. I had a very bad time in Sylvan Residential Area because it is so far from campus. They are suite-style and I never met my floormates because of the privacy of a suite. I didn't get a good vibe from the area or the building and I hated walking to my 8 a.m. classes that were 15 minutes away in the snow. Many freshmen, however, get placed in either Sylvan or Southwest. Sometimes it is worth it to join a RAP, just so you are placed in a good living area.
Campus Housing: December 16, 2009
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kbkenned says: University of Massachusetts 2011 Architecture and Planning |
Find the area of campus that fits you
B
Living on campus is very specific to what kind of person you are. If you live in the wrong area of campus, then your school experience will be torturous and not what it potentially could be. If you live in the appropriate area as to who you are, then it will be great. The campus is divided by categories. This may consist of blondes/athletic "bros", Asians, hippies, geeks, etc. For example, I know that central was great for me because I fit in with the people, and everyone was super friendly and very welcoming. I know that when I went to Southwest, it is was intimidating and there are many people who I do not share any interests with. Convenience of housing is fine, but the ease of process is a little rough but not unbearable.
Campus Housing: November 17, 2009
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akochan says: University of Massachusetts 2011 Social Sciences |
Dorms need improvement
C
The dorms on campus could be in a lot better condition than they are in. The past two years have not been satisfactory. There are alot of insect problems, broken windows that do not close/lock, and issues getting in and out of my room because of a broken door knob. However, this year I have noticed a lot of improvements such as a new front door on Baker and new washers/dryers.
Campus Housing: November 17, 2009
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Massachusetts? FactsWhat You Get
- Bookcase
- Cable TV
- Closet or wardrobe
- Desk and chair
- Dresser
- Ethernet access
- Local telephone service
- Recycling bin
- Trash can
- Window coverings
Also Available
- Family housing apartments
Available for Rent
MicroFridges
Cleaning Service
Bathrooms and hallways are cleaned almost every day.
Dormitories
Baker Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in the Central Cluster. Hall has 24-hour quiet floor, basement lounge with pool table, floor lounges, kitchen, laundry, TV lounge, vending machines.
Number of Occupants: 334
Brett Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples
Located in the Central Cluster. Hall is fully accessible for disabled students, has basement lounge with kitchen and TV, government offices, floor lounges, kitchen lounge, laundry, vending machines.
Number of Occupants: 238
Brooks Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Hall is alcohol-free and has 24-hour quiet floor, floor lounges, kitchen lounges, laundry, recreation room with pool table and TV, vending machines.
Number of Occupants: 155
Brown Hall
Floors: 8
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites with singles, doubles
Located in the Sylvan Cluster. Suites have living room, and hall has main TV lounge, kitchen, recreation room with table games, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 454
Butterfield Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Home to First-year general education program and Commonwealth College Learning Communities. Hall has community study lounge with fireplace, first-floor kitchen, TV room, band practice room, recreation room with pool table, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 139
Cance Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has community lounges, kitchen, TV lounge with pool and foosball table, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 206
Cashin Hall
Floors: 8
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites of singles, doubles
Located in Sylvan Cluster. Suite has a living room, and hall has main TV lounge, kitchen, recreation room with pool table, vending machines, laundry, Sylvan Cultural Center, government offices, wellness floor.
Number of Occupants: 476
Chadbourne Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Hall has Native American floor, Josephine White Eagle Native American Cultural Center, first-floor TV lounge, floor kitchens, study lounge, recreation room with pool table, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 137
Coolidge Hall
Floors: 18
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Home to Harambee Program for students of African heritage and first-year general education program. Hall has study lounges, kitchens, classrooms, Club Coolidge recreation floor with TV, arcade, table games, laundry, vending machines.
Number of Occupants: 576
Crabtree Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Northeast Cluster. Home to first-year engineering. Hall has study lounge, TV room, recreation room with pool table, first-floor lounge with fireplace, kitchen lounge, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 150
Crampton Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Home to non-traditional student program. Hall has TV lounges, study areas, kitchen and dining area, laundry, vending machines.
Number of Occupants: 200
Dickinson Hall
Floors: 7
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Located in Orchard Hill Cluster. Home to Martin Luther King, Jr. Cultural Center, first-year engineering, Commonwealth College Learning Communities. Hall has study lounges, kitchen, recreation room with pool table and TV, vending machines, laundry, faculty member in residence.
Number of Occupants: 332
Dwight Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Located in Northeast Cluster. Hall has Asian American floor, meeting lounge, TV lounge, kitchen lounge, recreation room with pool table, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 179
Emerson Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Hall has floor lounges, kitchen and dining area, classroom, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 165
Field Hall
Floors: 7
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Located in Orchard Hill Cluster. Hall has study lounges, kitchen, recreation room with pool table and TV, Sweets N’ More, lounge, vending machines, laundry, student government, faculty member in residence, Wellness floor, Commonwealth College Learning Communities.
Number of Occupants: 332
Gorman Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Hall has wellness floor, NUANCE multicultural living community, study lounges, first-floor kitchen, big community lounge with big-screen TV, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 321
Grayson Hall
Floors: 7
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles
Located in Orchard Hill Cluster. Home to Commonwealth College Learning Communities. Hall has study lounges, first-floor lounge, kitchen, TV room, vending machine, laundry, faculty member in residence.
Number of Occupants: 332
Greenough Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Hall has wellness floor, study lounge, kitchen lounge, TV lounge, vending machines, laundry, Greenough Sub Shop.
Number of Occupants: 137
Hamlin Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, men only
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Northeast Cluster. Hall has study lounge, recreation room with pool and Ping-Pong table, TV lounge, kitchen, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 140
James Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Home to Wellness Education, Living & Learning. Hall has kitchen, dining area, lounges, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 194
John Adams Hall
Floors: 19
Bathrooms: Community, same sex
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Single, double, triple, Z-room
Southwest-South Cluster; kitchens, community lounges, recreation room with TV, classroom, vending machines, sitting area on the first floor, laundry, Communication, Political Science, and Psychology Talent Advancement Program
John Quincy Adams Hall
Floors: 18
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has lounges, kitchens, Club JQA recreation floor, TV, table games, laundry, vending machines, Wellness Center, 24-hour quiet floor, FOCUS first-year general education.
Number of Occupants: 576
Johnson Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: No, women only
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples
Located in Northeast Cluster. Hall has study lounge, recreation room with pool table and TV, kitchen, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 141
Kennedy Hall
Floors: 20
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Home to FOCUS, first-year general education program. Hall has kitchen, lounges, classrooms, Club Kennedy recreation center with TV, arcade, and table games, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 512
Knowlton Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples
Located in Northeast Cluster. Hall has study lounge, kitchens, recreation room with pool table, TV lounge with fireplace, laundry, vending machines, United Asian Learning Resource Center.
Number of Occupants: 157
Leach Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Northeast Cluster. Home to first-year engineering. Hall has study lounge, kitchen, recreation room, fireplace, pool table and TV, bike room, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 151
Lewis Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by hall
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Northeast Cluster; home to the International House Program, Wellness Center, study lounges, classroom and seminar room, music room with piano, recreation room with fireplace and pool table, kitchen, vending machines, laundry
Number of Occupants: 125
MacKimmie Hall
Floors: 3
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has lounges, kitchen and dining area, recreation room with TV, vending machines, laundry, first-year general education.
Number of Occupants: 236
Mary Lyon Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Located Northeast Cluster. Houses community for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender students. Hall has classroom and seminar room, TV lounge with pool table and piano, kitchen lounge, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 176
McNamara Hall
Floors: 8
Bathrooms: Shared by suite
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Suites of singles and doubles
Located in Sylvan Cluster. Suites have living room. Hall has main TV lounge, kitchen, recreation room with pool table, snack bar, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 457
Melville Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Hall has kitchen and dining area, lounges, table games, vending machines, laundry, Epoch first-year.
Number of Occupants: 192
Moore Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has community lounges, kitchen and dining area, recreation room with TV, classroom, vending machines, laundry, Epoch first-year program, first-year general education program.
Number of Occupants: 226
Patterson Hall
Floors: 3
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has lounges, kitchen and dining area, recreation room with TV, laundry, vending machines, first-year general education.
Number of Occupants: 338
Pierpont Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has community lounges, kitchen and dining area, recreation room with TV and pool table, classroom, laundry, vending machine, Epoch first-year program, first-year general education.
Number of Occupants: 268
Prince Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, quads
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Hall has study lounges, TV lounge, pool table, kitchen and dining area, reading room, vending machine, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 266
Thatcher Hall
Floors: 4
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Northeast Cluster. Hall has study lounges, recreation room with pool table, TV, and fireplace, computer room, kitchen, vending machines, laundry, Thatcher Foreign Language Program, Max Kade German Studies Center.
Number of Occupants: 123
Thoreau Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, triples, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-North Cluster. Hall has kitchen, several lounges, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 171
Van Meter Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Hall has TV lounge, kitchen, dance studio, multipurpose room, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 423
Washington Hall
Floors: 19
Bathrooms: Shared by floor
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles, Z-rooms
Located in Southwest-South Cluster. Hall has community lounges, recreation room with TV and pool table, classrooms, laundry, vending machines, Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Math, Pre-Nursing, Physical Science Talent Advancement Programs, Wellness Center.
Number of Occupants: 512
Webster Hall
Floors: 7
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles
Located in Orchard Hill Cluster. Homes to Wellness Center, Commonwealth College Learning Communities. Hall has study lounges, kitchens, main piano lounge, recreation room with TV and pool table, vending machines, laundry, faculty member in residence.
Number of Occupants: 332
Wheeler Hall
Floors: 5
Bathrooms: Shared by wing
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Singles, doubles
Located in Central Cluster. Hall has Central Gallery artwork, study lounge, kitchen lounge, recreation room with TV and pool table, vending machines, laundry.
Number of Occupants: 172
Campus-Owned Apartments
North Apartments
Floors: 5
Number of Units: 50 units in five buildings
Bathrooms: Two per unit
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen, upperclassmen
Room Types: Four singles in each unit
Air-conditioning, cable and Ethernet provided, close to classes, co-ed living option, full kitchen with appliances, fully furnished, laundry in building, residents can stay during school breaks, utilities included.
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