University of Washington - Campus Housing - Campus Housing

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On-Campus Housing Available?		Yes
Campus Housing Capacity		5,950
Average Housing Costs		$4,800
Undergrads Living On Campus		23%
Number of Dormitories		8
Number of Campus-Owned Apartments		1
Best Dorms		McCarty McMahon
Worst Dorms		Haggett Terry-Lander

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Dorms vary from Lander’s high-rise rooms with a view of Mt. Rainier to McCarty’s more modern living areas on North Campus. Proximity to campus poses a huge variable. Terry/Lander require a bit of a hike to Central Campus but only a short walk to the Ave., while McCarty, Haggett, and McMahon are nestled right in the Quad’s backyard. It’s pretty much the luck of the draw, with one guarantee: Your room will be tiny. Because of over-enrollment, UW often squeezes three people into a room originally built as a cozy double.

Lucky roommate matches end as inseparable friends throughout college, but just as many can’t stand each other by the end of the quarter. Don’t think you’ll avoid the problem by living with a best friend from high school, either—that’s not always the case. Many people find that such close quarters make living with anyone a difficult situation.

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Alizaq

Economics '15

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The Residence Halls Are Mostly Good

The residence halls at the university of washington provide students with a lot of facilities, including dining halls (in only some halls), study rooms, quiet areas, a pool table, gym (only in my Hall) and a TV lounge. The only con that I can think of is the cost. Apart from living, students in the residence halls have to acquire a dining account even if they don't want to. I would much rather pay the living cost and eat elsewhere instead of being restricted to dorm food.

May 06, 2012

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lauram13

Accounting '14

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UW Dorms Have Variety but Could Be Expensive

On-campus pricing has gone up in recent years, especially for the newest dorms. The meal planning is not flexible, which makes it hard to tailor to your diet or needs but is a necessity for the university. UW is currently remodeling all dorms over the next several years and they should look fantastic. The social atmosphere is probably the best take-away from living in the dorms - you make many friends through studying and events that enhances the college experience nicely. Highly recommend for first year students. North campus dorms are the easiest commute, but south campus has better digs.

Mar 27, 2012

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echudek

Forest Resources Management '14

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Terry Hall

The residence hall Terry is a great place to live if you are new and want to meet people. Everyone is social and it is so much fun. It is great because it has a dining hall and other great places to hangout and have fun. It has a very inviting atmosphere and is an overall great place to live.

Feb 18, 2012

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User rating for University of Washington - Campus Housing is 3.5 out of 5 based on 34 user reviews.

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Room Types		Cluster rooms, where a group of less than 10 students share a cluster with a single bathroom Doubles Singles Triples
Bed Types		Twin extra-long, some lofts, some bunk beds
What You Get		Cable TV Equipment checkout Ethernet access Laundry facilities Local telephone service Mail delivery Recycling Replacement keys Room change requests Smoke-free environment Stamps
Also Available		Apartments for married or single students Coed dorms Fraternity/sorority housing Special housing for disabled students Special housing for international students Substance-free housing Theme housing

Cleaning Service

The custodial staff cleans the bathrooms, lounges, and hallways. Students are responsible for their own rooms.

Did You Know?

All UW residence halls are completely smoke-free. That includes balconies, public spaces, outside areas, and locations close to air supplies.
McMahon Hall is the largest of the UW residence halls with 1,050 students.
In 1876, Clara McCarty earned UW's first diploma. McCarty Hall was named after her.

DormitoriesWhat's This?

2104 House
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 31
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles, singles
Special Features: Fully-equipped kitchen, living room with fireplace, dining room, TV den with cable, small library, laundry, bike storage, deck area. Board Optional Dining Plan available. For students age 19 and older.

Haggett Hall
Floors: 8
Number of Occupants: 814
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, singles
Special Features: Ethernet access, lounge with grand piano and fireplace, game equipment, photography darkroom facilities, large outdoor patio area. Business, International, and SAFE communities.

Hansee Hall
Floors: 4
Number of Occupants: 336
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly upperclasmen
Room Types: Singles
Special Features: 24-hour quiet hall, Ethernet access, lounge with large-screen Tv, grand pianos and fireplaces. For students age 19 and older.

Lander Hall
Floors: 7
Number of Occupants: 839
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Special Features: Activities center, fitness center, study rooms, large-screen TV room, covered basketball courts, Ethernet access, carpeted rooms, loftable and movable furniture. South Campus Academic Resource Center; Eleven 01 Café dining; First-Year Experience, Residential FIG, and Honors communities.

McCarty Hall
Floors: 6
Number of Occupants: 710
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Special Features: Lounge with table tennis and pool table, large study room, partially enclosed patio lounge, loftable and movable furniture in rooms, Ethernet access, carpeted floors. North Campus Academic Resource Center, Engineering and Honors communities, Ian's Domain Internet café.

McMahon Hall
Floors: 11
Number of Occupants: 1043
Bathrooms: Shared by cluster
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen and sophomores
Room Types: Doubles in clusters (four double rooms and a balcony)
Special Features: Ethernet access, large study room, music practice room with piano, fitness and game equipment, large outdoor patio overlooking Lake Washington and Cascade Mountains, covered basketball courts, large-screen TV lounge, photography darkroom. 8 at McMahon dining, Arts community, The Nook express market.

Mercer Hall
Floors: 5
Number of Occupants: 450
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Mostly freshmen
Room Types: Doubles, singles
Special Features: Ethernet access, close to Terry Hall facilities, large-screen TV room, courtyard with volleyball court, coed floors, large recreational field, covered bike racks and storage. Close to The Ave and Burke-Gilman Trail.

Terry Hall
Floors: 11
Number of Occupants: 680
Bathrooms: Shared
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Doubles, triples
Special Features: Fitness center with machines and exercise space, activities center, darkroom, crafts room, saunas, game room, spacious lounge with large fireplace, study rooms, Ethernet access, carpeted rooms, loftable and movable furniture. Eleven 01 Café dining, Pre-Health Sciences community.

Campus-Owned ApartmentsWhat's This?

Stevens Court Apartments
Floors: 4
Number of Units: 310
Bathrooms: Private by unit
Coed: Yes
Residents: Freshmen and upperclassmen
Room Types: Four- to six-bedroom apartments (singles, doubles)
Special Features: Small-group apartment-style living, fully furnished, full kitchens, open over breaks, satellite TV, community center, laundry, recreation room, loftable and movable furniture.

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