Housing and Residence Life FAQs

What size are the traditional residence hall and Castle rooms?

Dilworth, Heinz, and Kistler rooms are approximately 11’x14’. Thomas rooms are approximately 11’x13’. Grey Towers Castle rooms vary in size and are assigned accordingly. The measurements of windows, closets, and space under the beds vary by room.   

What size are the beds in the residence halls?

Mattresses in our residence halls are extra-long (36" x 80") and require twin, extra-long sheets. Campus Life has partnered with On Campus Marketing (OCM LLC) to provide students with a convenient, affordable way to purchase bedding items, as well as other campus-living necessities. 

What types of furnishings are provided in each residence hall room?

ROOM FURNISHINGS INFORMATION

What should I bring/leave at home?

LIST OF SUGGESTED ITEMS

Are my personal belongings insured?

Arcadia University is not responsible for damage to personal belongings in your residence hall room or apartment. You should make sure that your belongings are covered under a homeowner’s insurance policy or make arrangements for renter’s insurance coverage if necessary.

Will I have an Internet/phone/cable connection in my room? 

Arcadia provides an Internet connection in each room and apartment. Additionally, the entire campus is covered by wireless access. There are no phone lines provided, so having a cell phone is highly recommended. Residence Halls, including Oak Summit Apartments, do not have cable television.

What if I don’t get along with my roommate(s)? Can I change rooms?

Your first step is to discuss the situation with your Resident Assistant. Your Resident Assistant may be able to help you and your roommate resolve your differences. If, after discussion, a room change is appropriate, you must speak to your Campus Life Coordinator. Room changes are not possible until after the second week of the semester, and then only as space permits.

Is Housing Guaranteed?

Housing is only guaranteed for the first two years a student is at Arcadia and those students are required to live on campus. While we welcome students to live in housing beyond those two years, we will be unable to guarantee housing for all students after their second year.

What types of facilities are available in the residence halls?

Each traditional hall has laundry facilities, furnished main lounges with vending machines and flat screen TVs. Heinz and Kistler also have pool tables, and the Dilworth/Thomas lounge has a foosball table. All residence halls, including the apartments, have common study areas.

Do the residence halls close during vacations?

During Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring breaks, the residence halls are closed. Break exceptions are available on a case by case basis for Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break. Charges may be associated with these exceptions. Students who travel from a distance are welcome to speak with their Campus Life Coordinator at any time for assistance in planning for these break periods.

Are the residence halls at the University coed?

All University housing is coed, in that all residence halls house students of all genders. Most halls are coed by floor or wing. Campus Life Housing will only house you on coed-by-room floors or in coed-by-bed suites and apartments by request.

Do you provide any housing on smoke-free floors?

All University housing is smoke-free. Residents of the Oak Summit Apartments are permitted to smoke on balconies or patios.

What are the rules and regulations associated with living in the residence halls?

As you complete your Housing Reservation via the Arcadia University Housing Portal, you will have the opportunity to review the University Housing Agreement that provides detailed information about University policy and residence hall living. Each resident is required to agree to and abide by this agreement. 

What is my mailing address at Arcadia University?

Your address will be:
[Your Name]
Arcadia University
450 South Easton Rd
Glenside, PA 19038

Who do I contact with questions regarding Residence Life and Housing on campus?

All questions regarding Residence Life and Housing should be directed to the Housing Office at 215-572-4026, or via email at housing@arcadia.edu.

When can I complete a Housing Application?

Students can complete a housing application at any time. Please review below to understand how the date of your application affects your assignment information. 

In order to access and submit your housing application. Log into MyArcadia, select “PortalGuard” on your MyArcadia homepage, and click the “StarRez Housing Portal” application.

When can I expect my Housing Assignment?

Incoming students who submit their Housing Application by May 30th can expect to receive their housing assignment in mid June. Applications submitted after May 30th but before July 1st will receive their assignments in mid July. After July 1st, assignments will be made on a rolling basis. 

How does Arcadia house students?

Any student with a medical accommodation will be given priority. Incoming first-year students and transfers are encouraged to submit important paperwork by May 30.

Roommate preference is priority. If you indicate that you want to live with a particular person, and that person agrees, we will do our very best to house you with that person.

Housing assignments for Dilworth, Heinz, Kistler and Thomas Halls and the Knight Designated Residential Communities are not based upon preference for a building. Instead, housing placements are made based on the type of experience you indicate via the portal.

See our amenities page for more information.