Residence Halls
Residence Halls
*Hall demographics are subject to change based on demand.
- Community Style Hall: Students on a residence hall floor share a common bathroom. All bathrooms have private,
locking stalls and are cleaned by university staff daily. These halls typically have
high engagement and are an excellent space for students to make connections with other
students.
- Hotel Style Hall: Each room has a private bathroom shared with a roommate. Students are responsible
for cleaning their own bathrooms.
- Pod Style Hall: Residential units include 2-bed suites. Each pod is comprised of approximately 25
students who share a large community living space, two community restrooms, and two
private restrooms. All bathrooms have private, locking stalls and are cleaned by university
staff daily. Academic Living Learning Communities are typically housed in pod style halls.
- Suite Style Hall: Two rooms are connected by a "Jack and Jill" style bathroom. Students are responsible
for cleaning their own bathrooms.
- Extended Living: All residence halls close for Thanksgiving break, winter break, and spring break, except for the designated extended living residence halls. Students who live in extended
living halls must opt-in to winter break housing to remain on campus during any portion
of that period, and a $450 housing charge will be assessed to their student account.
- Living Learning Communities: Students with similar academic or social interests live together on a residence hall floor and participate in activities tailored to their specific majors or interests. Students must apply for an LLC on their housing application. Learn More
The WKU First Year Village is located on the south end of campus, where focused first-year programming takes place and is home to most Living Learning Communities. These halls utilize space in a way that enables deep faculty and peer engagement around important ideas that connect directly to student success and learning.
Outdoor Area
A large, park-like green space is located in the middle of the First Year Village.
Dining
The First Year Village includes the Pit Stop Convenience Store, the Den by Denny's, and two new dining locations, Java City and The Spread. Einstein's Bros. is also located nearby in Jody Richards Hall.
Health & Wellness
The Preston Health and Activities Center and WKU Health Services are located nearby.
Available to first year students
Available to mostly first year students
Available to all upperclassmen students.
Available to all first-year students; most pods are occupied by academic-based Living Learning Communities.
Available to all students. Double occupancy and private room options available. Learn More
Available to all first-year students; most pods are occupied by academic-based Living Learning Communities.
Available to upperclassmen students.
The Valley is located on the west side of campus, featuring a quad-like green space with mature trees, surrounded by Gilbert, Hilltopper, McCormack, and Rodes Harlin Halls.
Available to upperclassmen students.
Available to upperclassmen students
Available to upperclassmen students
Centennial Village is located in the center of campus surrounding Centennial Mall. The halls house mainly upperclassmen students.
Outdoor Area
A large green space is located behind Northeast Hall, and the Downing Student Union courtyard is lined with cherry trees, which are a favorite sight in the spring and the perfect outdoor study or recreation spot.
Dining
The Centennial Village is near the Downing Student Union, which includes Burrito Bowl, Chick-Fil-A, the Fresh Food Company, Papa John's Pizza, RedZone, Starbucks, and Steak 'N Shake.
Subway and the P.O.D. Market are located inside Bates Runner Hall.
Available to upperclassmen students.
Available to first year students in the Mahurin Honors College, Chinese Flagship, and ISEC Academy
Available to upperclassmen students.
Available to upperclassmen students in the Mahurin Honors College.
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