If you’re a college student or a parent sending their child off to college, there are some dorms that are better than others at FSU.
Whether your family is looking for practicality, privacy, entertainment options, or safety and security while they’re away at school, there is a good fit for every family.
Picking which one best fits your needs can help make their collegiate experience more positive and memorable.
Here are the top 5 FSU dorms to consider and the cost of living there.
1. Bryan Hall
A dorm dedicated to William James Bryan, who studied law and was appointed US Senator in 1907. With battlements along with the roof’s edge and twin squared towers, the hall appears fortress-like. Yet the low, wide-railed steps that lead to the triple arcade entrance give an inviting appearance. Bryan is the oldest residence hall on campus.
If you’re looking for a bit more space and some extra amenities, consider living in Bryan Hall. It’s a bit farther from campus than Azalea Hall (our second best), but it has many of the same perks. The rooms are bigger, and each one comes with its own bathroom. There is also air conditioning and most of the rooms are 2 person room that shares bath with room next door.
FSU – Bryan Hall Dorm Cost
| Room Type | Semester Rate |
| Suite Double with Shared Bath | $3,580 |
| Suite Single with Shared Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Shared Bath | $3,355 |
| Suite Single with Private Bath | $4,200 |
| Suite Double with Private Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Private Bath | $3,560 |
| Suite Quad with Private Bath | $3,560 |
2. Azalea Hall
Azalea Hall opened in June 2017. The name Azalea was chosen to reflect the beautiful foliage around campus. The dining venue, 1851, is located on the ground floor of this building.
The most popular FSU dorms are in Azalea Hall. This building is home to both freshmen and upperclassmen. The rooms have everything you need for a comfortable stay, including air conditioning and high-speed Internet access. There’s also a community kitchen available for residents to use. In addition to having these amenities, Azalea Hall is one of the safest dorms at FSU.
FSU – Azalea Hall Dorm Cost
| Room Type | Semester Rate |
| Suite Double with Shared Bath | $3,580 |
| Suite Single with Shared Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Shared Bath | $3,355 |
| Suite Single with Private Bath | $4,200 |
| Suite Double with Private Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Private Bath | $3,560 |
| Suite Quad with Private Bath | $3,560 |
3. Gilchrist Hall
Gilchrist Hall was named in honor of Brigadier General Albert Waller Gilchrist who served in the Florida Militia during the Spanish–American War, and as Governor of Florida from 1908 to 1912. Gilchrist Hall was completed in 1920 as a women’s residence hall and connects to all the original halls through a series of arcades.
FSU – Gilchrist Hall Dorm Cost
| Room Type | Semester Rate |
| Suite Double with Shared Bath | $3,580 |
| Suite Single with Shared Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Shared Bath | $3,355 |
| Suite Single with Private Bath | $4,200 |
| Suite Double with Private Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Private Bath | $3,560 |
| Suite Quad with Private Bath | $3,560 |
4. Jennie Murphree Hall
Mrs. Jennie Murphree was the wife of Dr. Albert A. Murphree, the first president of the Florida Female College from 1905 to 1909. Jennie Murphree Hall was a women’s hall until Fall 2015 and is steeped in tradition.
If you’re looking for a dorm that’s close to campus, consider living in Jennie Murphree Hall. This is another building that offers air conditioning and laundry facility on the first floor. Most of the rooms have shared bathrooms. There is also a community kitchen available for residents to use. One of the best features of living in Jennie Murphree Hall is its proximity to campus—it’s just a few blocks away from FSU’s main campus.
FSU – Jennie Murphree Hall Dorm Cost
| Room Type | Semester Rate |
| Suite Double with Shared Bath | $3,580 |
| Suite Single with Shared Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Shared Bath | $3,355 |
| Suite Single with Private Bath | $4,200 |
| Suite Double with Private Bath | $4,050 |
| Suite Triple with Private Bath | $3,560 |
| Suite Quad with Private Bath | $3,560 |
5. Ragans Hall
Ragans Hall 3 (C), 930 W Jefferson St, Tallahassee, FL 32304, United States
Sherrill Williams Ragans retired in 2003 after more than 40 years at Florida State University. Having served as a Residence Counselor and Director of University Housing, S.W. Ragans finished her tenure at Florida State as the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs. Originally named New Hall, S.W. Ragans Hall received its namesake in a rededication ceremony in November 2006.
If you’re looking for a dorm that has a lot of entertainment options, consider living in Ragans Hall. It’s one of FSU’s newest dorms, and it comes with all of the latest amenities. There is high-speed Internet access available, laundry facility on the first floor and is air conditioned. There are 3-4 students per apartments with 2 bathrooms. All students will have their own room as well.
FSU – Ragans Hall Dorm Cost
| Room Type | Semester Rate |
| 4 Bedrooms / 2 Baths Apt (Shared by 4 students) | $3,955 |
Here are other FSU dorms for First-Year Undergraduate Students
Broward
Cawthon
DeGraff
Deviney
Dorman
Landis
Magnolia
Reynolds
Wildwood
Salley
McCollum
Rogers
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