The 5 Best University of Washington Dorms

Washington is a bustling city known for its constant display of natural wonders, no shortage of outdoor activities, and its reputation as one of America’s top party schools.

To accommodate Washingtonians and out-of-towners alike, there are a few dormitories that cater to people from all walks of life. Here are the top 5 dorms at University of Washington:

1. Elm Hall

Beautiful dorm under the HFS housing system. It is quite new, and the facility runs quarterly cleaning and safety inspections. The place is in very good condition and well kept. The study rooms have proven quite helpful throughout the year. I would live there again. It is very convenient to the UW campus, and surrounding facilities(the District Market, Local Point, Fitness Center West, etc).

University of Washington – Elm Hall Cost

Room TypeSemester RateAcademic Year Rate
Triple room, private bath$3,050$9,150
Double room, private bath$3,799$11,397
Studio apartment, private bath$5,464$16,392

2. Alder Hall

Alder Hall, 1315 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98105, United States

Alder by far one of the best residential hall on campus. As you enter there is a coffee shop and supermarket with a huge Commons area with three meeting rooms which can be used as study rooms and an auditorium in the basement. Each floor has four study rooms and two huge lounges with an ample amount of couches and a microwave and television.

University of Washington – Alder Hall Dorm Cost

Room TypeSemester RateAcademic Year Rate
Triple room, private bath$3,050$9,150
Double room, private bath$3,799$11,397
Studio apartment, private bath$5,464$16,392

3. McMahon Hall

4200 Whitman Ct NE, Seattle, WA 98195, United States

Largest residence on UW campus is located off Whitman Court and Stevens Way.
All clusters have balconies, many with spectacular easterly views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains, and there is a large outdoor patio which shares the same fantastic view. Conference dining is offered in the dining facility on the lower level. Accommodations are cluster style: a typical layout has four double rooms clustered around a shared lounge and bathroom.

University of Washington – McMahon Hall Cost

Room TypeSemester RateAcademic Year Rate
Double room, semi-private bath$2,545$7,635
Single room, semi-private bath$3,116$9,348

4. Willow Hall

4294 Whitman Ln NE, Seattle, WA 98195, United States

Willow Hall is one of 3 dormitories in the UW North Campus Housing Project that replaced the 1960’s McCarty Hall. This 8-story structure houses more than 500 students as well as many of the common areas in the complex, including multiple dining spaces, study lounges, game rooms, and storage facilities. We worked more than 30,000 man-hours on the project and installed nearly 1,000,000 SF of GWB.

University of Washington – Willow Hall Cost

Room TypeSemester RateAcademic Year Rate
Four-person suite, private bath$2,848$8,544
Triple room, private bath$3,050$9,150
Three-person suite, private bath$3,229$9,687
Double room, private bath$3,799$11,397
Studio apartment, private bath$5,464$16,392

5. Terry Hall

Terry Hall, 1035 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98105, United States

Terry Hall is located in the heart of west campus. Terry is convenient to classes, shopping and recreation, with large rooms and configurable furniture. Terry is also located near Cultivate, the District Market and Local Point – no need to walk far for food. Room types include private baths. Amenities are convenient access to the Burke-Gilman Trail, study rooms, pervasive WiFi and Ethernet access in every student room, and access to the Fitness Center West in Elm Hall.

University of Washington – Terry Hall Cost

Room TypeSemester RateAcademic Year Rate
Double room, private bath$3,799$11,397
Studio apartment, private bath$5,464$16,392

Here are other University of Washington dorms for First-Year Undergraduate Students

Haggett Hall
Hansee Hall
Lander Hall
Madrona Hall
Maple Hall
McMahon Hall
Oak Hall
Poplar Hall

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