🏠 Carthage College — Parent Guide

Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at Carthage College.

💡 Tips for parents reviewing dorm options:

🏠 How housing selection works at Carthage College

Carthage College offers six residential buildings on its lakeside Kenosha campus. Housing is available to all enrolled students, with first-year students generally placed in Tarble or Johnson Halls.

Application Process: Students apply for housing through the Carthage residential life portal after receiving admission. Assignments are made on a rolling basis following receipt of a housing deposit.

J-Term: Carthage's distinctive January Term includes on-campus and travel study options. Many students remain in the residence halls during J-Term, with specific buildings designated for J-Term occupancy.

Upperclass Housing: Straz Hall, Hovda Hall, and the Carthage Apartments are primarily reserved for upperclass students and offer upgraded amenities including air conditioning and suite-style or apartment-style accommodations.

As of May 27, 2026

📍 Location

Kenosha, Wisconsin, Wisconsin

🏛️ College Type

university

👥 Enrollment

2,900 total students

🏠 Housing

6 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter

📊 Dorm Comparison by Safety & Cleanliness

DormOverall ★Safety ★Cleanliness ★ReviewsFeatures
Tarble Hall 0
Johnson Hall 0
Stuart Hall 0
Straz Hall 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming
Hovda Hall 0 ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator
Carthage Apartments 0 🍳 Shared Kitchen

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🎓 Class-Year Housing Guides

Year-specific advice for Carthage College dorms — what changes from freshman to senior year:

🎓 Freshman Guide📚 Sophomore Guide📖 Junior Guide🎉 Senior Guide

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