Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at St. John's University.
St. John's University offers on-campus residence halls in Residence Village as well as college-owned off-campus housing options for upperclassmen in the Jamaica, Queens neighborhood. First-year students are encouraged to live on campus in DaSilva, Hollis, or Donovan Hall; upperclassmen may apply for Century Hall, Carey Hall, O'Connor Hall, or the off-campus college-owned options.
First-Year Housing: DaSilva Hall and Hollis Hall offer suite-style accommodations with semi-private bathrooms. Donovan Hall houses students in the Ozanam Scholars and Catholic Scholars programs. A meal plan is required for all first-year residents.
Upperclass Housing: Carey Hall and O'Connor Hall offer suite-style options on campus. Off-campus college-owned options include Founders Village Townhouses, Seton Complex, and DePaul Houses, which provide more independent living with kitchen facilities.
Application: Students apply for housing through the Office of Residence Life portal. Housing assignments are made on a rolling basis and vary by class year eligibility.
Queens, New York, New York
private
21,000 total students
13 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carey Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🛗 Elevator |
| Hollis Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Donovan Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| DaSilva Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Janetschek Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| O'Connor Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Founders Village | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Seton Complex | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Century Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🛗 Elevator |
| DePaul Houses | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Henley Road Residence | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| DePaul Townhouses | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Founders Village Townhouses | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
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