Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
UNC Charlotte offers a variety of on-campus and affiliated housing options ranging from traditional corridor-style residence halls for first-year students to apartment-style living for upperclassmen and graduate students.
Application Process: Students apply for housing through the UNC Charlotte housing portal. First-year students are strongly encouraged to live on campus. Housing assignments are made based on application date and availability.
Class-Year Priority: Hawthorn Hall and Oak Hall are designated primarily for first-year students. Sanford Hall and Levine Hall accommodate sophomores and juniors. Hunt Hall serves upper-division students. Scott Hall offers apartment-style living for juniors, seniors, and graduate students.
Meal Plans: Residential students in traditional halls are required to carry a meal plan. Crown Commons and SoVi Dining serve as the main all-you-care-to-eat dining facilities on campus.
Charlotte, North Carolina, North Carolina
public
30,000 total students
7 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Hunt Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Hawthorn Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Oak Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Sanford Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Levine Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming |
| Village at College Downs | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
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