Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at University of Rochester.
The University of Rochester operates a residential college system on its wooded River Campus, offering a range of living options from traditional freshman corridors to apartment-style upperclass housing.
First-Year Housing: All first-year students are required to live on campus. Freshmen are assigned to one of the residential colleges — Susan B. Anthony, Tiernan, or Hoeing Hall — which serve as the foundation of the University's residential community model.
Upperclass Housing: Continuing students select housing through an annual room draw process. Priority is generally determined by class year and credit hours completed. Options include suite-style halls like Anderson and Riverview, and apartment-style Brooks Crossings for juniors, seniors, and graduate students.
Meal Plans: Residential students are required to carry a meal plan. The Douglass Dining Center (The Pit) and Danforth Dining serve the majority of residential students. Meal plan dollars and swipes are accepted at multiple campus locations.
Rochester, New York, New York
university
12,000 total students
8 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan B. Anthony Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Tiernan Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Hoeing Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Gilbert Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Anderson Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
| Riverview Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Welcoming |
| Brooks Crossings | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| Towers Residence Hall | — | — | — | 0 | ♿ ADA 🛗 Elevator |
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