What will my dorm room come with at UT Austin?

Residence halls and Dobie Twenty21 Every room has a desk, desk chair, dresser, bedframe, mattress, shelving and hanging space for each resident, combination microwave/refrigerator (MicroFridge), trash can, recycling bin, bulletin boards and window blinds.

What do UT Austin dorms come with?

All rooms come furnished with a desk, desk chair, dresser, extra-long twin bed, combination microwave/refrigerator (MicroFridge), trash can, recycling bin, shelving and hanging space, bulletin boards and window blinds.

Does UT dorms have cable?

Explore. Cable TV is available to students living in the residence halls and administrative offices on the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus. Students living in University Housing: Standard Cable TV service and live streaming are included with your student housing fee.

Is laundry free at UT Austin?

The use of residence hall laundry facilities is included in the housing rate. Each hall provides access to high efficiency front-loading washers and dryers, as well as ironing boards (irons not included).

Do UT Austin dorms have kitchens?

Residence Hall Community Kitchens

In addition to having a microfridge in your room, all residents have access to a community kitchen in their area. Whether you want to prepare a home-cooked meal or just bake a batch of cookies for your floor, the community kitchens have the kitchen supplies and appliances you need.

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Do UT dorms have microwaves?

University Housing provides a Microfridge in all residence hall rooms except in apartment-style halls. It is a combined microwave, refrigerator, and freezer. Residents are not permitted to bring additional refrigerators.

What UT dorms have private bathrooms?

Duren Hall is located on the northwest edge of campus and pays homage to UT Austin's rich history while offering modern amenities. Alongside rooms with private or connecting bathrooms and individual thermostat control, this hall offers access to the heart of on - and off - campus life.

Do UT dorms allow pets?

The University of Texas at Austin (University) allows individuals to bring animals on University property in accordance with federal and state laws and in other situations subject to the rules outlined in this policy. A service animal is permitted on campus grounds and within University buildings and housing.

What is the difference between dorms and apartments at UT Austin?

The biggest difference in an apartment rather than a dorm is that you'll have more living space, including a kitchen and a living room. Most students who live off campus choose to live in one of three neighborhoods: West Campus: West Campus is the neighborhood just west of UT campus.

Is UT a dry campus?

Officially, the University of Texas at Austin is an alcohol free campus. Exceptions for those aged 21 include: Personal rooms in residence hall. The Cactus Café and Bar.

Are dorms at UT Coed?

UT Austin will allow students to live together on campus regardless of gender or sexual identity. The two-year pilot program comes after at least 15 years of students asking for the change. It will allow UT-Austin students to live together in certain residence halls with students of any gender or sexual identity.

Does UT have free WiFi?

To Connect to UT Guest WIFI:

Click on your device's WiFi icon. Click on UTGuest from your list of available Wi-Fi connections. Select “Connect.” Open your preferred browser and enjoy your complimentary WiFi.

Do people bring TVs to dorms?

Can you have a T.V. in a dorm room? Most colleges allow students to have televisions in their dorm room, but you need to check with your college to make sure that televisions are allowed before you purchase one. And find out what connections your television needs before you make a purchase.

What do dorms usually come with?

Typically, a dorm room includes a few pieces of basic furniture, including a bed, desk, chair, and lamp. Some colleges have dorm room essentials in the form of a small refrigerator and/or microwave.

What is the biggest dorm at UT Austin?

The 14-story Jester West Hall, the largest of our residence halls, sits at the heart of campus's south side, catty-cornered from Gregory Gym and the Perry–Castañeda Library.

How do dorms work at UT Austin?

Receive your room selection time. You will receive an email by June 1 with your time slot to choose your room. If you are paired with a roommate, the roommate with the earliest time slot can assign both of you to a room based on available space.

Are freshman guaranteed housing at UT Austin?

Contracts are offered to students who are admitted to the University; incoming freshmen must be admitted and have paid or satisfied the enrollment deposit. More information about the housing application process is available online. Housing is not guaranteed for students.

Can you choose your dorm roommate at UT Austin?

Students can submit a roommate request, and once approved, they will be paired together.

Are blenders allowed in dorms?

Experts weigh in on which cooking appliances are typically allowed in dorm rooms and explain how to safely use them. Most college dorms allow mini fridges, microwaves, blenders and electric kettles, though policies may vary across campuses.

Why should pets not be allowed in dorms?

Animal waste and fur can be difficult to clean, so just like hotels, the dormitory either has to forbid them or raise its prices to cover that expense. A percentage of students always have allergies. So, bringing in pets can make other students miserable or sick. Bad environment for the animals.

How hard is it to get housing at UT Austin?

Unfortunately you are right if you talk about dorms: UT Austin only has enough campus/dorm housing for about half of the freshman class. Sign up for housing as soon as you can and make sure to check out the different coops available.

What is the oldest dorm at UT Austin?

Littlefield Hall, an all-freshmen dorm that houses female students only, is the oldest dorm on campus. The dorm holds 152 beds.

Can you tour dorms at UT Austin?

Each information session will be followed by a 30-minute tour of one of our University Residence Halls. Select a date to see available sessions, details and registration information. Return to the Prospective Freshman Campus Visits calendar.