Living on Campus
Ready. Set. Move In!
We understand moving away from home and into a college dorm comes with a blend of emotions—and a lot of questions! Living on campus, you’ll find a whole new level of independence, make friends that will last a lifetime, and have a lot of fun along the way! Residence life is a unique opportunity where you’ll be surrounded by a supportive group of peers and feel a sense of belonging to a close-knit community. Your dorm room at Saint Mary's is one of the most exciting parts of your college experience, and we will help you find the best fit.
Where Do You Want to Live?
Our five residence halls each have their own unique character that continue to develop each fall as new Belles move in. We do require that all* students live on campus for their first six semesters which helps ensure that you get the most out of your college experience! (Exceptions are made for students with permanent residence already in the local area.)
Learn about each of the halls!
What’s Included?
Choose the type of room that fits you best: single, double, triple, or quad. Whichever hall and room type you prefer, you can expect the following amenities:
- Standard twin bed (not extra long)
- Dresser
- Wardrobe or closet
- Desk and chair
- Secured residence areas
- Staffed front desks
- High-speed internet & campus-wide WiFi
- Cable access
- Access to a chapel or worship space
- FREE Laundry facilities
- Vending and ice machines
- Mail service
- Smoke-free environment
Our Tobacco-Free, Smoke-Free Campus
In November 2020, the College took an important step in advocating for the health and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff by becoming 100 percent tobacco and smoke free. This means the use of tobacco or tobacco-related products (such as vaping and snuff) is prohibited on any Saint Mary’s or Sisters of the Holy Cross property, including residence halls, academic buildings, all grounds, and inside any vehicle. We are proud to be part of this national movement to address smoking and tobacco use at college campuses, and to create a culture where our students can reject tobacco and be free from secondhand smoke.
FAQs
+What are the housing options offered by SMC?
+What comes in the room?
+When is Room Selection?
+How do I select a roommate(s)?
+Am I required to have a meal plan?
+What are my meal plan options?
+How do I connect to Wifi?
+What is my mailing address?
+May I stay in my hall during College breaks? May I come back early or stay late?
+Can I have Visitors or Overnight Guests?
+Are pets allowed in the residence halls?
+What if I need a housing accommodation?
+How does the College supervise the residence halls?
+What kind of security is there?
FAQs for Spring 2021
+With the change in the semester dates, is there an adjustment to the housing contract dates?
+If Saint Mary’s cancels on campus classes, will our daughters be reimbursed for their room and board charges for the fall semester?
+If my daughter contracts COVID-19, will she be allowed to reside in her residence hall?
+My daughter has an approved emotional support animal. What happens to the animal if she is required to move to isolation/quarantine? Can the animal remain with my daughter?
+Can the College force my daughter to move rooms?
+My daughter and her roommate(s) do not agree on proper safety precautions surrounding COVID-19, what should she do?