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First-Year Housing (Mount Carmel Campus)

The Commons

The Commons is a co-ed building by floor, and each hallway is home to approximately 50 residents. Bathrooms are located in the hallway, and each room has 4 loft beds, 4 desks, 4 free-standing closets and 4 separate phone and computer lines. The building also has one kitchen and one laundry area in each of the 3 lobbies.

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Outdoor view of the Commons residence hall
Take a video tour of The Commons with first-year student Drake. Check out the lounge areas, amenities, game room and bedrooms.
Double bedroom in The Commons
An example of a bedroom inside The Commons residence hall on the Mount Carmel Campus.
Outside view of The Commons
Outside view of The Commons on the Mount Carmel Campus.
Study area in The Commons
Study area in The Commons residence hall on the Mount Carmel Campus.
Laundry room in The Commons
One of the laundry rooms in The Commons residence hall on the Mount Carmel Campus.

Room and Hall Features

Hall Features:

  • 113 rooms
  • 11 resident assistants
  • 5 lounges
  • Community bathroom in each wing
  • Laundry facilities
  • Co-ed by wing within the building

Room Features:

  • Bedroom dimensions: 17’10" x 18’2"
  • Bedroom windows: 5’2” x 4’2”

Bed:

  • Mattress: 36” x 80” x 6” (twin extra long sheets)
  • Height from floor to lofted bed: approximately 5' 5"

Desk:

  • Dimensions: 57”L x 25”W x 30”H
  • 3 drawers
  • 1 desk chair

Wardrobe:

  • Dimensions: 36”L x 24”W x 72”H
  • Includes 2 drawers

Telecommunications:

  • Wireless connectivity (WiFi)

A full meal plan is required for residents. Learn more about meal plans

Sample Suite Layout

Rendering of a floor plan with 4 beds in each corner, 4 desks and a window in one room

Typical rooms include 4 beds, wardrobes and desks.

Housing Resources

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Resident undergraduate student housing contract

Sign your housing contract and pay your housing reservation fee so that you can live close to friends, close to classes, and have 24-hour support from university staff. Please review the housing contract carefully before signing as it is a legally binding agreement.

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Recently admitted to Quinnipiac? New students may access information about their housing process in the summer through Q-Start.

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Explore all housing

We offer more than a dozen modern residence halls featuring traditional, apartment and suite-style accommodations that foster a community environment with options to ensure your living space fits your life. Every residence hall is comfortable and welcoming, and each has its own unique character and style.

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The university reserves the right to revise housing arrangements for any reason, including, but not limited to, state or changing health conditions.

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