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First-Year Residence Halls

Everything you need to know about first-year dorms at St. Lawrence.

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Living on campus is a big part of the St. Lawrence experience. Each first-year residence hall offers something a little different, from layout and location to community feel. 

Below, you’ll find a quick look at our first-year residence halls to help you get a sense of your new home and answers to commonly asked questions.

Gaines Hall at Saint Lawrence University is a red-brick building with white columns and large windows. The front lawn includes wooden chairs for outdoor seating under the shade of nearby trees. The building has a classic look and is surrounded by green space.

Gaines Hall

Gaines has a newly renovated lounge and houses about 50 first-year students. 

Learn More About Gaines Hall 

Lee Hall at Saint Lawrence University is a red-brick building surrounded by trees and green space. A path leads to a glass entryway, and outdoor seating is available with benches and Adirondack chairs. A red sign with white text marks the building’s name.

Lee Hall

Recently renovated, Lee Hall is located on the south side of campus near Rebert Hall and is attached to Eben Holden, a campus space for small events. 

Learn More About Lee Hall

Exterior of Rebert Hall with a red-brick facade, glass entrance doors, a red sign, and outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs and tables.

Rebert Hall

Newly renovated, Rebert Hall primarily houses first-year students and is located directly across from the Sullivan Student Center. 

Learn More About Rebert Hall

Exterior view of Whitman Hall, a red brick building with large white-trimmed windows and a main entrance framed by columns, partially shaded by green leafy trees on a sunny day.

Whitman Hall

Whitman Hall, the University’s most recently renovated residence hall, will reopen during the Fall 2025 semester. 

Learn More About Whitman Hall

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Dressers
  • Desks
  • Desk Chairs
  • Beds (Extra Long Twin)
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Internet Connection
  • Trash and Recycling Bins
  • Window and treatments
  • Cable TV hook-up (TV cable not provided)

While features and amenities vary by residence hall, standard features include: 

  • Free laundry facilities
  • Internet access
  • Cable TV hook-up
  • Desktop computers
  • Kitchenettes
  • Vending machines
  • Common areas
  • Activities and social events
  • Appliances
    • Televisions/VCRs/DVD players
    • Computers
    • Lamps (except halogens)
    • Small refrigerators
    • Phone
    • Fan
    • Clock Radio
    • Stereo/Bluetooth speaker
    • Microwave

The following items are not permitted in St. Lawrence University residence halls:

  • Halogen lamps
  • Toasters
  • Hot plates
  • Candles and Incense
  • Dartboards
  • Air Conditioners
  • Portable heaters
  • Waterbeds
  • Self-made lofts
  • Extension cords
  • Furniture that includes outlets (desks, lamps)

Yes. St. Lawrence allows all students to bring cars to campus. Students will be billed for a non-refundable fee and will be issued a parking permit for their assigned lot. A parking permit does not guarantee the availability of a parking space, but does grant the privilege of using SLU parking areas. 

Move-in is Saturday, August 23.

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Move-In, Matriculation, and Orientation

We are so excited to welcome you home to St. Lawrence. Read everything you need to know about your first few days on campus.

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