Texas Tech University - Housing and Residence Life and Hospitality Services

Living Options	Room Rates		University Contract Guide
Residence Halls	Designs for Living		Housing FAQs
Housing Procedures	Apply / Update (New Students Only)		Best Dressed Space Contest
Dorm Room Safety 101: A Report from Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL)		Housing Contract Renewals and Single Room Requests (Current Residents Only)

Academic Success is Linked to Living On Campus!

For many years it has been shown that living on campus contributes to the academic success of students. This can be related to a number of reasons including the close proximity to classes, the availability of learning communities and special interest floors that focus on group learning, and the sense of belonging that comes from involvement in college life. We are happy to back these words up with statistics that indicate the positive impact of living on campus.

Cost of Living Analysis 2007-2008 Front
Cost of Living Analysis 2007-2008 Back

Residency Policy

Students with less than 30 hours of academic credit (excluding dual credit and credit by examination) prior to the first semester of enrollment are required to live in university housing, unless exempted by the Department of Housing and Residence Life.

Living Options

There are a variety of theme floors and halls in which a resident can live. Theme floors and halls offer residents an opportunity to live with others who have similar lifestyles and to participate in specialized programs and activities.

Honors College Housing

The Honors Learning Community provides educational and social opportunities in a collaborative effort with faculty, staff and students that promote academic and personal growth of the students while complementing the mission and objectives of the Honors College. Honors College housing is located in Gordon Hall.

Features

Space available to socialize and study with other student
Close proximity to the Honors College, classroom buildings, the Student Union and athletic fields
Student staff (Honors students) to assist in the development of the community focused on Honors curriculum
Live among other dedicated Honors students and create study groups
Acceptance to the Honors College required to live in this community

Learning Communities

Learning Communities provide specialized programs that increase access to faculty and to students working toward common interests and goals. The collaboration and involvement of faculty, staff and students within the learning community are key components to creating a valuable learning experience. Research shows that involvement in learning communities will contribute to:

Development of personal relationships with other students in the classroom
Increased GPA
More involvement on campus and in professional organizations
More likely to graduate in four years
Easier transition from high school to college
Increased class attendance

First Year Success Learning Community - Chitwood/Weymouth

Features

Close proximity to the Career Center and the Rec Center
In-hall tutoring services (Success Center)
Study lounge located on each floor
Student-staff to assist in the development of the community focused on the transition to college such as career and major exploration

Honors Learning Community - Gordon

Features

Space available to socialize and study with other students
Close proximity to the Honors College, classroom buildings, the Student Union and athletic fields
Student staff (Honors students) to assist in the development of the community focused on Honors curriculum
Live among other dedicated Honors students and create study groups
Acceptance to the Honors College required to live in this community

Architecture Learning Community - Clement

Features

Close proximity to the Architecture Building
In-hall studio space which includes a light table, numerous drafting tables, a computer and architectural manuals
Study lounge located on floor
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on architecture and design
Close proximity to many classrooms buildings, the Success Center, the Library and the Rec Center
Live among other dedicated architecture and design students and create study groups
Activities focused on complimenting academics such as Sand Castle Build and ADLC Logo Design Contest

Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Learning Community - Knapp Hall (Women only)

Features

Close proximity to the Architecture Building
In-hall studio space which includes a light table, numerous drafting tables, a computer and architectural manuals
Study lounge located on floor
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on architecture and design
Close proximity to many classrooms buildings, the Success Center, the Library and the Rec Center
Live among other dedicated architecture and design students and create study groups
Activities focused on complimenting academics such as Sand Castle Build and ADLC Logo Design Contest

Engineering Success Learning Community - Bledsoe Hall (Men only)

Features

Close proximity to many classroom buildings, the Engineering Key and athletic fields
Study and meeting space within the hall
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on engineering
Live among other dedicated engineering students and create study groups
Activities focused on complimenting academics such as Student Organization Fair and Egg Drop

Fine Arts Learning Community - Wall

Features

Performance space located in the Wall/Gates Lobby
Blue Room developed for study and work space
Space available to display art projects
Close proximity to art, dance, music, and theatre classrooms, the Charles E. Maedgen Theatre, the University Theatre, the Library and the Student Union
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on fine arts
Live among other dedicated fine arts students and create study groups

Health Sciences Learning Community – Stangel/Murdough

Features

Study lounge located on floor
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on health sciences
Close proximity to many classroom buildings, the Rec Center and the Health Sciences Center campus
Live among other dedicated health sciences students and create study groups

Agriculture & Natural Sciences Learning Community – Stangel/Murdough

Features

Study lounge located on floor
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on agriculture and natural sciences
Close proximity to many classroom buildings, the Rec Center and athletic fields
Live among other dedicated agriculture and natural sciences students and create study groups

Education Learning Community – Hulen

Features

Close proximity to many classroom buildings, the Library, the Success Center and the Rec Center
Study lounge located on second floor
Student staff to assist in the development of the community focused on education
Live among other dedicated education students and create study groups

Intensive Study Floors

The Intensive Study Floor living option is open to students who desire a more studious environment. Programs are specifically designed to target the needs of these students and include study skills, test taking note taking and time management, as well as social and recreational activities. Intensive study floors are located in Clement, Horn and Knapp.

Substance-free Floors

Although there is already a strongly enforced expectation that all residence hall rooms and public spaces comply with all federal, state and university regulations related to the use or possession of alcohol and other drugs, the substance-free floors offer an additional measure of support for those individuals who choose not to drink or use drugs. Substances are defined to include alcohol, cigarettes and other smoking materials, as well as all illicit drugs. Students on the substance-free floor sign an agreement to keep their room free from substances at all times. The following halls have designated substance-free floors: Hulen, Sneed and Horn.

Nonsmoking Living Environments

Smoking is not allowed in student rooms; therefore, all residence complexes are nonsmoking living environments. All public areas in all residence halls are also designated as nonsmoking.

Summer Housing

A limited number of residence halls are open for summer. Students may request housing for the summer and interim periods even though they are not enrolled in summer classes, provided the student will be enrolled for the fall semester.

Current students complete contracts and select rooms during the spring semester. Residents may contract for one or both summer sessions. New students may begin applying as early as January, once they have been admitted.

Married/Family Student Housing

Texas Tech University does not operate housing for married students or students with families.

Graduate Student Housing

Graduate students are eligible to apply and contract for space in any residence hall. We encourage graduate students to apply for housing in Carpenter/Wells Complex.