Residence Halls
Residence Halls
*Hall demographics are subject to change based on demand.
Private rooms are 1.35 times the standard rate and are available if space permits.
The WKU First Year Village is located on the south end of campus, where focused first-year programming takes place and is home to most Living Learning Communities. These halls utilize space in a way that enables deep faculty and peer engagement around important ideas that connect directly to student success and learning.
Outdoor Area
A large, park-like green space is located in the middle of the First Year Village, to be completed by fall 2021. More features will continue to be added through time.
Dining
The First Year Village includes the Pit Stop Convenience Store, the Den by Denny's, and two new dining locations, Java City and The Spread, opening inside Regents Hall in fall 2021. Einstein's Bros. is also located nearby in Jody Richards Hall.
Health & Wellness
The Preston Health and Activities Center and WKU Health Services are located nearby.
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The First Year Village houses most students in Living Learning Communities.
Available to all students.
Available to all students.
Available to all upperclassmen students.
Available to all first-year students; most pods are occupied by academic-based Living Learning Communities.
Available to all students.
Available to all first-year students; most pods are occupied by academic-based Living Learning Communities.
Available to upperclassmen students.
The Valley is located on the west side of campus, featuring a quad-like green space with mature trees, surrounded by Gilbert, Hilltopper, McCormack, and Rodes Harlin Halls.
Dining
The Valley includes Hilltopper Hub, an all-you-can-eat dining location located inside Hilltopper Hall.
Available to all students - primarily upperclassmen housing; double and private rooms.
Available to all students.
This hall does not close for Thanksgiving, winter, or spring breaks.
Typically available to all male students. This hall is offline 2021-2023.
Available to all students.
This hall does not close for Thanksgiving, winter, or spring breaks.
Centennial Village is located in the center of campus surrounding Centennial Mall. The halls house mainly upperclassmen students.
Outdoor Area
A large green space is located behind Northeast Hall, and the Downing Student Union courtyard is lined with cherry trees, which are a favorite sight in the spring and the perfect outdoor study or recreation spot.
Dining
The Centennial Village is near the Downing Student Union, which includes Burrito Bowl, Chick-Fil-A, the Fresh Food Company, Papa John's Pizza, RedZone, Starbucks, and Steak 'N Shake.
Subway and the P.O.D. Market are located inside Bates Runner Hall.
Available to upperclassmen students.
Available to students in the Mahurin Honors College.
Available to upperclassmen students.
Available to upperclassmen students in the Mahurin Honors College.
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