What is provided in your room
The university provides a dresser, mirror, desk and chair, a single (extra long) bed and mattress, wastebasket, book shelf or hutch, internet connection, basic cable service, and a micro-fridge unit.
WHAT TO BRING
The Basics
- Clothes
- Everyday
- Professional
- Undergarments/socks
- Shoes
- Winter gear
- Rain gear/umbrella
- Command hooks/strips
- Air fresheners
- Dry erase board/marker
- Prescription medicines
- Medical kit
- Box fan
- Decorations
- Headphones/ear plugs
- Hangers
Bed & Bath
Save yourself a trip to the store and order your sheets, towels, pillows and more online at www.msoe.ocm.com/. Proceeds from these purchases go to the Residence Hall Association, our student-led governing group, and are used to support residence hall programs.
- XL twin sheets (80 in.)
- Pillows & comforter
- Blankets
- Towels and washcloths
- Futon
- Robe
- Rug
- Non halogen lamp
- Shower tote/caddy
- Shower sandals
Rent a loft through www.collegeproducts.com/msoe. Order by Aug. 1 and we'll deliver it to your room!
Room hack: bring a pool noodle to put on the bottom of your lofted bed so you don't hurt your head.
Laundry & Cleaning
- Laundry bag/basket
- Laundry detergent
- Quarters for laundry machine
- Dryer sheets
- Iron/ironing board
- Small vacuum
- Paper towels
- Cleaning supplies
Toiletries
- Soap
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Shaving accessories
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Hair products/hair dryer
- Makeup/moisturizers
School Supplies
- Backpack
- Pens/pencils
- Notebooks/folders
- Organizer/planner
- Scissors/stapler
- Tape/Post-it notes
- Calculator
- USB & external hard drive
Electronics & Housewares
- Power strips with surge protection
- TV (flat panel/LED)
- Computer/tablet/gaming systems
- Computer mouse
- Can opener
- Computer router
- Cell phone/long charger
WHAT TO LEAVE AT HOME
Things You Can't Bring
- Air conditioners
- Alcohol/drugs and paraphernalia
- Appliances with exposed heating elements without automatic shut off (toaster, hot plates, crockpots, etc.)
- Bedframes, bed mattresses or personal lofts
- Candles/incense
- Combustion fluids or solids
- Darts with steel/metal tips
- Fireworks
- Halogen/octopus lamps
- Microwaves
- Motorcycles, mopeds, motor engines
- Pets (fresh water fish are allowed in a 10-gallon tank max)
- Raw lumber/untreated wood
- Refrigerators
- Wall mounted TV bracket
- Weapons of any kind
Customizing your room with lofts and furnishings
Some residents may wish to customize their living space with a loft/bunk bed, futon or other MSOE approved items in their living environment. Here is a sample floor plan to give you an idea of your space. All lofts/bunk beds must be rented through College Products. College products delivers all ordered products to campus. Order before August 1st and your items will be delivered to your room!
Visit On Campus Marketing to view a wide selection of linens from Residence Hall Linens (RHL) plus comforters and other essentials for your room.
Loft rentals feature:
- Annual rental fee
- No tools required
- Five minute assembly
- Five adjustable height settings
- Weight tested up to 2,000 pounds
- Uses school-supplied bed frame and mattress
Order by August 1st to guarantee free delivery to your room.
What is provided in your room
The university provides a dresser, mirror, desk and chair, a single (extra long) bed and mattress, wastebasket, book shelf or hutch, internet connection, basic cable service, and a micro-fridge unit.
WHAT TO BRING
The Basics
- Clothes
- Everyday
- Professional
- Undergarments/socks
- Shoes
- Winter gear
- Rain gear/umbrella
- Command hooks/strips
- Air fresheners
- Dry erase board/marker
- Prescription medicines
- Medical kit
- Box fan
- Decorations
- Headphones/ear plugs
- Hangers
Bed & Bath
Save yourself a trip to the store and order your sheets, towels, pillows and more online at www.msoe.ocm.com/. Proceeds from these purchases go to the Residence Hall Association, our student-led governing group, and are used to support residence hall programs.
- XL twin sheets (80 in.)
- Pillows & comforter
- Blankets
- Towels and washcloths
- Futon
- Robe
- Rug
- Non halogen lamp
- Shower tote/caddy
- Shower sandals
Rent a loft through www.collegeproducts.com/msoe. Order by Aug. 1 and we'll deliver it to your room!
Room hack: bring a pool noodle to put on the bottom of your lofted bed so you don't hurt your head.
Laundry & Cleaning
- Laundry bag/basket
- Laundry detergent
- Quarters for laundry machine
- Dryer sheets
- Iron/ironing board
- Small vacuum
- Paper towels
- Cleaning supplies
Toiletries
- Soap
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Shaving accessories
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Hair products/hair dryer
- Makeup/moisturizers
School Supplies
- Backpack
- Pens/pencils
- Notebooks/folders
- Organizer/planner
- Scissors/stapler
- Tape/Post-it notes
- Calculator
- USB & external hard drive
Electronics & Housewares
- Power strips with surge protection
- TV (flat panel/LED)
- Computer/tablet/gaming systems
- Computer mouse
- Can opener
- Computer router
- Cell phone/long charger
WHAT TO LEAVE AT HOME
Things You Can't Bring
- Air conditioners
- Alcohol/drugs and paraphernalia
- Appliances with exposed heating elements without automatic shut off (toaster, hot plates, crockpots, etc.)
- Bedframes, bed mattresses or personal lofts
- Candles/incense
- Combustion fluids or solids
- Darts with steel/metal tips
- Fireworks
- Halogen/octopus lamps
- Microwaves
- Motorcycles, mopeds, motor engines
- Pets (fresh water fish are allowed in a 10-gallon tank max)
- Raw lumber/untreated wood
- Refrigerators
- Wall mounted TV bracket
- Weapons of any kind
Customizing your room with lofts and furnishings
Some residents may wish to customize their living space with a loft/bunk bed, futon or other MSOE approved items in their living environment. Here is a sample floor plan to give you an idea of your space. All lofts/bunk beds must be rented through College Products. College products delivers all ordered products to campus. Order before August 1st and your items will be delivered to your room!
Visit On Campus Marketing to view a wide selection of linens from Residence Hall Linens (RHL) plus comforters and other essentials for your room.
Loft rentals feature:
- Annual rental fee
- No tools required
- Five minute assembly
- Five adjustable height settings
- Weight tested up to 2,000 pounds
- Uses school-supplied bed frame and mattress
Order by August 1st to guarantee free delivery to your room.
What is provided in your room
The university provides a dresser, mirror, desk and chair, a single (extra long) bed and mattress, wastebasket, book shelf or hutch, internet connection, basic cable service, and a micro-fridge unit.
Residence Life Housing Rates
There are four options for residence hall pricing based on
- traditional residence hall living (open to all students)
- suite-style residence hall living (based on eligibility)
- apartment-style living (based on eligibility)
- double room occupancy (standard)
- single room occupancy (based on availability)
Current and next year’s housing and meal plan rates are available.
Housing Rates
| |
2024-25
Per Semester |
2024-25
Per Year |
| Margaret Loock Hall (MLH) Double Room |
$3,726 |
$7,452 |
| MLH Single Room |
$5,590 |
$11,180 |
| Viets Tower (VT) Double Room |
$4,968 |
$9,936 |
| VT Single Room |
$7,452 |
$14,904 |
| Regent Hall Double Room |
$4,968 |
$9,936 |
| Regents Hall Single Room |
$7,452 |
$14,904 |
Grohmann Tower (GT) Shared Room
(4-10) |
$4,968 |
$9,936 |
GT Shared Room
(11-14) |
$3,960 |
$7,920 |
Cancellation Fee
| |
2024-25 |
| After July 1st for Fall Semester |
$150 |
| Two weeks before the start of the Spring Semester |
$150 |
Residence Hall Refund
In the event of an academic termination or a decision by the student to terminate their student status, refunds of housing fees will be authorized according to the refund schedule. All residence hall refunds are determined by the actual move-out date.
Residency Requirement
Exceptions to the MSOE residency requirement may be granted to individuals on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Residence Life. These requests must be sent to Dr. Mitchell.
What We Provide
The university provides a dresser, desk and chair, bedframe and twin XL mattress, wastebasket, bookshelf or hutch, internet connection, and a microwave-fridge combo unit. A mirror is included in the Regents and MLH.
Customizing Your Room
Some residents customize their living space with a loft/bunk bed (for MLH only), futon, or other MSOE-approved items in their living environment. Make it your own; make it feel like home.
Floor Plan and Room Essentials
This sample floor plan gives you an idea of your space. Get move-in day ready, and create your dream room. Visit Dormroom.com to purchase twin XL bedding, storage solutions, and everything else you'll need (or want) for your new home away from home.
Lofts Rental for MLH
All lofts/bunk beds for MLH must be rented through College Products. Viets Tower comes with a loftable bed. Regents and Grohmann Tower do not have loft options. College Products offer several benefits.
- Annual rental fee
- No tools required
- Five-minute assembly
- Five adjustable height settings
- Weight tested up to 2,000 pounds
- Uses school-supplied bed frame and mattress
College products delivers all ordered products to campus. Order before August 1st, and your items will be delivered to your room!
What to Bring
The Basics
- Clothes
- Everyday
- Professional (We recommend a suit/sport coat with a collared shirt and tie, or equivalent for our male residents, and a business-appropriate skirt or pants with a blouse for our female residents.)
- Undergarments/socks
- Shoes
- Winter gear
- Rain gear/umbrella
- Command hooks/strips
- Air fresheners
- Dry-erase board/marker
- Prescription medicines
- Medical or first-aid kit
- Box fan
- Decorations
- Headphones/earplugs
- Hangers
- Hygiene kit
Bed & Bath
Save yourself a trip to the store and order your sheets, towels, pillows, and more online at Dormroom.com.
- XL twin sheets (80 in.)
- Pillows & comforter
- Blankets
- Towels and washcloths
- Futon
- Robe
- Rug
- Non-halogen lamp
- Shower tote/caddy
- Shower sandals
Laundry & Cleaning
- Laundry bag/basket
- Laundry detergent
- Dryer sheets
- Iron/ironing board
- Small vacuum
- Paper towels
- Cleaning supplies
Toiletries
- Soap
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Shaving accessories
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Hair products/hair dryer
- Makeup/moisturizers
- Washcloth
- Hygiene items as needed
School Supplies
- Backpack
- Pens/pencils
- Notebooks/folders
- Organizer/planner
- Scissors/stapler
- Tape/Post-it notes
- Calculator
- USB drive or external hard drive
Electronics & Housewares
- Computer/tablet/gaming systems
- Computer mouse
- Computer (wireless) router
- Cell phone/charger (recommend long wire)
- TV (flat panel/LED)
- Power strips with surge protection
- Can opener
- Eating utensils, cups, plates, and bowls
What to Leave Home
Things You Cannot Bring
- Air conditioners or space heaters
- Alcohol, drugs, and paraphernalia
- Cooking appliances with exposed heating elements without automatic shut off (toaster, hot plates, crockpots, etc.)
- Bedframes, bed mattresses, or personal lofts
- Candles/incense, including candle warmers
- Combustion fluids or solids
- Darts with steel/metal tips
- Fireworks
- Halogen/octopus lamps
- Motorcycles, mopeds, and motor engines (not allowed in the room, must be in a designated parking spot)
- Pets (freshwater fish are allowed in a 10-gallon or smaller tank)
- Raw lumber/untreated wood
- Wall-mounted TV bracket
- Weapons of any kind
