Housing Highlights
- Steps from Everything: Roll out of bed, and you’re already at class. Okay, maybe brush your teeth first.
- Free Laundry: Yes, really. Just bring your detergent, and you’re set.
- $150 Beanery Credit: Every semester, every residential student. That’s a lot of lattes.
- Always Something Happening: Movie nights, hall competitions, Bible studies, sunset hikes, midnight snacks, boredom doesn’t live here.
- Support When You Need It: RAs and RDs who actually care. Each hall has its own vibe and theme.
Your Housing Option
Burke-Griffeth Hall
Named after Bushnell’s second and third presidents
The Vibe: Classic residence hall experience with separate floors for men and women
Perfect For: First-year students wanting the full traditional college experience
Features:
- Communal bathrooms
- Common areas for hanging out
- Close to Burke-Griffeth Bistro (dining hall is literally attached)
- Study lounges on each floor
Womack Hall
Named after President Emeritus James Womack (1986-2004) and Sharron Kay Womack
The Vibe: Newly renovated with a hotel-style feel—your own space with privacy and comfort
Perfect For: Older students who want their own bathroom and modern amenities while staying connected to campus life
Features:
- Single and double-occupancy rooms
- Private bathroom in every room (yes, your own bathroom!)
- Individual room temperature control
- Community spaces and lounges for socializing
Mom Richart Apartments
Modern apartment-style living
The Vibe: More independence, still part of the community
Perfect For: Students ready for apartment living with built-in community
Features:
- Full kitchen, bathroom, and living area in each unit
- Indoor hallways (no walking outside in the rain!)
- Parking and laundry underneath the building
- Double occupancy apartments
Works Village
Named after Dr. Herb & Marilynn Works, beloved campus figures
The Vibe: Apartment community with a neighborhood feel. Named after Mary Richart, former RD and ‘mom’ to campus.
Perfect For: Students who want privacy with proximity to friends
Features:
- Four buildings within a secure gated area
- Full kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms
- Single and double occupancy options
- Married housing options available.
- Central laundry room
- Parking surrounds the complex
Important Dates
- June 15 – Housing and roommate assignments sent
- August 20 – Move-in day! New Student Orientation begins
- August 24 – First day of classes
Cost & Meal Plans
| Burke-Griffeth Hall* | Cost Per Semester |
|---|---|
| Double occupancy room, 19 meals per week | $6,250 |
| Single occupancy room, 19 meals per week | $8,250 |
| Womack Hall* | Cost Per Semester |
|---|---|
| Double occupancy room, 12 meals per week | $6,250 |
| Single occupancy room, 12 meals per week | $8,250 |
| Apartment** | Cost Per Semester |
|---|---|
| Double occupancy room, 5 meals per week | $6,250 |
| Single occupancy room, 5 meals per week | $8,250 |
| Double occupancy room, 10 meals per week | $7,150 |
| Single occupancy room, 10 meals per week | $9,150 |
| Commuter Students | Cost Per Semester |
|---|---|
| 3 meals per week | $700 |
| 5 meals per week | $1,100 |
| 10 meals per week with Beacon Beanery | $2,000 |
*Includes triple room: The triple occupancy room is slightly larger in size. Single rooms are reserved for special circumstances and are based on availability.
**Apartments are reserved for upperclassmen in good standing. Additional meals can be added to the meal plan.
Additional Meals
5 Additional meals per week: $900 per semester
10 Additional meals per week: $1,650 per semester
Parent Corner
- 24/7 on-campus security
- Dedicated residential staff in every building
- Clear housing policies and support systems
- Regular communication about campus life
We know you have questions too.
Residence Life FAQs
All full-time traditional undergraduate students under 21 are required to live on campus. It’s part of the Bushnell experience and research shows it really does help you succeed.
Assignments are typically sent out in mid-June, along with your roommate’s contact information.
Each student room includes:
- Bed (extra-long twin)
- Desk & chair
- Dresser
Absolutely! Make it your own, just be sure decorations don’t damage walls or violate safety guidelines.
Yes! ou can request a specific roommate or share your preferences through the roommate form.
Move-in takes place on the first day of Orientation.
Some students (like athletes or musicians) may move in early and will receive separate instructions.
Here are a few essentials:
- Twin XL bedding
- Surge-protected power strip (required—no extension cords allowed)
- Personal items and décor
- Coordinate with your roommate for shared items (mini-fridge, TV, etc.)
- Weapons or firearms
- Pets (except fish)
- Candles or incense
- Air conditioning units
👉 For a full list, see the Student Handbook.
New Students Living on Campus
Each year, incoming residents must fill out a Room & Board Agreement along with a New Student Housing Profile. The New Student Profile is used to match roommates together based on their preferences and interests. For more information on how to complete your enrollment paperwork, please visit our Admitted Student page.
Returning Students Living on Campus
Returning residents must complete a Returning Room & Board Agreement and Student Housing Application. The Room & Board Agreement is used for housing preference. The Student Housing Application provides returning students with the opportunity to choose who they would like as a roommate for the following year.
Students Living on Campus
All students who wish to live off campus must submit a University Housing Exemption Form.
Automatic exemptions are given to students who are:
- Commuting daily from a student’s permanent home of residence of their parent/legal guardian
- 21 years or older before September 1
- Married
- Parent/legal guardian caring for a dependent child
The Housing Committee meets to determine whether an exemption is permitted for the following reasons:
- Medical
- Financial
- Special Circumstances
To submit housing exemption, fill out our housing exemption form on My.Bushnell.
For more information on how to complete your enrollment paperwork, please visit our Admitted Student page.
Connect with our Residence Life Team
You belong at Bushnell
Jonathan Kurtz
Director of Residence Life & Student Services
Neha Joseph
Resident Director
Coordinator for Student Programs
Jeremiah Reynolds
Resident Director
Coordinator for Student Life Operations
Next Steps
Interested in becoming a part of the Beacon community? We’re here to answer questions and help you see if Bushnell is right for you.
