Best UIUC Dorms

"Nugent is one of the nicer and newer dorms and my overall experience was very good. Bathrooms are clean and spacious, and most importantly the L shaped rooms are double the size of standard rooms. I had space for a big futon in the middle of the room. Location is kind of far, but everything is walking distance. There are also a lot of rooms for you to study in and hang out with friends. Nugent is honestly a luxurious dorm. "

"My dorm was pretty decent. I had the last time slot so this dorm was the last one left with a/c. It was pretty quiet. I met only 2 people on my floor (keep in mind this was during peak COVID, like fall 2020) Communal bathroom was the only con. My room had 3 windows and a heater in between the beds. Overall, not too bad."

"Best dining hall food on the campus, hands down. You don’t have to worry about associating with the wrong kinds of people because everyone, and I mean everyone, is an antisocial engineering kid in some way. There are plenty of amenities to hold you by without having to leave the hall, and it’s only a couple of blocks down Green St. from the main campus and engineering quad."

"It is one of the best dorms in my opinion, however, it is hard to get a spot unless you apply for the BLLC"

"Newman Hall is the closest dorm to the Quad, and has both suite- and traditional-style rooms. GREAT dining, and a super active student community. There are intramurals, tons of clubs, weekly events, and the vibe is really friendly and welcoming. You will not feel alone here. Also, weekly housekeeping, free laundry, on-site library and fitness center, lots of study rooms, and the main seating area of the dining room is open 24/7. Basketball and pickleball courts, great courtyards and a terrace, nice lounges. Air conditioning, big rooms, well-maintained."