Guide to UMass Amherst Housing
Blog | By John Thach
UMass Amherst Housing Forum
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Verified Student
The worst dorms on campus is a very subjective topic, but I believe any residential hall located on the hill. This includes Sylvan, Orchid Hill, and most of Central. The hill is a serious terrain obstacle, and constantly climbing a nearly 45-degree slope daily to get to class and get food is terrible, especially during the snowy winters. People find a way to do it, though, whether that be through the buses, electric boards, or using their mythical calves. The physical buildings themselves don't differ that much from the typical dorm, but the location makes it very tedious for lazy people like me.
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Southwest Area
Prince Hall
13 reviews
- 1
Northeast Area
Leach Hall
6 reviews
- 4
Northeast Area
Lewis Hall
5 reviews
- 1
Southwest Area
John Quincy Adams Hall
4 reviews
- 1
Northeast Area
Crabtree Hall
4 reviews
- 5
Southwest Area
Coolidge Hall
4 reviews
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The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university in Amherst, Massachusetts.
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UMass Amherst offers a variety of housing options, with fifty-two residence halls and apartment buildings grouped into seven residential areas. Each area has unique features, including location, architecture, and cultural or academic living/learning programs. Each residential area also has its own facilities, including classrooms, recreational and social centers, and dining facilities. There are options for single-sex and coed residences, as well as communities for students who share common interests, social identities, lifestyle preferences, or cultural bonds. UMass Amherst offers extensive residential choices, including Special Housing Options and Living and Learning Communities.