spideyweb95

Can anyone who attends UVa tell me about the different types of dorms and the physical dimensions of the dorm rooms? Can anyone specify the dorm's type of flooring, beds, windows, lighting, laundry, etc.? Are loft beds, fridges, fans, heaters, etc. allowed? Thanks.

shoebox10

University of Virginia - Housing Division :: First Year Home

Everything you need to know is on there for first year dorms. Explore the UVA Housing page in general for all of your answers.

jask925

I really like either Alderman or McCormick. Alderman has that great common room which sounds great for studying or just hanging out. McCormick is apparently close to Scott Stadium and is 500 bucks cheaper than Alderman. What do you guys think is the best option?

Dean J

There have been a number of threads along these lines. A quick search will return lots of opinions about the different areas to live.

spideyweb95

Good point, Dean J

lav241

What kind of shelving will work in Page? During orientation, I didn't get to see one of the rooms. Would it be better to wait and get something once I move in?

hazelorb

as long as your parents are with you - you can just head to target once you know what you need.

db123

when would it be best to check in for move in? early morning? evening? midday? as soon as you get there?

roxxy

I remember someone suggesting early morning because everyone tends to arrive later in the day, and it gets really busy/crowded/traffic-y.

Get in early and beat the traffic!

hazelorb

as early as possible.

luckyducky111

Which houses of alderman are suite-style? And, is there any way to know who your suite-mates are before move-in day?

hazelorb

there's probably a facebook group for your dorm so you could figure out suitemates that way.

every building but Cauthen and Woody, plus the new Kellogg, is suite-style.