Traditional Residence Halls (Kistler, Dilworth, and Heinz)
Experience the heart of campus life in Arcadia’s traditional residence halls: Kistler, Dilworth, and Heinz!
Known for their welcoming communities and classic campus atmosphere, these halls offer students a supportive environment that encourages connection, cooperation, and respect among residents. Traditional housing is the most common choice for first-year and new transfer students, providing the perfect introduction to life at Arcadia.
A spacious triple room in Kistler Hall, offering plenty of room to settle in and make campus feel like home.
A comfortable double room in Kistler Hall, perfect for roommates looking to build their first-year community.
A beautifully decorated Kistler Hall room, showcasing how students make their spaces uniquely their own.
A welcoming double room on the first floor of Dilworth Hall, designed for easy access and everyday convenience.
A bright and cozy double room on Kistler Hall’s third floor, featuring elevated views of campus life.
A spacious triple room in Kistler Hall, offering plenty of room to settle in and make campus feel like home.
A comfortable double room in Kistler Hall, perfect for roommates looking to build their first-year community.
A beautifully decorated Kistler Hall room, showcasing how students make their spaces uniquely their own.
A welcoming double room on the first floor of Dilworth Hall, designed for easy access and everyday convenience.
A bright and cozy double room on Kistler Hall’s third floor, featuring elevated views of campus life.
| # of Floors | 3 floors, broken into 6 wings |
| # of Rooms | 12-20 rooms per wing |
| # of Residents (Approx.) | 120 – 175+ |
| Types of Rooms | Singles, doubles, triples Single gender, co-ed, and gender neutral floors |
| Amenities | Free laundry within building Lounge with TV and gaming tables Vending machine Primarily first year students |
Room Features
Traditional residence halls offer flexible living arrangements designed for comfort and community. Most students live with one or two roommates, depending on the preferences listed in their housing application and the completion date of the application.
Each hall includes single-gender, coed, or gender-neutral floors, allowing students to choose a setup that matches their preferences. Coed floors feature single-gender common bathrooms, while gender-neutral floors include shared, gender-neutral bathrooms. Students are placed in these areas only upon request.
Rooms in Kistler, Dilworth, and Heinz Halls measure approximately 11 feet by 14 feet, offering a comfortable amount of space for daily living and personal touches. While layouts vary slightly between halls, each room is designed to provide all the essentials for campus life—balancing function, comfort, and the opportunity to make the space your own.
Take a Video Tour of our Traditional Residence Halls
Hall Amenities
Traditional housing offers everything students need for a comfortable, engaging residential experience. Each building includes spaces designed for studying, socializing, and relaxing.
Community and Common Areas
- Heinz and Kistler Halls feature large lounges with flat-screen TVs, vending machines, and pool tables.
- Dilworth Hall includes cozy lounge spaces with a foosball table and shared study areas.
- Housekeeping service is provided for all common bathrooms, lounges, and study spaces.
Everyday Essentials
- Laundry facilities: Washers and dryers are available at no extra cost (included in the housing rate).
- Study lounges: Quiet areas are available for academic work and collaboration.
- Furnished lounges: Comfortable furniture and recreation areas encourage connection and community.
2025-2026 Academic Year Room Rates
Triple or Higher Occupancy:
$3,740 per resident, per semester
Double Occupancy:
$4,460 per resident, per semester
Single Occupancy:
$5,180 per resident, per semester
Thomas Hall
Thomas Hall is a traditional hall for first-year students and transfers. Thomas Hall is a smaller, gender-neutral community composed entirely of double and single rooms; all students share the same common bathroom.
| # of Floors | 3 floors |
| # of Rooms | 10 rooms per floor |
| # of Residents (Approx.) | 40+ |
| Types of Rooms | Singles, doubles Gender neutral floors, single gender floor |
| Amenities | Access to Free laundry in Dilworth Hall (connecting building) Connects to Blue lounge with TV Blend of First year and Returning students |
2025-2026 Academic Year Room Rates:
Double Occupancy
$4,460 per resident, per semester
Single Occupancy
$5,180 per resident, per semester
