Texas A&M University Freshman Dorms Ranked

Number 5

"The room is nice and spacious for two people + ESA. It’s possible have both floors not lifted and still have space for the desks, dresser, and bookshelf, etc. Along with any fridges/microwave you buy. Thing i liked most was that the toilet and shower was seperate from the sink area by a door. The provided full length mirror was a great thing to have in this area. The only issue i ever ran into was near the end of spring semester which was just a leaky pipe/faucet.

Some things that are close to you:
• ⁠Commons Dining Hall
• ⁠Southside Rec (it’s new and it’s way better than going all the way to the main rec to workout and stuff)
• ⁠Southside Parking Garage (doesn’t even take more than 3 minutes to get to the car, which is great especially when you have groceries to carry) but i believe Lot 40 is also nearby

Things in Wells you might benefit or enjoy:
• ⁠1st & 2nd floor are LLCs for Geo and Meteorology I believe (I’m a math major on the first floor so not all hope is lost if you’re hoping for one of those floors)
• ⁠3rd floor is all boys and 4th floor is all girls
• ⁠The Community Kitchen is in good condition compared to some other kitchens on campus and there’s a few things that were bought for the kitchen (pots, pans, waffle thing, spatulas, you get the idea)
• ⁠The TV lounge just got a bean bag chair (Spring 2023) and a nice speaker which makes it good for movie/binge watch nights
• ⁠They have some of the bigger modular’s compared to other dorms (biggest ones you can get other than Hullabaloo)

The Cons of Living in Wells/On Southside:
• ⁠You’re not in the “main” social hub of campus because you’re not near hullabaloo, but honestly if you just hang around the MSC our outdoors enough you’ll find plenty of random people to talk to
• ⁠You’re farther from Northgate. If you’re planning on going to party in Northgate, then Wells will be quite the walk to and from (especially if your feet hurt by the end of the night)" - 1 year ago

3 student reviewers said they lived in Wells Hall during their freshman year

Number 4

"The dorm is very cramped and dirty. While it is in a prime location in terms of food options, classes, and activities, the dorm itself fails in comparison to its neighbors. The people are great though. You get what you pay for." - 2 years ago

3 student reviewers said they lived in Walton Hall during their freshman year

Number 3

"This dorm's best feature is its location. It is close in proximity to a lot of things, including Sbisa Dining Hall, the Hullabaloo Game Room and 24/7 Community Learning Center, and the Memorial Student Center. I had a bike on campus but I found myself walking a lot more than I expected.

The dorm room layout is pretty nice. It's a modular dorm, which is, in my opinion, the best type of dorm on campus. It's quite spacious, has its own bathroom (which is cleaned once every week by cleaning staff), and has decently-sized closets. The desks are pretty long; I was able to put my two monitor PC setup on them and still have extra desk space. You can rent or bring your own microwave and fridge. You don't get much privacy if your roommate ends up spending a lot of time in the dorm, so be prepared for that.

The community spaces aren't as good compared to other dorms. If you're into that, consider Lechner which is right across from McFadden; they have a larger community room. In McFadden, there are some chairs in every hallway that people usually study or hangout around.

My RA was pretty great. Her and the RA's of the other floors would often host events, including a free headshot photo shoot and events about learning about different resources offered by A&M.

I think I've covered all the bases here. Overall, living at McFadden Hall for my freshman year was a pleasant experience and it was very worth it for its price. Definitely consider living here!" - 1 year ago

3 student reviewers said they lived in McFadden during their freshman year

Number 2

"Pros
Convenience: Close to classes and campus facilities, saving time and transportation costs.
Social Environment: Easy to make friends, join social events, and engage in collaborative learning.
Utilities Included: Often includes utilities like internet, water, and electricity in the rent.
Security: Usually have security measures in place, such as key card access and on-site staff.
Cons
Limited Privacy: Shared rooms and common areas can reduce personal space.
Noise: Potential for noise from neighbors and communal activities.
Rules and Regulations: Strict policies on guests, noise, and other behaviors.
Space: Limited room space and storage options." - 6 months ago

3 student reviewers said they lived in Haas Hall during their freshman year

Number 1

"Recently renovated, and the home of the Engineering Honors-specific dorms. The Engineering department's dorm programs are pretty nice and good for finding friends. During finals week there is a large room in the Commons reserved for Engineering Honors students to study in, with all sorts of snacks and coffee provided.

The room was big enough for all my needs, although you basically have to loft your bed if you want all the furniture to fit. Furniture will clearly have been used, but it's sturdy and easy to move around. Floors are hardwood. Ceilings are a little low, especially if you loft your bed.

Offers a communal kitchen on some floors. Several small study rooms are scattered throughout each floor, perfect for when you need to do some late-night homework without disturbing your roommates.

The hall is connected to A&M's Commons area, which has a dining hall, a convenience store, a post office, meeting rooms, and music practice rooms. Walking time to most on-campus buildings is reasonable.

Mosher Hall only offers suites of two doubles connected by a bathroom. Having only one bathroom for four people can get tricky if you all tend to be home at the same time. However, the public restrooms in the central Commons area are close enough to use in an emergency, and are usually really clean. Restrooms are cleaned every week.

Overall I really liked living at Mosher! I would recommend it to any engineering student at A&M." - 4 years ago

4 student reviewers said they lived in Mosher Hall during their freshman year