Texas A&M Dorms Ranked

"My ratings explained: 4 stars for the room. I was in a single bed per room suite, so I had a decent amount of space to myself. However, the room was a bit full when I brought in my computer setup, and there wasn't a ton of storage space left for cookware and spare linens. My room also only had 1 window, so while I had some natural light, the room didn't feel super open. Sound insulation between rooms is OK... Not great, but I can't clearly hear my neighbor's conversations. 3 stars for the building. The community lounges are nice, and the custodial staff keeps things clean -- except for trash. Trash can pile up sometimes in trash rooms or trash cans, which smells. However, in the rooms, there is gigabit ethernet running through TAMU's private fiber lines, which is simply amazing. Hot / cold water can sometimes be sub-optimal, but in general it works. The biggest issue with the building is that if you look at your contract, they can hold you liable for any damages. My first year here, there was a ton of damages and they apparently were going to charge us for them, despite many issues with the access control system breaking throughout the year... Also, yes we do have elevators. Unless half of them break down 1 week into the semester and take until week 6 to get fixed. Bathroom wise: Private bathrooms. Custodial does a decent job cleaning them once a week or once every other week... The showers are horrible. The shower head is junk, and the showers are tiny. But, (when it works), there is tons of hot water available... Just be careful that the hot and cold water don't get flipped. Location is a big one. It's right next to Northgate. That's either a bonus or a con. It's also right next to the train tracks. That one is usually a con. I was lucky to get a room facing the inner courtyard, which cuts down on noise a LOT. The issue with Northgate is that if someone comes inside while drunk, and trashes the place, then ResLife is going to try and charge everyone to fix the damage. So my overall take: Probably the best dorm on campus. Yes, off campus apartments are WAYYYY better value, but if you must stay in a dorm, then this one is probably the best. Bring a decent air filter for when someone decides to smoke up the whole building, and bring a vacuum cleaner to get the dust off all your stuff, and the junk off the floors."

"The dorm is small and cramped so know what you're getting before signing up for it. The main pros, however, are excellent. Walton dorms are one of the cheapest dorms on campus and they are located at a very convenient location."

"It’s a solid modular dorm, closest one to the southside garage so it’s convenient if you know you’ll drive a lot. Building just got new washers and dryers and a kitchen over this past summer. Overall the dorm room itself is really nice, plus semi-private bathroom."

"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!"

"Appelt is the last all male dorm on campus. It is right next to the commons and is spacious since it is a modular dorm. Bathroom is nice and only shared between you and your roommate. Shower is a little small however."

"There’s a sink in the bedroom which is great for a number of reasons! The room was great too because I had it all to myself because my roommate upgraded to a single! The furniture was pretty light so I was able to make a double bed and overall it’s pretty spacious. The shared bathroom is regularly cleaned as well so I had no complaints for the most parts! The only negative thing was sometimes it was a bit of a chore to run to the bathroom (luckily I lived right next to it!) and doing laundry on the first floor was a hassle. You have to time it properly or else you’ll have to wait for one to open and I recommend having a rolling or backpack carrier for your laundry (I chose backpack because there was only a stairwell). Attached is a photo of the normal room and the room when I pushed the beds together to make mega bed—you can’t see mega bed but you can see how tall the ceiling can go when the lofted beds not there!"

"Clement's is on the north side of campus and is close to many dining options. You get your own bathroom and the rooms are spacious. Plenty of storage as well. I honestly don't have any complaints. "

"The dorm is very nice. However, if noise bothers you when you sleep then be sure to get some ear plugs. There are definitely quieter dorms."

"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."

"One of the bigger dorms at Texas A&M. Has a private restroom area. Very spacious. Many closets for clothes and other belongings. Close to Dining Hall, Aggie Express, and Southside Rec. Short walk to most classes. I wouldn't choose to live anywhere else."