Ranking the Dorms at University of South Carolina

I love that Bates West is apartment style. It is a really nice layout for a freshman dorm, and having the full sized fridge, an oven, and a couch in the dorm is amazing. The toilet sometimes doesn't flush but it usually just takes a few minutes and then it works; that's probably the most annoying thing about the dorm. The building itself is super old and the laundry room is gross. Overall I'm glad that I live in Bates West for freshman year. - 1 year ago

socially, one of the best dorms. in some of the dorms, people don't even talk to each other. in capstone almost everyone knows each other. however, i lived on the 15th floor and the amount of times that i had to walk up 14 flights in the first semester was SO BAD, but we have all new elevators now so i'm praying. i roomed with the RM and she was chill, so my floor was chill. - 1 year ago

I loved my experience living here. It's an old dorm so the rooms and amenities aren't as nice but I'd live there ten times over. I am a senior and met all of my friends there freshman year and am still friends with them today. By far the most social dorm along with Capstone. Bring a door prop and you'll make friends fast! - 2 years ago

For a freshman apartment style dorm, I loved living there! The rooms are small with minimal storage, but the personal closets make up for it. I loved the layout of my room and having my own space was a must my freshman year. I shared a bathroom with one other girl and it worked perfectly with no issues. The living room is fairly small, but big enough for the 4 people that can live in the apartment.

As far as location goes, it is at the bottom of a hill and on outskirts of campus closer to the engineering school. So it is a bit of a hike to get anywhere on campus such as Russell House or especially Close Hipp or Capstone. Once I figured out the shuttle system I was able to make it to my 8:30 AM class in Gambrell without having to hike to class.

Overall, for anyone wanting their own room with a shared bathroom I highly recommend Green Quad. It's a great freshman dorm, however if you are looking to make friends with the people on your floor and not just your roommates it is probably not the best dorm for you as everyone sticks to themselves and their roommates. - 2 years ago

Great location and building, one of the newest dorms. Right in the heart of campus. Honeycomb at the base is the best dining hall. The only downside is the rooms weren't that big and the bathroom was small as well. - 4 years ago

Probably the best quad to live in, at least from what I've seen. It does the job and is especially nice having your own room. - 1 year ago

I loved living in Patterson. The location is very convenient to get to Russell House, the library, and all the class buildings. It is also very nice to have a parking garage so close if you are planning to bring your car. Compared to most of my friends' dorm rooms, Patterson was very clean, modern, and spacious. It is also very nice to have your own bathroom suite-style rather than a hall bathroom. - 2 years ago

It was a wonderful experience and had great staff! Perfect location and is in the center of everything on campus. 10/10 recommend! - 2 years ago