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Halifax’s campuses offer residence options for everyone – including traditional and non-traditional types in single, double, and suite options.

Traditional residences

Traditional residences are popular with undergraduate students as they offer the most access to student supports in a close-knit residence community.

A meal plan is mandatory for all traditional residences. Choose from single or double (roommate) rooms in a variety of buildings, each with their own character.

Gerard Hall

Located in the heart of downtown Halifax next to the Sexton Campus, Gerard Hall is close to restaurants and shopping, and a quick walk to Dal’s Studley campus. Enjoy plenty of common spaces, a large games room, in-building laundry, and single, double, and super single (large single), and loft double rooms.

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Aerial photo of Gerard Hall, looking out to the Halifax Harbour.

Howe Hall

Howe Hall is Dalhousie’s largest residence and very popular with undergraduate students. It offers six houses, a large study lounge, a large dining hall, plenty of lounges, and plenty of hockey and bike storage. Howe Hall offers a variety of room types, including single, double, bunk double and loft double. 

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A photo showing the stone-faced front entrance of Howe Hall, including the official Howe Hall sign. Trees are in full bloom and the sky is sunny.

LeMarchant Place

Centrally located on the Studley Campus, LeMarchant Place is just steps away from the Killam Library, Student Union Building, and most classes. Dalhousie’s newest residence offers a mix of single rooms (with shared adjoining bathroom), and two-, three- and four-bedroom suites. 

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Exterior of the front corner of LeMarchant Place from across the street. Trees are in full bloom and cars are parked along the street.

Risley Hall

Opened in 2004, Risley Hall offers a modern traditional residence experience, featuring in-room sinks, single, double and loft double rooms, and a prime location steps away from the Student Union Building and Killam Library. 

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Risley Hall, showing the three towers, from the back parking lot.

Shirreff Hall

Dalhousie’s oldest residence, opened in 1923, Shirreff Hall is located in an idyllic setting among oak and maple trees. Shirreff Hall offers traditional charm, including a stunning dining hall with plenty of natural light, and several unique spaces like the Shirreff Hall library and Victorian lounge. 

The four houses feature a mix of single and double rooms. Shirreff Hall also features the only female-only house (Newcombe), available by request.

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An aerial photo of the front of Shirreff Hall

Non-traditional residences

Dalhousie’s non-traditional residences offer a more independent living experience in an apartment-style format while enjoying access to programs and facilities in residence. Meal plans are optional. 

Glengary Apartments

Located on Edward Street near the Goldberg Computer Sciences Building, Glengary features 12 three-room apartments and four bachelor apartments. This close-knit community is a favourite among residents. 

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The front entrance of Glengary Apartments, a converted low-rise apartment building. The exterior is red brick and there are plenty of green trees along the sidewalk

Graduate House

Graduate, or “Grad House” is centrally located downtown on the Sexton Campus, close to the Engineering and Architecture faculties. Featuring large single rooms, Grad House is popular with returning and upper year students. 

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The front steps of Graduate House on the Sexton Campus, with a brick façade and arched large windows

Peter Green Hall

Peter Green Hall is Dalhousie’s family housing residence – offering affordable apartments for Dalhousie students with spouses or families enrolled full-time on our Halifax campuses. Located a short walk from campus, the building offers a family atmosphere, outdoor spaces, and an on-site daycare. 

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The corner of Peter Green Hall, looking upward, showing the tall apartment building that offers family housing for Dalhousie students.

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