MSVU offers three furnished Residence buildings on campus for all students: Assisi Hall, The Birches, and Westwood. Apart from the convenience of living close to classes, labs, the cafeteria, library, gym and more, students will tell you living on campus is one of the best ways to become more involved in campus life. We encourage you to learn more about your residence options.

What & What not to bring to Residence

Not sure what to pack? Need a little inspiration? Do not worry we have you covered! Check out the Residence Life Ultimate Packing List PDF for all the things you’ll need to pack as well as some things that you should leave at home!

Assisi Hall – View video tour

Ideal for first-year students, the 12-story building overlooks the Bedford Basin and houses 130 students, all in single rooms. Assisi Hall offers laundry facilities for convenience as well as lounge areas with kitchenettes for socializing.

Single rooms in Assisi Hall have:

  • Closet with storage space
  • Windows with blinds
  • Desk with built-in shelves and a light
  • Desk chair
  • Waste and recycling basket
  • Dresser with three drawers
  • Single captain’s bed
  • Sink and vanity
  • Indoor access to all of the campus
  • Bed Dimensions: 38″ x 79″
  • Room Size: 12′ x 9.5′

 

 

Super Single rooms in Assisi Hall have:

  • Closet with storage space
  • Windows with blinds
  • Desk with built-in shelves and light
  • Desk Chair
  • Waste and recycling bins
  • Dresser with 3 drawers
  • Double/full captain’s bed
  • Sink and vanity
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Indoor access to all of campus
  • Room Size: 11′ x 16′

 

 

The Birches – View video tour

This group of five spacious townhouses is a nice mix for everyone. The birches each have 21 single rooms complete with a lounge, a kitchen, a laundry room, and storage.

All rooms in The Birches contain:

  • Closet with storage space
  • Windows with blinds
  • Desk with built-in shelves and a light
  • Desk chair
  • Waste and recycling basket
  • Dresser with three drawers
  • Single Captains’ bed
  • Bed Dimensions: 35″ x 75″
  • Room Size: 11′ x 10′

 

 

 

Westwood – View video tour

The Mount’s newest residence is geared for senior or transfer students (19 and older), Westwood has mostly four-bedroom fully furnished apartments complete with living room, kitchen, and two bathrooms. If apartment living isn’t for you, Westwood also offers a floor of single dorm-style rooms. This floor also boasts 3 lounges and a brand new games room.

All Premium Single Rooms Contain:

  • Single captain’s bed
  • Sink
  • Storage closet with shelving and drawers
  • Desk with built-in shelves and a light
  • High-speed internet
  • Local phone
  • Bed Dimensions: 35″ x 77″
  • Room Size: 20′ x 8.5′

All Westwood Apartments Contain:

  • Full kitchen (stove, oven, fridge with freezer, microwave, toaster, and kettle)
  • Two full bathrooms
  • Four single rooms (including captain’s bed, desk, and chair, bookshelf,
  • Wardrobe with shelves and night side table), Furnished living room
  • High-speed internet
  • A phone
  • Flat Screen TV
  • Bed Dimensions: 35″ x 77″
  • Bedroom Size: 13′ x 8.5′

Westwood Single Layout

Westwood Apartment Layout