Allen Hall

Your move in date is dependent on your residence hall assignment and student status.  Follow all specified move in and key pick-up directions to ensure you can move into your hall assignment upon arrival to campus.  Please check back to this page just prior to your move-in date as information may be adjusted throughout the summer.   

Please note: 

  • Convocation is Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Jersey Mike's Arena at approximately 5pm. 
  • The Involvement Fair is on Sunday, August 30, 2026, on the College Avenue Campus.  College Avenue will be closed for most of the day.  

Approved Early Arrivals/Move-In Team Volunteers

Only students who have completed the Early Arrival/Move-In Team Volunteer form and have been confirmed approved are able to move in on Sunday, August 23, 2026, between 9:00am to 4:30pm.  Key pick-up will be in the Residence Life Office on the campus where your hall assignment is located.

Overview

Allen Hall is a traditional residence hall built in 1976. It is part of the Barr, Allen, Metzger, Mattia (BAMM) complex, located near three other Residences Halls and B.E.S.T. Hall with a computer lab. Housing many science and engineering students, making it easier for students to interact with others who share the same interests or majors.

What's Nearby?

Busch Dining Hall, Busch Student Center, Busch Recreation Bubble, Libraries Annex, Sonny Werblin Recreation Center (premier athletic facility), intramural fields.

Features & Amenities

  • Air-cooled*
  • Vending machines
  • Wifi throughout the building
  • Laundry facility
  • Building main lounge
  • Floor lounges
  • Pool table, table tennis, foosball table
  • Communal bathrooms (separated by gender)

*Students living in air-cooled halls are encouraged to review our moisture control resources.

What's included in my space?

What’s included in my room?

  • Twin extra long bed and mattress
  • Beds have the ability to be lofted
  • Closet space
  • Dresser
  • Desk
  • Chair
  • Microfridge
  • Blinds or curtains
  • Wifi in bedrooms
  • Carpeted flooring

Room Photos

Allen Hall Bathroom Laundry Room Main Lounge Main Lounge Chairs Room Layout Room Layout Alternative View Room Layout 3 Desk Set-Up

Floor Plans

Contact and Location

Facts About Residence Hall

  • Type of Residence Hall: Traditional Hall
  • Number of Students: 217
  • Number of Floors: 4
  • Average Room Size: 18x12
  • Availability: First-Year Students
  • Contract Type: Undergraduate Academic Year (Two semesters)