Welcome to Campus
Can you believe it’s already time to talk about starting your college life at Transylvania? Move-In Day will be here before you know it. Below you will find all the housing and meal plan options, as well as pricing. We can’t wait to have you on campus!
Dalton-Voigt Residence Hall
Dalton-Voigt signals a new vision of campus living and learning. The centerpiece of each floor of this four-story building is a common study space where you can collaborate with your peers outside the classroom.
Each two-person room includes beds, dressers, closets, desks, chairs, sinks and a bathroom you will share with the room next door. Kitchen and laundry facilities are also available.
Kincaid Residence Hall
Kincaid is one of our two newest residence halls, with four floors of rooms, as well as beautiful common areas where you can study, hang out or watch the big game with friends.
Each two-person room includes beds, dressers, closets, desks, chairs, sinks and a bathroom you share with your roommate. Kitchen and laundry facilities are also available.
Thomson Residence Hall
Thomson Residence Hall, opened in 2008, was the first residence hall in Kentucky to earn the EPA’s prestigious ENERGY STAR certification for energy efficiency. The three-story hall features 31 suite-style living units.
Each two-person room features a living room, study area, refrigerator, bathroom and bedroom. There are lounges on each floor, and the first-floor lobby includes tables, booths and an outdoor patio.
Transylvania Residence Hall Rates & Amenities 2020-2021 First-Year Housing
| Thomson | Kincaid | Dalton-Voigt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Gender Floors | Single Gender Floors | ||
| Co-Educational Floors | Co-Educational Floors | Co-Educational Floors | |
| Private of Suite Bathrooms | Private of Suite Bathrooms | Private of Suite Bathrooms | Private of Suite Bathrooms |
| Carpet | Carpet | Carpet | Carpet |
| AC/Heat | AC/Heat | AC/Heat | AC/Heat |
| XL Twin Beds | XL Twin Beds | XL Twin Beds | XL Twin Beds |
| Desks & Chairs | Desks & Chairs | Desks & Chairs | Desks & Chairs |
| Closets & Wardrobes | Closets & Wardrobes | Closets & Wardrobes | Closets & Wardrobes |
| Vending/Ice Machines | Vending/Ice Machines | Vending/Ice Machines | |
| Recreational Areas | Recreational Areas | Recreational Areas | Recreational Areas |
| Lounge with TV | Lounge with TV | Lounge with TV | |
| Study Space | Study Space | Study Space | Study Space |
| Computer Lab/Printer | Computer Lab/Printer | Computer Lab/Printer | Computer Lab/Printer |
| ADA Accessible Rooms | ADA Accessible Rooms | ADA Accessible Rooms | ADA Accessible Rooms |
| Common Kitchen | Common Kitchen | Common Kitchen | |
| Laundry Facilities | Laundry Facilities | Laundry Facilities | Laundry Facilities |
| Additional Furniture | Additional Furniture | ||
| Smoke-free Environments | Smoke-free Environments | Smoke-free Environments | Smoke-free Environments |
| Wireless Internet & Cable Included | Wireless Internet & Cable Included | Wireless Internet & Cable Included | Wireless Internet & Cable Included |
| $6,260 | $7,160 | $7,160 |
Dining
Transylvania University partners with Bon Appétit Management Company, an award-winning industry pioneer whose mission is “food service for a sustainable future.” Bon Appétit offers delicious, nutritious and responsibly sourced meals in our three campus dining areas — The Great Hall, Rafskeller and Gratz Perk Cafe. We offer food for all needs and food sensitivities, including lines for gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan diets. View Bon Appétit’s website for their daily menu and subscribe to their menu mail. Also see how Transy dining is modifying its services to protect our community during COVID-19.
Meal Plans 2020-2021
You can choose from a variety of meal plans to meet your individual dining needs
| Plan Meals | Dining Dollars | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 19 Meals/week | none | $5,050/year |
| 14 Meals/week* | $200 Dining Dollars | $4,750/year |
| 10 Meals/week | $350 Dining Dollars | $4,750/year |
| 320 Meal Block | $150 Dining Dollars | $4,750/year |
| Commuter 40 meal block | $50 Dining Dollars | $610/block |
| Commuter 60 meal block | $50 Dining Dollars | $860/block |
*Our most popular plan!
Learn more about our dining services!
Housing and Residence Life Staff
Jeremy Sheffield
- Director of Housing and Residence Life
Madelyn Frost
- Assistant Director of Housing and Residence Life