Does Metcalf Hall have air conditioning?

Unconfirmed. The 2013 renovation replaced Metcalf's building systems, but we have not found official confirmation that central AC was included. Treat it as no AC until Brown's official housing materials say otherwise. Providence in August is humid and move-in temperatures routinely hit the high 80s. A fan you do not need costs nothing to bring; a summer without one in an unconfirmed hall is genuinely uncomfortable. Pack the fan first, not last. It is the most important item on your list.

Does Metcalf have in-room sinks like Andrews?

No — in-room sinks are an Andrews feature, not a Metcalf one. Metcalf uses communal bathrooms on each floor, which were fully renovated in the same 2013 project that rebuilt the building. The bathrooms are modern and clean, but you will need a shower caddy and flip-flops for the commute from your room. If in-room sink access is important to you, that is the one way Andrews rooms are meaningfully different from Metcalf rooms despite sharing the same renovation project.

What size are the beds in Metcalf?

XL Twin (36" × 80") with 11 inches of under-bed clearance — Brown standard across every freshman hall. The 36-inch width is slightly narrower than a standard twin, so label-reading matters: buy sheets and a mattress protector explicitly marked XL Twin. Standard twin sheets will slip off the corners. Under-bed clearance is 11 inches — measure bins before buying. Flat under-bed storage works; most vertical cube organizers do not fit under the frame. This is the same across all Metcalf rooms.

Is there an elevator in Metcalf?

Yes, Metcalf has an elevator — added as part of the 2013 renovation that rebuilt the building. That makes Metcalf one of the more move-in-friendly Pembroke Quad halls: you will not be carrying mini-fridges and milk crates up four flights of stairs on a humid August afternoon. It also matters throughout the year if you live on an upper floor and come back from the grocery store or campus store with heavy bags. Plan accordingly. Plan your packing strategy around elevator capacity from the start.

Is Metcalf Hall a good hall to live in?

That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Metcalf Hall has XL Twin · 36"×80" beds with 11" under-bed of under-bed storage, and is not air conditioned. Brown University provides Bed frame & mattress, desk, chair, bookcase, dresser, trash & recycling bin, microfridge in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Metcalf Hall stacks up against Brown University's other halls above.

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Metcalf Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

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Singles and doubles (renovation converted some singles to doubles)

Verified Apr 26, 2026 · reslife.brown.edu

Renovated 2013 (LEED Gold, with Miller) alongside Andrews — the 'MAM' cluster. No in-room sinks (unlike Andrews). Communal bathrooms, renovated in the same project. Cooling unconfirmed — pack as if there is none.

Bed SizeXL Twin · 36"×80"
Under-Bed11" under-bed
ACNo
On-Campus~95%

✓ In the room

Bed frame & mattressdeskchairbookcasedressertrash & recycling binmicrofridge

✗ Not provided

Desk lampfanshower caddybeddingtowelshangers

⊘ Prohibited

Candleshalogen lampsportable AChot platespersonal fridges/microwavesnon-surge extension cords

Brown fines $100 per candle found — any kind, including birthday candles. Confirmed in the official Brown Housing Agreement.

Living in Metcalf Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Metcalf is one of the three Pembroke Quad halls rebuilt in the 2013 Miller-Metcalf-Andrews renovation, and with Miller it earned a LEED Gold rating. The renovation converted singles to doubles, so most rooms house two — fresh finishes and systems throughout, XL Twin beds, 11-inch under-bed clearance. Unlike its sibling Andrews, Metcalf rooms do not have in-room sinks.

Day to day

Bathrooms are communal and were fully redone in the renovation. Miller and Metcalf were connected at certain levels historically but the renovation made them independent structures to create smaller living communities — Metcalf feels like its own house, not a wing.

Move-in day

There's an elevator, and Pembroke Quad is the calmer corner of campus, with Andrews Commons dining one building away. On cooling: we haven't found an official confirmation that Metcalf's renovation included AC, so pack as if it doesn't — a fan you don't need beats an August without one.

Room ideas

See The Flat Double styled

Beds at standard height with about eleven inches underneath — the room's entire storage reserve.

Styled render — not a photo of Metcalf Hall.

Everything for your Metcalf Hall room

Metcalf Hall has no AC, so a fan leads the list. The complete Brown University packing list, tuned to Metcalf Hall — best picks flagged, anything the room already includes pulled out, and every item shoppable. Affiliate links; live Amazon prices where available, may vary.

Dorm shopping guides: Mini fridge · Surge protector · Storage bins · Mattress topper · Desk lamp · Bedding sets · Twin XL sheets · Shower caddy · Towels · Shower shoes · Laundry hamper · Area rug · Mirror · Over-door organizer · Closet organizers · Fans (no AC) · Loft bed setup

Sources & verification — last checked Apr 26, 2026

Metcalf Hall FAQ

Does Metcalf Hall have air conditioning?: Unconfirmed. The 2013 renovation replaced Metcalf's building systems, but we have not found official confirmation that central AC was included. Treat it as no AC until Brown's official housing materials say otherwise. Providence in August is humid and move-in temperatures routinely hit the high 80s. A fan you do not need costs nothing to bring; a summer without one in an unconfirmed hall is genuinely uncomfortable. Pack the fan first, not last. It is the most important item on your list.
Does Metcalf have in-room sinks like Andrews?: No — in-room sinks are an Andrews feature, not a Metcalf one. Metcalf uses communal bathrooms on each floor, which were fully renovated in the same 2013 project that rebuilt the building. The bathrooms are modern and clean, but you will need a shower caddy and flip-flops for the commute from your room. If in-room sink access is important to you, that is the one way Andrews rooms are meaningfully different from Metcalf rooms despite sharing the same renovation project.
What size are the beds in Metcalf?: XL Twin (36" × 80") with 11 inches of under-bed clearance — Brown standard across every freshman hall. The 36-inch width is slightly narrower than a standard twin, so label-reading matters: buy sheets and a mattress protector explicitly marked XL Twin. Standard twin sheets will slip off the corners. Under-bed clearance is 11 inches — measure bins before buying. Flat under-bed storage works; most vertical cube organizers do not fit under the frame. This is the same across all Metcalf rooms.
Is there an elevator in Metcalf?: Yes, Metcalf has an elevator — added as part of the 2013 renovation that rebuilt the building. That makes Metcalf one of the more move-in-friendly Pembroke Quad halls: you will not be carrying mini-fridges and milk crates up four flights of stairs on a humid August afternoon. It also matters throughout the year if you live on an upper floor and come back from the grocery store or campus store with heavy bags. Plan accordingly. Plan your packing strategy around elevator capacity from the start.
Is Metcalf Hall a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Metcalf Hall has XL Twin · 36"×80" beds with 11" under-bed of under-bed storage, and is not air conditioned. Brown University provides Bed frame & mattress, desk, chair, bookcase, dresser, trash & recycling bin, microfridge in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Metcalf Hall stacks up against Brown University's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in Metcalf Hall Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about Metcalf Hall: it has XL Twin · 36"×80" beds with 11" under-bed of under-bed clearance, and there's no AC, so plan around that. On top of that, the room comes with Bed frame & mattress, desk, chair, bookcase, dresser, trash & recycling bin, microfridge; you'll need to bring Desk lamp, fan, shower caddy, bedding, towels, hangers yourself; Candles, halogen lamps, portable AC, hot plates, personal fridges/microwaves, non-surge extension cords isn't allowed. The full day-to-day breakdown above covers the room, the building, and move-in day in more depth.

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Living in Metcalf Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Day to day

Move-in day

See The Flat Double styled

Everything for your Metcalf Hall room

Fan — pack first

Bedding

Bathroom

Personal Care & Grooming

Self-Care Essentials

Storage & Organization

Closet Space-Savers

Tech & Power

Laundry

Desk & Study

Health & Safety

Comfort & Room

Kitchen & Dining

Misc Essentials

Move-In Day Gear

Metcalf Hall FAQ

Thinking About Living in Metcalf Hall Next Year?

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