Conway, SC · 4 First-Year Halls
Coastal Carolina University Freshman Dorms 2026
Coastal Carolina University requires all degree-seeking, full-time first- and second-year students who graduated high school within the prior two calendar years to live in university housing and buy a meal plan, with exemptions for marriage, dependent children, veteran/active-military status, living locally with a parent or guardian within 50 miles, or documented disability. Fall 2026 Move-In runs a five-day appointment window, August 12 through 16, scheduled through MyCoastalHome. Beds throughout housing are extra-long twin on height-adjustable frames -- the three Elvington Loop halls raise to 33.5in of clearance at their highest setting, while Oak Hall in The Woods tops out at 31in.
- Bed size
- Twin XL, height-adjustable frame
- Air conditioning
- Every hall
- Residence halls
- 4 verified
Pick your residence hall
Every Coastal Carolina University residence hall below has verified bed dimensions, AC status, and a checklist sized to that exact room.
Chanticleer Hall
- Bed
- Twin XL, height-adjustable frame
- Under-bed
- Up to 33.5in at highest setting
- AC
- Yes
DeCenzo Hall
- Bed
- Twin XL, height-adjustable frame
- Under-bed
- Up to 33.5in at highest setting
- AC
- Yes
Singleton-Young Hall
- Bed
- Twin XL, height-adjustable frame
- Under-bed
- Up to 33.5in at highest setting
- AC
- Yes
Oak Hall
- Bed
- Twin XL, height-adjustable frame
- Under-bed
- Up to 31in underneath
- AC
- Yes
What to bring to Coastal Carolina Universitydorms — and what’s already there
Every Coastal Carolinafreshman hall includes the same base furnishings. Skip anything already in your room, pack what’s missing, and leave the banned items at home.
⚠ Freshman/sophomore residency mandate applies to students who graduated high school within the prior 2 calendar years, with exemptions for marriage, dependents, veterans, local family, or disability.
⚠ Official brand hex color could not be confirmed on coastal.edu -- only 'teal and bronze' as color names.
Top things every Coastal Carolina freshman needs
The essentials that aren’t in your room — our verified picks, each with a full comparison. Affiliate links; prices and availability shown on Amazon.
Twin XL sheet setDorm beds are extra-long — a standard twin sheet won't fit.
Mattress topperDorm mattresses are thin and firm — a topper is the biggest comfort upgrade.
Surge protectorRequired at most schools — plain extension cords are banned.
Shower caddyCommunal bathrooms — you carry everything to and from the shower.
Under-bed storage binsThe space under the bed is the only real storage a dorm gives you.
LED desk lampNot provided in most halls — you'll want your own light for late study nights.
Planning your move-in? See the full Coastal Carolina packing guide →
More guides: Dorm move-in checklist · Best dorm fans (no AC) · Best shower caddy
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