Can I loft or raise my bed in Kelly Hall?

Only with the frame itself. The bed's height can be raised or lowered to a 36-inch maximum, but Drexel's Residential Facilities Policies prohibit lofts of any type unless issued by the University, and bed risers and cinder blocks are both non-permitted items.

How much storage fits under a Kelly Hall bed?

Less than you might expect. The 36-inch spec is the bed's maximum height, not the gap beneath it, so measure after setup and shop low-profile under-bed bins rather than tall storage crates.

What size fridge and microwave can I bring?

A microwave up to 700 watts and a refrigerator up to 2.9 cubic feet that draws no more than 1.5 amps. Drexel asks for only one appliance per two students, so coordinate with your roommate -- or rent a Microfridge for delivery before move-in.

Are the bathrooms private or shared?

Shared, but stall-private. Each floor has two all-gender communal bathrooms with separate, private, lockable shower and toilet stalls, plus one single-use ADA-compliant bathroom.

Is Kelly Hall air conditioned?

Yes -- Drexel lists Kelly's AC and heat as self-regulated per room, so residents control their own temperature.

Is Kelly Hall a good hall to live in?

That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Kelly Hall has Extra-long twin, 79 x 39 in. beds with Not published — confirm with Residence Life of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. Drexel University provides Bed frame, mattress, wardrobe, desk, chair, Wi-Fi in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Kelly Hall stacks up against Drexel University's other halls above.

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Kelly Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

Drexel University

Double-occupancy bedrooms, communal bathrooms (2 all-gender per floor + 1 single-use)

Verified Aug 18, 2026 · drexel.edu

Kelly Hall is a 10-floor first-year hall that reopened in 2023 after renovation.

Bed SizeExtra-long twin, 79 x 39 in.
Under-BedNot published — confirm with Residence Life
ACYes
On-CampusRequired (2-year residency)

✓ In the room

Bed framemattresswardrobedeskchairWi-Fi

✗ Not provided

Beddingextra-long twin sheetspillowstowelscleaning supplies for bedroomsmicrowave (700W max)refrigerator (2.9 cu ft max)

⊘ Prohibited

Loftsbed riserscinder blocksnon-university furniturehammockswaterbedscandlesincensehalogen lampsspace heatersquartz heatershot platestoasters and toaster ovens in roomsair fryers in roomsextension cordsLED light stripssurveillance camerasweaponspetsalcohol containers

Removing a window screen from a residence hall room results in a per-screen fine, and screens must stay in position at all times.
Lofts of any type are not permitted unless issued by the University; bed risers and cinder blocks are also on the non-permitted items list.
Drexel lists Kelly Hall's room size as TBA, so measure on move-in day rather than pre-buying to a floor plan.
Frame height can be raised to a maximum bed height, but personal lofts, platforms and bed risers are prohibited — ask Residence Life for the exact under-bed clearance.

Living in Kelly Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Kelly Hall bedrooms are double-occupancy, and Drexel currently lists the room size as TBA -- so hold off on any purchase that depends on exact square footage. Each resident gets an extra-long twin bed listed at 79in x 39in x 33in whose height can be raised or lowered, a wardrobe (36in x 22in x 72in), and a desk (36in x 24in x 30in) with chair. Read the 36-inch figure carefully: Drexel says the bed's maximum height is 36 inches, meaning the top of the bed, so usable under-bed clearance is well short of that. Plan low-profile bins, not tall crates. Student rooms have vinyl tile floors while corridors are carpeted. Rooms are assigned by same gender with mixed-gender floors, and gender-inclusive housing is available upon request as available.

Day to day

Kelly is a 10-floor building with elevator access, one dedicated laundry room on the lower level, and a community kitchen in each duplex lounge -- one kitchen every other floor. Bathrooms are communal but unusually private for the format: two all-gender bathrooms per floor with separate, private, lockable stalls for showers and toilets, including an ADA-compliant toilet and ADA-compliant sinks throughout, plus one single-use bathroom per floor with an ADA-compliant toilet, sink, and shower. Air conditioning and heat are self-regulated per room, so you set your own temperature instead of waiting on a building-wide changeover. Internet is Drexel's DragonFly 3 wireless network only.

Move-in day

First-year students in Kelly Hall move in during Drexel's Move-In Weekend, September 12-13, 2026 -- one shared window for all first-year halls rather than a hall-specific day. Drexel runs a 'Cruise Ship Move-In': the University and Student Services team unloads your vehicle and transports items to your room while you and your family move the car to parking and continue through check-in. Your specific move-in date and time appear in the Housing and Dining portal via DrexelOne starting in August. Welcome Week activities follow on September 14-20, with classes beginning the Tuesday after.

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Kelly Hall FAQ

Can I loft or raise my bed in Kelly Hall?: Only with the frame itself. The bed's height can be raised or lowered to a 36-inch maximum, but Drexel's Residential Facilities Policies prohibit lofts of any type unless issued by the University, and bed risers and cinder blocks are both non-permitted items.
How much storage fits under a Kelly Hall bed?: Less than you might expect. The 36-inch spec is the bed's maximum height, not the gap beneath it, so measure after setup and shop low-profile under-bed bins rather than tall storage crates.
What size fridge and microwave can I bring?: A microwave up to 700 watts and a refrigerator up to 2.9 cubic feet that draws no more than 1.5 amps. Drexel asks for only one appliance per two students, so coordinate with your roommate -- or rent a Microfridge for delivery before move-in.
Are the bathrooms private or shared?: Shared, but stall-private. Each floor has two all-gender communal bathrooms with separate, private, lockable shower and toilet stalls, plus one single-use ADA-compliant bathroom.
Is Kelly Hall air conditioned?: Yes -- Drexel lists Kelly's AC and heat as self-regulated per room, so residents control their own temperature.
Is Kelly Hall a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Kelly Hall has Extra-long twin, 79 x 39 in. beds with Not published — confirm with Residence Life of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. Drexel University provides Bed frame, mattress, wardrobe, desk, chair, Wi-Fi in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Kelly Hall stacks up against Drexel University's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in Kelly Hall Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about Kelly Hall: it has Extra-long twin, 79 x 39 in. beds with Not published — confirm with Residence Life of under-bed clearance, and the room is air conditioned. On top of that, the room comes with Bed frame, mattress, wardrobe, desk, chair, Wi-Fi; you'll need to bring Bedding, extra-long twin sheets, pillows, towels, cleaning supplies for bedrooms, microwave (700W max), refrigerator (2.9 cu ft max) yourself; Lofts, bed risers, cinder blocks, non-university furniture, hammocks, waterbeds, candles, incense, halogen lamps, space heaters, quartz heaters, hot plates, toasters and toaster ovens in rooms, air fryers in rooms, extension cords, LED light strips, surveillance cameras, weapons, pets, alcohol containers 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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