Can freshmen live in Moody Towers North?

No. Per UH's Moody Towers page, North Tower is for sophomores or higher standing, students who are 20 or older by Sept. 1, or returning residents through Priority Room Selection. South Tower is the one that accepts newly admitted freshmen.

Are the bathrooms private in Moody Towers?

No — Moody Towers uses community-style bathrooms shared by the floor, unlike Cougar Village's suite-private bathrooms.

Does Moody Towers come with a fridge and microwave?

Yes. UH's Moody Towers page lists a mini-refrigerator and a microwave among the room appliances, and its amenities list refers to "micro-fridges in each room." The page doesn't clearly state whether these are one combination unit or two appliances, so confirm with SHRL before buying a supplement.

Does Moody Towers have single rooms?

Yes. UH's Moody Towers page lists "single and double room options," and the housing rate sheet prices a Moody Towers Single at $4,477 for 2026-27 versus $3,274 for a double.

How old is Moody Towers?

The twin 18-story towers opened in 1970 and are named for William Lewis Moody, Jr. and Libbie Shearn Moody, following a Moody Foundation grant to UH — making them among the oldest residence halls still in use on campus.

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Moody Towers (South Tower) Dorm Checklist 2026

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Single and double room options; double rooms shared by two students; community-style bathrooms shared per floor

Verified Aug 18, 2026 · uh.edu

South Tower only. UH's housing-options page restricts North Tower to sophomores or higher, students who are 20+ by Sept. 1, or returning Priority Room Selection residents; South Tower takes newly admitted freshmen. One of two 18-story towers opened in 1970, among UH's oldest and largest residence halls, sitting above Moody Dining Commons.

Bed SizeTwin XL (extra-long twin), 38"W x 80"L
Under-BedNot published — confirm with hall
ACPartial
On-CampusNot required

✓ In the room

Extra-long twin bed(s) (38"W x 80"L)desk(s) (42"W x 24"D x 30"H)desk chair(s)three-drawer chest/dresser(s) (30"W x 24"D x 30"H)mini-refrigerator and microwave (UH's amenities list describes these as "micro-fridges in each room")

✗ Not provided

Bedding/linenstowelsshower caddy and shower shoessurge protectorlaundry suppliescleaning supplies

⊘ Prohibited

Candles/incensemulti-outlet extension cordsopen-heat-source appliances without thermostat control (toaster ovenshot platesspace heaters)firearms/illegal knives/explosive devicespets other than fish or approved service/comfort animalsself-manufactured loftswaterbedssmoking/tobacco per the UH Tobacco Free Campus Policy

A residential meal plan is required for Moody Towers residents under the Residential Services Agreement.
North Tower does not accept newly admitted freshmen — confirm your assignment is in South Tower.
Bathrooms are community-style and shared by the floor, not suite-private like Cougar Village — pack shower shoes and a caddy.
No bed-height, riser, or lofting guidance is published; self-manufactured lofts are prohibited.

Living in Moody Towers (South Tower): what to know before you pack

The room

Moody Towers offers both single and double room options, a step up in flexibility from the suite-only Cougar Village halls. Double rooms include two extra-long twin beds, two desks, two desk chairs, and two dressers; UH's furniture list gives the bed as Twin Extra-Long, 38"W x 80"L, the desk as 42"W x 24"D x 30"H, and the three-drawer chest as 30"W x 24"D x 30"H. Rooms also come with a refrigerator and a microwave — UH lists them as two separate appliances but calls them "micro-fridges" in its amenities summary, so check whether yours is a combination unit before buying anything to supplement it. Rooms are smaller and more traditional than the newer suite-style halls, reflecting the tower's 1970 construction. UH publishes no bed height or under-bed clearance for Moody Towers, so confirm with SHRL before buying risers.

Day to day

Bathrooms in Moody Towers are community-style, shared by the floor rather than private to a suite, so shower shoes and a caddy are worth prioritizing here specifically. As one of the tallest and largest residential complexes on campus — twin 18-story towers opened in 1970 — Moody sits directly above Moody Dining Commons, making it the most dining-convenient first-year option. The complex is split by class year: South Tower takes newly admitted freshmen, while North Tower is limited to sophomores and above, students 20 or older by Sept. 1, and returning Priority Room Selection residents. So South Tower first-years share the complex, though not their tower, with returning students.

Move-in day

Moody Towers residents follow the standard Cougar Move-In process: report to the Campus Recreation & Wellness Center at your scheduled slot, complete check-in, place the unloading pass on your windshield, then follow directional signage to the tower where volunteers assist with unloading. Move-In Time Selection opens July 20, 2026 for the Aug. 19-22 window, and early-arrival requests must be received by July 31, 2026 (pre-Aug. 19 check-ins incur daily charges by room type). Because the towers sit directly above Moody Dining Commons, a first meal is steps away once you're checked in.

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Moody Towers (South Tower) FAQ

Can freshmen live in Moody Towers North?: No. Per UH's Moody Towers page, North Tower is for sophomores or higher standing, students who are 20 or older by Sept. 1, or returning residents through Priority Room Selection. South Tower is the one that accepts newly admitted freshmen.
Are the bathrooms private in Moody Towers?: No — Moody Towers uses community-style bathrooms shared by the floor, unlike Cougar Village's suite-private bathrooms.
Does Moody Towers come with a fridge and microwave?: Yes. UH's Moody Towers page lists a mini-refrigerator and a microwave among the room appliances, and its amenities list refers to "micro-fridges in each room." The page doesn't clearly state whether these are one combination unit or two appliances, so confirm with SHRL before buying a supplement.
Does Moody Towers have single rooms?: Yes. UH's Moody Towers page lists "single and double room options," and the housing rate sheet prices a Moody Towers Single at $4,477 for 2026-27 versus $3,274 for a double.
How old is Moody Towers?: The twin 18-story towers opened in 1970 and are named for William Lewis Moody, Jr. and Libbie Shearn Moody, following a Moody Foundation grant to UH — making them among the oldest residence halls still in use on campus.
Is Moody Towers (South Tower) a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Moody Towers (South Tower) has Twin XL (extra-long twin), 38"W x 80"L beds with Not published — confirm with hall of under-bed storage, and is only partially air conditioned. University of Houston provides Extra-long twin bed(s) (38"W x 80"L), desk(s) (42"W x 24"D x 30"H), desk chair(s), three-drawer chest/dresser(s) (30"W x 24"D x 30"H), mini-refrigerator and microwave (UH's amenities list describes these as "micro-fridges in each room") in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Moody Towers (South Tower) stacks up against University of Houston's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in Moody Towers (South Tower) Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about Moody Towers (South Tower): it has Twin XL (extra-long twin), 38"W x 80"L beds with Not published — confirm with hall of under-bed clearance, and AC is only partial in this building — some rooms have it, some don't. On top of that, the room comes with Extra-long twin bed(s) (38"W x 80"L), desk(s) (42"W x 24"D x 30"H), desk chair(s), three-drawer chest/dresser(s) (30"W x 24"D x 30"H), mini-refrigerator and microwave (UH's amenities list describes these as "micro-fridges in each room"); you'll need to bring Bedding/linens, towels, shower caddy and shower shoes, surge protector, laundry supplies, cleaning supplies yourself; Candles/incense, multi-outlet extension cords, open-heat-source appliances without thermostat control (toaster ovens, hot plates, space heaters), firearms/illegal knives/explosive devices, pets other than fish or approved service/comfort animals, self-manufactured lofts, waterbeds, smoking/tobacco per the UH Tobacco Free Campus Policy 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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Moody Towers (South Tower) Dorm Checklist 2026

Living in Moody Towers (South Tower): what to know before you pack

The room

Day to day

Move-in day

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Everything for your Moody Towers (South Tower) room

Bedding

Fan — check your assignment

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

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