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University of Memphis Freshman Dorms 2026
Memphis has no university-wide freshman live-on mandate — only individual programs (like Emerging Leaders) require it. Rooms come with a built-in EcoMax fridge/microwave combo, and personal fridges or microwaves are banned outright, not just discouraged. Beds may not be lofted or bunked in any hall, school-wide. Move-in staggers by hall from August 17-21, 2026, with check-in at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center for main-campus halls.
- Bed size
- Movable frame, cannot be raised/stacked
- Air conditioning
- Varies by hall
- Residence halls
- 4 verified
Pick your residence hall
Every University of Memphis residence hall below has verified bed dimensions, AC status, and a checklist sized to that exact room.
Living Learning Complex
- Bed
- Movable frame, cannot be raised/stacked
- Under-bed
- Up to 2'6" under bed
- AC
- Yes
Centennial Place
- Bed
- Movable frame, cannot be raised/stacked
- Under-bed
- Up to 2'6" under bed
- AC
- Yes
Rawls Hall
- Bed
- Movable frame, cannot be raised/stacked
- Under-bed
- Up to 2'2" under bed
- AC
- Partial
Smith Hall
- Bed
- Movable frame, cannot be raised/stacked
- Under-bed
- Up to 1'11" under bed
- AC
- Partial
What to bring to University of Memphisdorms — and what’s already there
Every Memphisfreshman hall includes the same base furnishings. Skip anything already in your room, pack what’s missing, and leave the banned items at home.
⚠ Beds may not be lofted or bunked under any circumstance — a firm school-wide rule.
⚠ Personal fridges and microwaves are banned outright; a built-in EcoMax combo unit is provided instead, and bringing your own gets it confiscated.
⚠ Cancellation fees escalate steeply: $0 within 7 days of assignment notice, up to $1,500 or half a semester's charge after August 1.
⚠ Smoking, vaping, alcohol (including empty/decorative containers), and open flames are fully banned and enforced, not just discouraged.
✓ In every room
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- movable furniture/bed frame
- 24/7 laundry (included)
- card-access entry
- EcoMax combo fridge+microwave unit
✗ Not provided
- XL twin sheets
- pillows
- mattress pad
- comforter
- extra blanket
- area rug
- towels
- shower caddy
- robe
- toiletries
- dinnerware
- cookware
- coffeemaker (no exposed burner)
- laptop
- desk lamp
- TV
- iron (auto-shutoff only)
- hair dryer
- curtains
- laundry basket
- storage cubes
- under-bed bins
- small fan
- UL power strip w/surge protector
- first aid kit
⊘ Prohibited
- Electric frying pan
- deep fryer
- grills
- personal AC unit
- ceiling fan
- candles/incense/potpourri
- toaster oven
- slow cooker
- damaged electrical items
- compressed gas containers
- alcohol paraphernalia
- netting/parachutes
- hot plate
- personal refrigerator
- personal microwave
- waterbeds
- e-cigs/vape pens
- replica/toy weapons
- any open-flame device
Top things every Memphis 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.
Which halls have air conditioning?
AC status varies by hall — useful to know before your assignment arrives.
| Hall | AC | Under-bed |
|---|---|---|
| Living Learning Complex | Yes | Up to 2'6" under bed |
| Centennial Place | Yes | Up to 2'6" under bed |
| Rawls Hall | Partial | Up to 2'2" under bed |
| Smith Hall | Partial | Up to 1'11" under bed |
Common questions about University of Memphis dorms
- Where can incoming freshmen stay?
- The LLC is primarily an all-freshmen hall. Freshmen can also stay in Rawls, Smith, and Shirley C. Raines Centennial Place traditional doubles.
- What should I pack?
- Follow the official Suggested Items list — it covers bedding, toiletries, and small electronics, all of which the university does not provide.
Planning your move-in? See the full Memphis packing guide →
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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