What size sheets do I need for a Broward Hall bed?

Buy Twin XL — also sold as Extra-Long Twin. UF lists its residence-hall beds as Twin XL and specifically tells students to buy Extra-Long Twin sheets, which are cut for the longer 80-inch mattress; standard twin sheets are made for a 75-inch bed and will pull off the corners. UF names the size but doesn't publish exact inch measurements, so go by the Twin XL / Extra-Long Twin label rather than a specific number. A couple of UF halls (Cypress and Keys) use Full XL beds instead, but Broward is a standard Twin XL hall, so Twin XL sheets are what you want.

Does Broward Hall have air conditioning?

Yes. Broward is air-conditioned, and UF's own packing list leaves a fan off the essentials because the rooms are cooled — a small fan is still fine if you like the airflow or white noise. Note that UF prohibits installing personal window or portable air-conditioning units in the rooms, so you can't add your own on top of the building system, and you won't need to. Gainesville stays hot and humid well into the fall semester, so the in-room AC is one of the more important comfort factors, and Broward has it.

Do I need to bring a fridge and microwave to Broward?

Yes — UF does not provide an in-room fridge or microwave, so you bring your own. Keep the refrigerator under 3.5 amps and 12 cubic feet and the microwave under 1,500 watts to stay within UF's Community Standards limits, and you can have at most two microwaves in a room. Coordinate with your roommate before move-in so you don't both haul one up. Every floor also has a community kitchen with a microwave, oven, and stove if you need more than your in-room setup for cooking.

Is Broward Hall a good hall to live in?

That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Broward Hall has XL Twin (Extra-Long) beds with Loft by request (varies) of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. University of Florida provides Bed frame & mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser/wardrobe, closet in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Broward Hall stacks up against University of Florida's other halls above.

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Broward Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

University of Florida

Traditional singles, doubles & triples; community bathrooms

Verified Jul 17, 2026 · housing.ufl.edu

A classic community-style freshman hall in the Broward Area — steps from Broward Dining, Century Tower, and the Plaza of the Americas, about as central as UF housing gets. Home to the UF Promise Living-Learning Community, with a game room, piano lounge, and study spaces. Community bathrooms; you supply your own fridge and microwave. Air-conditioned.

Bed SizeXL Twin (Extra-Long)
Under-BedLoft by request (varies)
ACYes
On-CampusOptional

✓ In the room

Bed frame & mattressdeskdesk chairdresser/wardrobecloset

✗ Not provided

Beddingdesk lampmini-fridgemicrowaveshower caddytowelshangers

⊘ Prohibited

All candlesincensewax warmers & plug-in air freshenersfloor/halogen lampsover-the-door hookspersonal AC unitsspace heatersin-room cooking applianceshoverboards/e-scootersnon-UL or 10 ft+ extension cordscats & dogs

UF bans hooks that hang over the door — including over-door organizers, over-door mirrors, and hook-style hangers. Use Command-style adhesive hooks or freestanding storage instead.
UF prohibits all candles, wax warmers, wickless candles, incense, oil diffusers, and even plug-in air fresheners — a broader ban than most schools. Anything with a flame, heating element, or fragrance-diffusing plug gets confiscated.

Living in Broward Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Broward Hall is a traditional, community-style residence hall in UF's Broward Area, with single, double, and triple rooms that share bathrooms down the floor. Every room is fully furnished — a bed frame and Twin XL (Extra-Long Twin) mattress, a desk and chair, and a dresser or wardrobe with closet space for each resident. UF lists the bed as Twin XL and tells students to buy Extra-Long Twin sheets, so shop for sheets labeled Twin XL rather than standard twin. UF does not put a fridge or microwave in the room, so you'll bring your own — a refrigerator under 3.5 amps and 12 cubic feet and a microwave under 1,500 watts — and it's worth coordinating with your roommate so you don't end up with two of each. Because the room is air-conditioned, you don't need a fan for cooling, though a small one is fine for circulation.

Day to day

Broward's biggest draw is its location: it sits steps from Broward Dining, Century Tower, and the Plaza of the Americas, putting you in the geographic heart of campus with a short walk to most first-year classes. The hall houses the UF Promise Living-Learning Community and has a game room, a piano lounge, and study spaces that make it easy to meet people in the first weeks. Bathrooms are community-style — shared by your floor — so a shower caddy and shower shoes belong on your list. Two UF rules trip up freshmen here as everywhere on campus: over-the-door hooks are banned, so skip over-door organizers and hook-style hangers, and all candles, wax warmers, and even plug-in air fresheners are prohibited. Depending on your room, nearby campus construction can add some background noise.

Move-in day

UF first-year move-in is August 15–16, 2026, by appointment — you select an arrival window, so book early and arrive within it to keep elevator and unloading waits short. Because Gainesville is deep in hurricane season at move-in, UF recommends packing an inclement-weather kit: a flashlight, spare batteries, and about three days of non-perishable food and water. A dolly or hand truck helps for the trip up, and a clearly-marked first-night bag saves you digging through boxes late in the day. Since the room comes furnished, hold off on buying extra furniture until you've seen how much floor space you actually have.

Room ideas

See The Raised Bed styled

The frame goes up, and the floor underneath comes back as storage.

Styled render — not a photo of Broward Hall.

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 Jul 17, 2026

Broward Hall FAQ

What size sheets do I need for a Broward Hall bed?: Buy Twin XL — also sold as Extra-Long Twin. UF lists its residence-hall beds as Twin XL and specifically tells students to buy Extra-Long Twin sheets, which are cut for the longer 80-inch mattress; standard twin sheets are made for a 75-inch bed and will pull off the corners. UF names the size but doesn't publish exact inch measurements, so go by the Twin XL / Extra-Long Twin label rather than a specific number. A couple of UF halls (Cypress and Keys) use Full XL beds instead, but Broward is a standard Twin XL hall, so Twin XL sheets are what you want.
Does Broward Hall have air conditioning?: Yes. Broward is air-conditioned, and UF's own packing list leaves a fan off the essentials because the rooms are cooled — a small fan is still fine if you like the airflow or white noise. Note that UF prohibits installing personal window or portable air-conditioning units in the rooms, so you can't add your own on top of the building system, and you won't need to. Gainesville stays hot and humid well into the fall semester, so the in-room AC is one of the more important comfort factors, and Broward has it.
Do I need to bring a fridge and microwave to Broward?: Yes — UF does not provide an in-room fridge or microwave, so you bring your own. Keep the refrigerator under 3.5 amps and 12 cubic feet and the microwave under 1,500 watts to stay within UF's Community Standards limits, and you can have at most two microwaves in a room. Coordinate with your roommate before move-in so you don't both haul one up. Every floor also has a community kitchen with a microwave, oven, and stove if you need more than your in-room setup for cooking.
Is Broward Hall a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Broward Hall has XL Twin (Extra-Long) beds with Loft by request (varies) of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. University of Florida provides Bed frame & mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser/wardrobe, closet in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Broward Hall stacks up against University of Florida's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in Broward Hall Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about Broward Hall: it has XL Twin (Extra-Long) beds with Loft by request (varies) of under-bed clearance, and the room is air conditioned. On top of that, the room comes with Bed frame & mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser/wardrobe, closet; you'll need to bring Bedding, desk lamp, mini-fridge, microwave, shower caddy, towels, hangers yourself; All candles, incense, wax warmers & plug-in air fresheners, floor/halogen lamps, over-the-door hooks, personal AC units, space heaters, in-room cooking appliances, hoverboards/e-scooters, non-UL or 10 ft+ extension cords, cats & dogs 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 Broward Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Day to day

Move-in day

See The Raised Bed styled

Everything for your Broward Hall room

Bedding

Fan — optional

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

Broward Hall FAQ

Thinking About Living in Broward Hall Next Year?

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