College Park, Maryland · Big Ten
University of Maryland, College Park Freshman Dorms 2026
UMD guarantees first-year housing if the agreement and deposit are completed by May 1, 2026 (not a mandate, but ~90% of first-years choose to live on campus). Move-in runs Thursday Aug 27 (Living-Learning Program participants) through Saturday Aug 29, 2026. Ellicott Hall is closed for all of Fall 2026 for an AC-installation renovation, reopening Spring 2027.
- Bed size
- Twin, single 38"H or bunk 61"H
- Air conditioning
- Every hall
- Residence halls
- 4 verified
Pick your residence hall
Every University of Maryland, College Park residence hall below has verified bed dimensions, AC status, and a checklist sized to that exact room.
Denton
- Bed
- Twin, single 38"H or bunk 61"H
- Under-bed
- 11" under-bed clearance
- AC
- Yes
Easton
- Bed
- Twin, single 38"H or bunk 61"H
- Under-bed
- 11" under-bed clearance
- AC
- Yes
La Plata
- Bed
- Twin, single 38"H or bunk 61"H
- Under-bed
- 11" under-bed clearance
- AC
- Yes
Anne Arundel
- Bed
- Twin, single 38"H or bunk 61"H
- Under-bed
- 11" under-bed clearance
- AC
- Yes
What to bring to University of Maryland, College Parkdorms — and what’s already there
Every UMDfreshman hall includes the same base furnishings. Skip anything already in your room, pack what’s missing, and leave the banned items at home.
⚠ Ellicott Hall is closed for all of Fall 2026 for an AC-installation renovation, reopening Spring 2027.
⚠ Mini-fridges are capped at 3.6 cubic feet, 1.5 amps in high-rise halls, 0.5 amps in un-renovated South Campus halls — the exact tier for Denton, Easton, La Plata, or Anne Arundel specifically is not published; confirm with your hall desk before buying.
⚠ Housing agreement and deposit are due May 1, 2026 to guarantee a space; cancel before July 1, 2026 to avoid a penalty.
⚠ Micromobility devices (e-scooters, hoverboards, e-bikes) are banned in all residence halls.
✓ In every room
- Twin bed and mattress
- five-drawer dresser
- desk with drawer and shelf
- desk chair
- personal data line
- window blinds
- closet space
- smoke alarm and fire suppression sprinkler
- overhead light
✗ Not provided
- Comforter
- blanket
- pillows
- pillowcases
- twin-size sheets and mattress cover
- towels
- toiletries
- refrigerator
- fan
- alarm clock
- carpet or area rug
- full-length mirror
- desk or floor lamp (no halogen bulbs)
- waste bins
- cleaning supplies
- ethernet cable (cat 5
- max 14 ft)
- UL/CSA or ETL-approved power strip with circuit breaker
⊘ Prohibited
- Bed risers with outlets
- extra-tall bed risers
- extension cords
- alcoholic beverages if under 21
- illegal drugs and paraphernalia
- lighted candles
- incense
- fireworks
- weapons
- electric skillets
- hot plates
- appliances with exposed heating elements
- toasters
- toaster ovens
- crock pots
- halogen bulbs
- pets
- private air conditioners
- space heaters
- masking or cellophane tape
- nails
- partitions or room dividers
- unauthorized microwaves
- e-scooters and hoverboards
Top things every UMD 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 UMD 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