Is Smith Hall a first-year hall?

Yes -- UNL's amenities chart lists Smith as a freshman hall with super doubles, coed by floor, about 450 residents across 10 floors. It has traditional double and super-double rooms with community bathrooms, and unlike Abel, Sandoz, and Schramm it is not flagged as a learning-community hall.

Does Smith Hall have air conditioning?

Yes. UNL's amenities chart states hall complexes include air conditioning, and Smith's own page lists in-room temperature control among the room features.

What size is the bed in Smith Hall, and can it be lofted?

Every room has an extra-long twin bed on a loftable/adjustable frame. UNL's amenities page states beds in all residence halls are 36" x 80", while its room-measurement chart lists the XL twin mattress at 38" x 80" and calls all figures approximate -- standard Twin XL bedding works either way. The frame sets to 15" (regular), 34" (captain's), or 58" (lofted), and traditional-hall beds arrive lofted at move-in. Students can't bring an outside loft or modify the frame themselves.

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Smith Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Double or super double room, community bathroom (coed by floor, 450 residents, 10 floors, elevator)

Verified Aug 18, 2026 · housing.unl.edu

Smith anchors the Harper-Schramm-Smith complex.

Bed SizeXL Twin · 36"×80" (36-38" wide)
Under-Bed3 heights: 15", 34", 58" (pre-lofted)
ACYes
On-CampusRequired (first-year, 6+ credit hours; Aug 1 deadline)

✓ In the room

Extra-long twin bed and XL mattress on a loftable framedesk and chairdresser/counterclosetrefrigerator/freezer combo (4.3-4.8 cu ft)mirrorroll shades or blinds/curtainswastebasket and recycle binwired and wireless internetin-room temperature controlfree on-site laundry

✗ Not provided

XL twin beddingtowels and shower shoesmicrowavedesk lampfanhangerscleaning supplies

⊘ Prohibited

Candles/incense and flame-emitting articlesappliances with an open heating element or flame or over 800 wattspets other than fully aquatic fish (25-gal aquarium max)waterbedsstudent-supplied lofts and bed modificationsdisassembling university furniture

Smith's curbside move-in day is Monday, August 17, 2026 (with Harper, Schramm, and Courtyards) -- a day earlier than Abel and Sandoz, and vehicles check in at Memorial Stadium first.
Confirm exact room measurements at move-in -- UNL states figures are approximate and rounded down, with slight variation between rooms.

Living in Smith Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Smith Hall uses the same published floor plans as Abel, Sandoz, Harper, and Schramm: traditional doubles and super doubles with extra-long twin beds on loftable frames, desks and chairs, dresser/counter space, and closets. A refrigerator/freezer combo (4.3-4.8 cu ft) is already in the room, along with a mirror, roll shades or blinds, and a wastebasket and recycle bin -- all provided by UNL and all required to stay. Bathrooms are shared community-style facilities down the hall. UNL states its published measurements are approximate and rounded down with slight variation expected between rooms, so wait until move-in to buy anything that has to fit precisely. Wired and wireless internet and in-room temperature control are included.

Day to day

Smith is described by UNL as the hub of the Harper, Schramm, Smith and Village complex, which makes it the connective building for that cluster rather than a satellite. The standout practical perk: residents of Harper, Schramm, and Smith get to Harper Dining through underground tunnels, which matters more than it sounds in a Nebraska January. The hall is close to Campus Recreation and many City Campus academic buildings. Unlike Abel, Sandoz, and Schramm, UNL's amenities chart does not flag Smith as a learning-community hall -- it is listed for freshmen and super doubles -- so expect a broad general first-year population. Laundry is free and on site, and Residence Hall Association membership comes with the room.

Move-in day

Smith Hall's curbside move-in day is Monday, August 17, 2026, together with Harper, Schramm, and Courtyards -- a full day before Abel and Sandoz, which is worth noting if you're coordinating siblings or a long drive. All vehicles report to Memorial Stadium first for check-in and swag, then one vehicle is routed to Smith for unloading while the rest park long-term. Your exact time comes by Huskers email on July 22, 2026; arrive no sooner than 30 minutes before it. Elevators are restricted during the 8 a.m.-5 p.m. curbside window, so plan on stairs in this 10-floor building. Self-serve move-in is the fallback if you reschedule: after 6 p.m. on August 16-19, or 10 a.m.-8 p.m. from August 20 onward.

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 Smith 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 Aug 18, 2026

Smith Hall FAQ

Is Smith Hall a first-year hall?: Yes -- UNL's amenities chart lists Smith as a freshman hall with super doubles, coed by floor, about 450 residents across 10 floors. It has traditional double and super-double rooms with community bathrooms, and unlike Abel, Sandoz, and Schramm it is not flagged as a learning-community hall.
Does Smith Hall have air conditioning?: Yes. UNL's amenities chart states hall complexes include air conditioning, and Smith's own page lists in-room temperature control among the room features.
What size is the bed in Smith Hall, and can it be lofted?: Every room has an extra-long twin bed on a loftable/adjustable frame. UNL's amenities page states beds in all residence halls are 36" x 80", while its room-measurement chart lists the XL twin mattress at 38" x 80" and calls all figures approximate -- standard Twin XL bedding works either way. The frame sets to 15" (regular), 34" (captain's), or 58" (lofted), and traditional-hall beds arrive lofted at move-in. Students can't bring an outside loft or modify the frame themselves.
Is Smith Hall a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Smith Hall has XL Twin · 36"×80" (36-38" wide) beds with 3 heights: 15", 34", 58" (pre-lofted) of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides Extra-long twin bed and XL mattress on a loftable frame, desk and chair, dresser/counter, closet, refrigerator/freezer combo (4.3-4.8 cu ft), mirror, roll shades or blinds/curtains, wastebasket and recycle bin, wired and wireless internet, in-room temperature control, free on-site laundry in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Smith Hall stacks up against University of Nebraska-Lincoln's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in Smith Hall Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about Smith Hall: it has XL Twin · 36"×80" (36-38" wide) beds with 3 heights: 15", 34", 58" (pre-lofted) of under-bed clearance, and the room is air conditioned. On top of that, the room comes with Extra-long twin bed and XL mattress on a loftable frame, desk and chair, dresser/counter, closet, refrigerator/freezer combo (4.3-4.8 cu ft), mirror, roll shades or blinds/curtains, wastebasket and recycle bin, wired and wireless internet, in-room temperature control, free on-site laundry; you'll need to bring XL twin bedding, towels and shower shoes, microwave, desk lamp, fan, hangers, cleaning supplies yourself; Candles/incense and flame-emitting articles, appliances with an open heating element or flame or over 800 watts, pets other than fully aquatic fish (25-gal aquarium max), waterbeds, student-supplied lofts and bed modifications, disassembling university furniture 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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Smith Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

Living in Smith Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Day to day

Move-in day

See The Raised Bed styled

Everything for your Smith 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

Smith Hall FAQ

Thinking About Living in Smith Hall Next Year?

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