Does Moore-Hill have air conditioning?

Yes, the entire building is centrally air-conditioned. UT Austin's late-August move-in period consistently sees temperatures at or above 100°F in Austin, and central AC is standard across all 10 freshman halls — UT designed these buildings to handle the Texas summer climate. You will arrive to a cool room regardless of what the thermometer reads outside. Personal window AC units and portable AC units are both prohibited because the central system makes them unnecessary. If you've ever moved into a dorm without AC in a hot climate, the difference on move-in day is immediately noticeable and appreciated.

Are there single-gender floors available in Moore-Hill?

Yes. Moore-Hill offers single-gender floor options, which you can request during the housing application process. The hall's size — around 600 residents — means there are enough floors to accommodate a range of living preferences, including single-gender arrangements for students who prefer that setup. Moore-Hill is named after UT's first female dean, Lilia Moore, and trustee Albert Hill, and the hall has historically drawn students who value its quieter atmosphere and the option of gender-designated floors. If single-gender housing is important to you, indicate that preference early in your application to maximize the chance of being placed on a matching floor.

Can I decorate with string lights or LED light strips?

No. UT fire code prohibits all string lights, rope lights, holiday lights, and LED light strips in the residence halls — Moore-Hill included. This rule applies to every type: plug-in, battery-powered, LED, and incandescent alike. Candles and halogen lamps are also prohibited. The prohibition surprises many incoming students who've planned their room around string lighting, but UT applies and enforces the rule consistently. For supplemental lighting beyond the room's overhead fixture, plan on a standard LED or CFL desk lamp; a small table lamp with an LED bulb is also a compliant and popular option for adding warmth to the space.

Is Moore-Hill Hall a good hall to live in?

That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Moore-Hill Hall has XL Twin · 38"×80" beds with clearance that varies by room of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. UT Austin provides Bed frame & mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser, MicroFridge combo (microwave + fridge) in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Moore-Hill Hall stacks up against UT Austin's other halls above.

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Moore-Hill Hall Dorm Checklist 2026

UT Austin

Traditional doubles; ~600 residents

Verified Jun 21, 2026 · housing.utexas.edu

South Campus hall with single-gender floor options. Traditional doubles. Named after UT's first female dean. Quieter south side of campus, close to the LBJ Library. Good pick if you want a calmer environment but still within UT's main footprint.

Bed SizeXL Twin · 38"×80"
Under-Bed
ACYes
On-Campus~95%

✓ In the room

Bed frame & mattressdeskdesk chairdresserMicroFridge combo (microwave + fridge)

✗ Not provided

Beddingtowelsshower caddyshower shoeshangersLED or CFL desk lamppower strip with surge protection

⊘ Prohibited

Personal fridgespersonal microwavescandlesincensestring/rope/holiday lights (including LED)halogen lampshot platestoastersair fryersrice cookerscrock potsspace heaterspersonal AC unitswireless routerspersonal televisions

UT provides a MicroFridge combo unit in every room — do not bring a personal mini-fridge or microwave. Both are prohibited.
String lights, rope lights, and holiday lights are prohibited by UT fire code — even LEDs. Leave them at home.

Living in Moore-Hill Hall: what to know before you pack

The room

Moore-Hill Hall houses roughly 600 residents in traditional double rooms, each furnished by UT with an XL Twin bed frame and 38"×80" mattress per student, a desk, desk chair, dresser, and a MicroFridge combo unit that serves as both microwave and refrigerator for the year. Because the MicroFridge is already in the room, personal mini-fridges and personal microwaves are both prohibited — there's no need to ship them and no place to plug them in. Pack XL Twin bedding (a standard 75-inch twin sheet set will be too short), towels, a shower caddy, shower shoes, hangers, and a surge-protected power strip. Candles, incense, string lights (including LED strands), halogen lamps, hot plates, air fryers, toasters, rice cookers, crock pots, space heaters, and personal wireless routers are all prohibited under UT fire and housing policy.

Day to day

Moore-Hill occupies a prominent spot on UT's South Campus, close to the LBJ Library and the broader stretch of South Mall academic buildings, putting you within comfortable walking distance of most colleges without the foot-traffic density of the northern residence cluster. Named for Lilia Moore, UT's first female dean, and trustee Albert Hill, the hall carries a bit of institutional history alongside its 600-resident population. Single-gender floor options make it a popular pick for students who prefer that arrangement, and the overall atmosphere skews calmer than the larger North Campus halls. Central air conditioning covers the entire building, which matters considerably when move-in weekend arrives in late August with triple-digit heat. The community is large enough for variety but organized enough that you'll know your floor well by the first week of classes.

Move-in day

Moore-Hill residents check in during the standard UT move-in window of August 23–24 at UFCU Disch-Falk Field, open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Early arrival from August 19–22 is possible but carries an extra $100-per-day charge applied to your university account. South Campus streets can get congested on move-in weekend, so checking the university's traffic and parking guidance in advance will save you real time. Everything UT is providing — bed, desk, dresser, and MicroFridge — will already be in your room when you arrive, so you only need to manage personal belongings. Classes begin August 26, leaving two days to orient yourself, meet your roommate, and explore the South Campus area.

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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

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Moore-Hill Hall FAQ

Does Moore-Hill have air conditioning?: Yes, the entire building is centrally air-conditioned. UT Austin's late-August move-in period consistently sees temperatures at or above 100°F in Austin, and central AC is standard across all 10 freshman halls — UT designed these buildings to handle the Texas summer climate. You will arrive to a cool room regardless of what the thermometer reads outside. Personal window AC units and portable AC units are both prohibited because the central system makes them unnecessary. If you've ever moved into a dorm without AC in a hot climate, the difference on move-in day is immediately noticeable and appreciated.
Are there single-gender floors available in Moore-Hill?: Yes. Moore-Hill offers single-gender floor options, which you can request during the housing application process. The hall's size — around 600 residents — means there are enough floors to accommodate a range of living preferences, including single-gender arrangements for students who prefer that setup. Moore-Hill is named after UT's first female dean, Lilia Moore, and trustee Albert Hill, and the hall has historically drawn students who value its quieter atmosphere and the option of gender-designated floors. If single-gender housing is important to you, indicate that preference early in your application to maximize the chance of being placed on a matching floor.
Do I need to bring a refrigerator or microwave?: No. Every Moore-Hill room comes with a university-provided MicroFridge combo unit — a single appliance that functions as both a compact microwave and a mini-fridge. It is already installed in your room when you arrive and is included with your room at no additional charge. Personal mini-fridges and personal microwaves are both prohibited, so do not bring either. The combo unit handles everyday food storage and reheating throughout the academic year. This is a consistent policy across all UT Austin freshman halls — no hall allows personal mini-fridges or microwaves because the MicroFridge is provided universally.
Can I decorate with string lights or LED light strips?: No. UT fire code prohibits all string lights, rope lights, holiday lights, and LED light strips in the residence halls — Moore-Hill included. This rule applies to every type: plug-in, battery-powered, LED, and incandescent alike. Candles and halogen lamps are also prohibited. The prohibition surprises many incoming students who've planned their room around string lighting, but UT applies and enforces the rule consistently. For supplemental lighting beyond the room's overhead fixture, plan on a standard LED or CFL desk lamp; a small table lamp with an LED bulb is also a compliant and popular option for adding warmth to the space.
Is Moore-Hill Hall a good hall to live in?: That depends on what you're optimizing for, but here's what's verified: Moore-Hill Hall has XL Twin · 38"×80" beds with clearance that varies by room of under-bed storage, and is fully air conditioned. UT Austin provides Bed frame & mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser, MicroFridge combo (microwave + fridge) in every room. Compare those specifics against your priorities — or see how Moore-Hill Hall stacks up against UT Austin's other halls above.

Thinking About Living in Moore-Hill Hall Next Year?

If you're choosing housing for next year rather than packing for move-in, here's what's already verified about Moore-Hill Hall: it has XL Twin · 38"×80" beds, and the room is air conditioned. On top of that, the room comes with Bed frame & mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser, MicroFridge combo (microwave + fridge); you'll need to bring Bedding, towels, shower caddy, shower shoes, hangers, LED or CFL desk lamp, power strip with surge protection yourself; Personal fridges, personal microwaves, candles, incense, string/rope/holiday lights (including LED), halogen lamps, hot plates, toasters, air fryers, rice cookers, crock pots, space heaters, personal AC units, wireless routers, personal televisions 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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