Residence Life

 

We invite you to live on campus!

Midland College offers two Residence Halls, and we strive to build a living and learning environment for all residents to enjoy.
 
 

Learn About Residence Life

Select links below for details

Top Ten reasons to live on campus

 
  1. LIVE SMART!
    Research shows that students who live on campus have higher GPAs.

  2. LIVE CLOSE!
    Roll out of bed and get to class in 10 minutes! Don’t worry about finding a place to park. You are within walking distance to everything.

  3. LIVE WIRELESS!
    Students who live on campus have access to high speed wireless connectivity.

  4. LIVE SECURE!
    Midland College makes the safety of its residents a top priority. Live-in professional staff are on-call 24-hours a day.

  5. LIVE IN A COMMUNITY!
    Students who live on campus interact with students from other countries around the world. Friendships formed during college last a lifetime.

  6. LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
    By living on campus, students are more likely to get involved in student organizations, leadership skills that look great on a resume.

  7. LIVE CHEAPER!
    The cost of living on campus is less than living off campus. Campus housing includes not only the cost of your room but meals, utilities, high speed internet, and maintenance.

  8. LIVE CONNECTED!
    Because they are living close to all the action, campus residents have a stronger connection to the campus community,

  9. LIVE FUN!
    Living in the residence halls is a fun experience. Social and educational activities are available for residents to enjoy.

  10. LIVE MC!
    Experience the complete package of college life at Midland College by showing your Chaparral pride. Make memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Cost by Semester

May Mini-mester 2024 $751.13
Summer 1 2024 $1,426.48
Summer 2 2024 $1,426.48
Fall 2024 $3,148.50
Spring 2025 $3,148.50

What is included?

  • Furniture: Twin Bed, wardrobe closet, desk & desk chair
  • 2024 Meal Plan (19 meals per week fall/spring) (8 meals per week MayMini/Summer)
  • In Room High Speed Internet
  • Health Plan
  • Laundry
  • All Utilities
  • 24/7 staffing and on-site, on-call coverage

Residence Life Application

Steps to Apply for Residence Life

  1. Log into My MC Portal
  2. Click the Students tab in top green menu.
    If you do not have a Students tab, contact your Enrollment Navigator for possible missing application requirements. To find out who your Enrollment Navigator is, click the Admissions tab, and select View Admissions Status.
  3. Click Campus Housing in the gray box on the left.
  4. Under Student Forms click the application of your choice and submit it.
  5. Check your MC Student Email account for further instructions.

What to Bring

For Your Room...

  • Twin Bed Sheets (Daniel Hall has XL Sheets)
  • Pillows and Pillow Cases
  • Mattress Topper
  • Personal Electronics
  • Alarm Clock
  • Blanket, Quilt, or Comforter
  • Cleaning Products
  • Computer
  • Surge Protectors
  • Television
  • Clothes & Hangers

For Your Bathroom...

  • Bathroom Floor Mats
  • Personal Care Products
  • Hair Dryer
  • Towels & Wash Cloths
  • Toiletries

For Your Laundry...

  • Laundry bag or basket
  • Laundry Pods, Bleach, and Softener

Kitchen & Miscellaneous...

  • Can Opener
  • Microwave
  • Mini-Fridge
  • Keurig Machine (Traditional open pot warmer coffee makers not allowed)
  • Blender
  • Dish Soap
  • Toaster
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Umbrellas
  • Backpack and School Supplies
  • First Aid Kit
  • Fan

What NOT to Bring

  • Candles or Candle Warmers
  • Electrical Heaters
  • Hot Plates
  • Extension Cords
  • Halogen Light Fixtures
  • Coffee Pots
  • Coffee makers with open warmer
  • Toaster Ovens
  • Portable Burners
  • Instapots
  • Electric Skillets
  • Cup Warmers
  • Heating Blankets
  • Anything with an open heat source

What to Bring & Not Bring List (pdf)

The administration, faculty, and staff of Midland College would like to welcome you to campus housing. The students living on campus are an interesting and diverse group. To ensure a comfortable living environment – one that is beneficial to your academic success, we ask that you familiarize yourself with the following Midland College Campus Housing Regulations.

Campus Housing Rules for Residence Halls (pdf)

How do I apply for housing?

How many hours are required to be eligible for housing?

Student are required to be enrolled in 9 credit hours during a long semester of 6 credit hours in each 8 week term. A resident who does not meet this requirement can request an exemption from the Director of Residence Life.

What is the cost for housing?

The cost for housing for the 2023/2024 semester is $3148.50 for double occupancy.

What’s included in the cost of housing?

Internet/WiFi, All Utilities, Laundry, Meal Plan (19 meals per week fall/spring, 8 meals per week summer).

How to I pay for housing?

Pay full amount or set-up a payment plan online in My MC Portal. For information on how to set-up a payment plan, visit the Pay Your Bill page. For further assistance on paying for housing, contact the Cashier’s Office at (432) 685-4531 or cashier@midland.edu.

Will financial aid help pay for housing?

Yes, financial aid and/or scholarships can assist in paying for housing. Please remember that all financial aid and scholarships will pay for academics first and if any money is left over, it will be applied to your housing balance. 

What do I need to bring/not bring when I move in?

Can I pick my roommate?

Yes, you may pick your own roommate. If you have a roommate request, both parties must complete the housing application and select the same residence hall. Once completed, both parties need to email housing@midland.edu and request each other as roommates. We will try to best to match you together. 

Can I schedule a tour of the residence halls?

Yes, email us at housing@midland.edu to schedule a tour of the residence halls. To request a tour of our entire campus, visit the Campus Tours page and submit a request. 

Are there no more single occupancy rooms?

Midland College no longer provides single occupancy rooms due to ongoing construction projects to upgrade the residence halls.
Are the Residence Halls staffed 24 hours/day, 7 days/week?
Yes! Each residence hall has a live-in Residence Hall Manager and on-call staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 

Residence Halls

Front of Craddick Hall

  • 2 floors, Co-ed
  • Each room is double occupancy with its own bathroom.
  • Rooms are furnished with two twin beds, two desks, two desk chairs, two locking wardrobe closets and a vanity with a sink.
  • Laundry facilities are located on both floors of the residence hall. 
  • Craddick Hall houses up to 94 residents.

Room Floor Plan

Front of Daniel Hall

  • 2 floors, Co-ed
  • Each room is double occupancy with its own bathroom.
  • Rooms are furnished with two twin beds, two desks, two desk chairs, two locking wardrobe closets and a vanity with a sink.
  • Laundry facilities are located on both floors of the residence hall.
  • Daniel Hall houses up to 96 residents.

Room Floor Plan

Remodeling construction begins Fall 2024!

Front of O'Shaughnessy Building

  • 2 floors, Co-ed
  • All rooms are double occupancy with their own bathroom and adjoining study room shared by two rooms.
  • Rooms are furnished with two twin beds, two desks, two desk chairs, two locking wardrobe closets and a vanity with a sink.
  • Laundry facilities are located on both floors of the residence hall. 
  • O'Shaughnessy Hall houses up to 96 residents.

Room Floor Plan


Contact Residence Life

Scharbauer Student Center 135
(432) 685-6422
housing@midland.edu