One of the most burning questions for new students is "Where am I going to live?" Wesley Seminary offers several housing options to its seminarians at a reasonable cost. While the Seminary's academic campus serves as the primary hub for student interaction and community-building, our student residence halls also become natural extensions of the community life here at Wesley Seminary.

Wesley's on campus housing options can be divided into three categories: Commuter Housing, Permanent Resident Housing, and Family Resident Housing. These options are for our master's degree students.  Doctor of Ministry students should contact the housing office directly for housing inquiries via email or phone (202) 885-8612.  Our space on campus is limited and is filled on a first come, first serve basis. However, you are encouraged to apply for housing if needed regardless of how close you may be to the first day of class. There is also an off campus housing notebook located in the housing office. Students are welcome to come in to use the notebook at their convenience. Our neighbor, American University also has an off-campus housing list which they post online. The summer housing application is posted at the bottom of the page.

Eligibility

To qualify for campus housing one must be registered in a degree program and carry at least 9 hours of credit each semester.

Restrictions

Campus housing facilities are smoke-free. Smoking is not permitted in any Seminary building. Alcohol is not permitted on campus in any common area.  Pets are not allowed on campus. 

General Information

Housing Prices for 2008-2009

Permanent
Straughn Double   - $935/semester + $860 for Meal Plan (required)
Straughn Single    - $1925/semester + $860 for Meal Plan (required)

Carroll Efficiency    - $615/month
Carroll 1-Bedroom - $800/month
Carroll 2-Bedroom - $875/month

Commuter
Straughn Double - 1 Night    - $380/semester
Straughn Double - 2 Nights  - $765/semester
Straughn Double - 3 Nights  - $1150/semester

Straughn Single - 1 Night     - $535/semester
Straughn Single - 2 Nights   - $1070/semester
Straughn Single - 3 Nights   - $1605/semester

All utilities and local phone service along with a voice mail system are included. Each resident is responsible for providing a touch-tone phone. Each room has wireless internet access. There is a computer room in the basement of Straughn Hall for studying and printing needs. This computer lab is available to all Wesley Theological Seminary students, but requires a 600 key for entry. Stop by the Housing Office to obtain a key. On-campus parking is available for all residents at a cost of $50.00 a year (this is included in your student fees). Students can participate in the American University Fitness Center ($385/year).

Commuter Housing

Commuter Housing is available in Straughn Hall for students wishing to stay on campus up to three nights per week. Commuter rooms are rented by the semester. You may be paired with another commuter student or with a permanent student. This option is great for the student who lives just far enough away that a daily commute is unbearable but prefers to maintain his or her off campus residence. Note that as a commuter you are required to bring your own linens and toiletries for your stay. You are also required to put away your belongings and vacate your room by noon of the last day of your requested stay. If you feel this may be an option for you, please complete the commuter housing application online.

Permanent Resident

There are 55 double occupancy rooms in Straughn Hall. Students without families joining them in residence at Wesley Theological Seminary are housed in Straughn Hall. A limited number of single rooms are available each semester for medical needs only. Residents have the option of having a commuter roommate a few nights per week. Rent for the semester will be reduced $100 for each night of the week the commuter is there. Note: All permanent residents in Straughn Hall must purchase the meal plan for the Seminary dining room. Community kitchen, community TV lounge, prayer room, exercise room, study area, and coin-operated laundry facilities are provided. All rooms come furnished with 2 twin beds, 2 desks, an armchair, 2 wardrobes, and 2 dressers. Each room has two of each even when assigned as a single, and the seminary is unable to store additional furniture or belongings. If you feel this arrangement would work best for you, please submit your application online.

Family

There are thirty one-bedroom apartments, six two-bedroom apartments, and five efficiency apartments in Carroll Hall. All apartments are furnished, carpeted, and have window drapes. Students will need to provide off-campus storage for any furniture they bring with them, as furniture that is in the apartments cannot be removed. Apartments in Carroll are for students who have their families in residence with them at Wesley Theological Seminary. Rental terms for students with families is per academic year. One bedroom apartments are available for single students on a space available basis and you must have a roommate. The rental contract for single students is per semester; rent is due in the Business Office by the 15th of each month. Apartments are equipped with a compact kitchenette consisting of a stove, sink, refrigerator, disposal, and cupboards. Major appliances are not permitted. Coin-operated laundry facilities and limited storage are provided. If you feel this arrangement would work best for you and your family, please submit your application online.

Summer Housing

Summer housing is available on a first come, first serve basis, for students who are taking courses over the summer. To apply for summer housing submit your application online.