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Potomac Place

Welcome to Potomac Place

Potomac Place is a suite-style residence hall that offers double and single-occupancy rooms with semi-private bathrooms for each suite (no more than two residents will share a bathroom). Most students are assigned to double-occupancy rooms with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a shared foyer area. Limited single-occupancy rooms are available for an additional fee and are prioritized for residents with ADA housing accommodations. Single-occupancy rooms contain two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a shared foyer. Study rooms and lounges are accessible 24/7 on each floor. The first floor features a community kitchen, pool table, vending machines, and free laundry facilities.

Rates

Eligibility

Available Meal Plans

Note: All residents, except those living in Dunlop & Printz Hall apartments, are required to have a meal plan.

Meal Plan information

Double-Occupancy Room Details (Per Bedroom)

Single-Occupancy Room Details (Per Bedroom)

Building Amenities

What To Pack Guide

Not sure what to pack? The Office of Residence Life has compiled a list of recommended and prohibited items for the residence halls.

What to Pack Guide

Floor Plans

Double Occupancy Suite

 3D image render of a potomac place double occupancy room

2D Floor Plan + Dimensions

Single Occupancy Suite

 3D image render of a potomac place single occupancy room

2D Floor Plan + Dimensions

ADA Single Occupancy Suite

3D image render of a potomac place ADA suite

A tall bed frame is shown (in the left bedroom); short frames are available upon request.

2D Floor Plan + Dimensions