Housing, Dining & Daily Life
Live the campus experience—safe residence halls, great food, and full days that blend learning with community.
Rooms & Facilities
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Rooms: Double rooms or suites (roommate assignments made after deposit)
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Bathrooms: Primarily communal; limited single bathrooms available
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Common areas: Lounges and study spaces staffed for evening programming
Dining
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Residential meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Schott Dining Hall
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Snacks: Provided throughout the day
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Dietary needs: Parkhurst Dining accommodates most restrictions (list details in your application)
Supervision & Safety
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Residence halls: Staffed by trained professional staff and current JCU students
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Campus safety: 24/7 presence from JCUPD (JCU Police Department)
Sample Daily Schedule
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8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast & morning meet-up
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9:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Academic program block
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12:00–1:00 p.m. Lunch
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1:15–4:30 p.m. Workshops, labs, or excursions
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5:00–6:00 p.m. Dinner
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6:30–8:30 p.m. Evening activities / studio time
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10:00 p.m. Quiet hours
Packing Basics
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Comfortable clothing & walking shoes
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Reusable water bottle
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Light jacket/sweatshirt (indoor AC)
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Toiletries & shower shoes
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Program-specific items (we’ll email a short list if needed)
Roommate Matching: After your deposit, you’ll receive an email with matching instructions. You may request a roommate.
