McKean Hall
McKean Hall was built in 1964 and renovated in 2018 to provide students modern amenities and conveniences including air conditioning. Unlike traditional residence halls, these buildings offer students private, single-user bathrooms in the hallway area that are shared by the floor. Similar to a home, each bathroom is privately used by one individual. Additional sinks are located near the bathrooms to provide quick, easy use. The ground floor and basement features lounges, kitchen, laundry room, study space, and knowledge station. Buildings are co-ed by room (each room is a single-gender, but may be next to a room of opposite gender). McKean is located in close proximity to the IM Building, Pegula Ice Arena, and the Arboretum.
McKean Hall was named after Thomas McKean, the 2nd Governor of Pennsylvania (1799-1808).
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Building Type
RenovatedRoom Types
Double, Triple, QuadLiving Arrangements
First-Year Students, Gender Inclusive (First-Year)
Building Amenities
Room Furnishings
Room Decoration Guidelines
Students interested in hanging decorations in this hall should use this recommended material: thumbtacks (less than 20). Other material (wall-safe tape, poster putty, etc) is NOT recommended due to the potential damage to the walls. NO furniture modifications; nothing screwed or nailed into furniture. NO LED tape lights.
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Room Details
Room & Furnishing Dimensions
| Item | Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room - regular double | 14' 11" | 12' 5" | 7'1" |
| Room - oblong double | 23' | 7'10" | 7'1" |
| Room - regular triple | 17'2" | 16" | 7'1" |
| Room - supplemental quad | 25' | 17' | 7'1" |
| Bed | 83" | 39" | 40" (adjustable) |
| Two-Drawer unit | 36" | 23" | 16" |
| Desk | 36" | 24" | 29" |
| Refrigerator/Microwave | 20" | 18" | 44" |
| Wardrobe Closet | 40" | 24" | 78" |
| Window | 5'10" | 4'4" |
Recommended rug size: 6' x 9'
Measurements are approximate. The dimensions, furnishings, and color of rooms may vary in appearance. Some furnishings are attached to the floor or wall. All closets have doors.
Building Floor Plans
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Housing Room Rates
| Residence Hall | Room Type | Occupancy | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKean Hall | Double | 2 | $4,638 | $4,638 |
| McKean Hall | Quad | 4 | $4,156 | $4,156 |
| McKean Hall | Supplemental | 4 | $3,710 | $3,710 |
| McKean Hall | Triple | 3 | $4,156 | $4,156 |
| Residence Hall | Room Type | Occupancy | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKean Hall | Double | 2 | $4,503 | $4,503 |
| McKean Hall | Supplemental | 4 | $3,602 | $3,602 |
| McKean Hall | Triple | 3 | $4,035 | $4,035 |
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