Student review [#37164] for International Affairs
at American University - AU

For freshmen there’s really no difference in the dorms other than Letts Hall Southside, but that will change after the renovations are completed next year. The dorms are very nice and the rooms are a comfortable size as long as you are not in a triple. One problem is the number of washers and dryers in the Letts Hall laundry. There are only two each, so when one breaks, finding time to wash clothes is a constant frustration. Each floor has its own living room, kitchen and study. The living room is a great place to kick back and relax on the floor, and the den is fun for those late night papers. Socially, the dorms are great, at least on the south side of the campus. They are usually all interconnected so there is a lot of confusion between the dorms and no one feels trapped on the floor. All dorms are a five-minute walk from class, so if you miss your alarm you can still be on time for class. The cost is a bit high, but not much more. The process of living well. You can choose a roommate, but finding one as a beginner is a bit tricky and most people just choose a roommate at random. Also, you may be stuck in a triple room, which in my personal experience can be a bit cramped, but manageable with good roommates.