The Commons

Information

Constructed in 2016, The Commons is a co-ed residence hall complex that houses freshmen and upperclassmen students in both single occupancy and double occupancy suite-style housing. The Commons is conveniently located across the street from the University of North Georgia (UNG) Dining Hall and adjacent to the Walker Drive residential parking deck.

Building 1: The Commons Building 1 contains 61 suites housing up to 187 students in single-gender suites. Building 1 also offers a large multi-purpose room as well as a balcony overlooking the beautiful Dahlonega campus.

Building 2: The Commons Building 2 contains 108 suites housing up to 351 students in single-gender suites.

Each floor offers free laundry with the exception of Building 1400s floor. Residents on the 1400s floor may utilize any of the free laundry facilities in The Commons. Each floor offers one lounge area per hall as well as a snack room or kitchen. The two bedroom, one bathroom suites are fully furnished, each bedroom includes one twin bed with a XL twin mattress, a chair, desk, chest, and closet per resident. Closets in The Commons do not contain doors to allow for flexible storage.

The Commons is staffed with seventeen resident assistants and one resident director.

Meal Plans

Meal plans are required for residents of The Commons. See the FAQs tab for more information.

Common Spaces

multi-purpose room (bldg. 1)
balcony (bldg. 1)

On Each Floor

multiple lounges
snack room
Wi-Fi Internet access
free laundry (except Building 1, 400s floor)

Room Styles

single occupancy room (in 2-bedroom, 1-bath suite)
double occupancy room (in 2-bedroom, 1-bath suite)

Video & Photos

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outside gathering area

The Commons suite double occupancy bedroom

Inside view of a bathroom in the Commons Suite

Floor Plans & Features

Features:

Each 2-bedroom, 1-bath suite style room contains for each student:

Twin size bed w/XL mattress.
Dresser
Closet
Desk w/ chair

Rooms have neutral carpet.

Double Occupancy Floor Plan

Single Occupancy Floor Plan

commons-single

The Commons Furniture Measurements

Furniture	Height	Width	Depth
Computer Desk	30 inches	34 inches	24 inches
Dresser Drawers	31 inches	30.5 inches	22 inches
Bedroom Closet	9 feet	34.5 inches	15 inches
Upper Shelf in Closet	71.5 inches	34.5 inches	12 inches
Lower Shelf in Closet	33.5 inches	21.5 inches	12 inches
Bed Frame	34 inches	79.5 inches	37.5 inches
Two Shelf Side Table	30 inches	16 inches	20 inches
Bedroom Window	70 inches	48 inches
Shower Curtain		46 inches
Common Area Wall Space		61 inches
Number of Outlet Plugs	3 Outlets	1 Ethernet	1 Coax

Room measurements are approximate measurements. Height measurements are made floor to top of furniture piece. Furniture measurements are universal for all rooms but room dimensions will differ between single and double occupancy rooms.

Rates and Contract Information

Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 Housing Information

The below housing rates are per person/per semester for the Dahlonega Campus for Fall 2023 and Spring 2024.

Please note: *Meal plan is a separate fee not included in the housing fees. **Includes $20.00 non-cadet housing fee. ***Includes $50.00 cadet housing fee.

Residence Hall & Contract Type	Meal Plan*	Non-Cadet Housing Fee** Per Person Per Semester	Cadet Housing Fee*** Per Person Per Semester	Schedule & Contracts
Gaillard Hall Liberty Hall Suites	Required	(Suite Style - Cadets Only)	Single: $4,096.00 Double: $3,410.00	Closed between semesters and fall/spring breaks. Contracts run from 8/19/23 - 5/4/24
North Georgia Suites (Suite Style)	Required	Single: $4,066.00 Double: $3,380.00	(Suite Style - Non-Cadets Only)	Open continuously from mid-August to May. Contracts run from 8/19/23 - 5/4/24
Owen Hall (Apartment Style)	Optional	$4,459.00	(Apartment Style - Non-Cadets Only)	Open continuously from mid-August through July. Contracts run from 8/19/22 – 7/26/24
Patriot Hall Suites (Suite Style)	Required	Single: $4,066.00 Double: $3,380.00	Single: $4,096.00 Double: $3,410.00	Closed between semesters and fall/spring breaks. Contracts run from 8/19/23 - 5/4/24
The Commons (Suite Style)	Required	Single: $4,397.00 Double: $3,656.00	(Suite Style - Non-Cadets Only)	Open continuously from mid-August to May. Contracts run from 8/19/23 - 5/4/24
Traditional Residence Halls (Donovan Hall, Lewis Annex, Lewis Hall)	Required	Single: $2,960.00 Double: $2,188.00	(Non-Cadets Only)	Closed between semesters and fall/spring breaks. Contracts run from 8/19/23 - 5/4/24

Newly admitted fall students
New UNG students may apply for a housing contract by completing the following steps:

Apply for admission at UNG as a residential student or contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to request a change to residential status if the student originally applied to UNG as a commuting student.

After acceptance to UNG, students must confirm their attendance through the Check Application Status page.

New students should check their UNG e-mail account for a housing portal notification from Residence Life.

Housing contracts, room selection, and roommate selection are all available through the UNG housing portal. Deadlines for housing are communicated through email.

Current UNG students
Current UNG students may apply for a housing contract by completing the following steps:

Residence Life will notify current residents via e-mail before the housing contract process opens.

Please note that per UNG's Residence Policy, students who are freshmen and sophomores are required to live on campus. Students who believe that they have a unique hardship may request a waiver to the Residence Policy through the Dean of Students Office.

Please note that housing contracts are binding once completed. Students wishing to cancel a housing contract should consult the cancellation terms in their housing contract as termination fees will likely apply.

Moving In

Fall Semester

New student move-in for fall 2023 will occur by appointment only on August 17, 18, and 19. Please check your UNG email the first week in July for the opportunity to sign up for a move-in appointment. Students must submit a photo for their UNG Nighthawks Card prior to coming to campus

Move-in Information

Move-in will be by appointment only August 17, 18, and 19. UNG classes begin on August 21. Please check your UNG email the first week in July for the opportunity to sign up for a move-in appointment. Only two cars are permitted per student, and only two guests will be permitted for each student.

UNG Nighthawks ID Card

UNG students must bring their UNG Nighthawks ID card with them to check into the residence halls. New students may pick up their ID card at orientation. Students not attending an in-person orientation may submit their Nighthawks ID photo online at least 3 days prior to their move-in and pick up their card at move-in.

Changed Your Mind About Attending UNG?

Students who completed a housing contract with Residence Life and will not attend UNG should e-mail residencelife@ung.edu and attach a completed cancellation form as soon as possible.

Spring Semester

New student move-in for spring 2023 will occur on Sunday, January 8 from noon - 2 p.m. Students must submit a photo for their UNG Nighthawks Card prior to coming to campus.

Move-In Information

New residents moving into the residence halls for spring semester should receive an e-mail from Residence Life that contains important room and roommate information. This e-mail also includes the day/time for move-in and the building into which you will be checking. Please note that students should not arrive before the assigned move-in time, as they will not be allowed to move-in early.

UNG Nighthawks ID Card

Students must bring their UNG Nighthawks ID card with them to check into the residence halls. Students will not have access to the dining hall without it.

Move-In Checklist

You must have your UNG ID with you in order to check in. (See the semester sections above for further info.)
Have all of your boxes/belongings labeled with your name and room number.
Know which building, room, and time you have been assigned. Residents will check in at their assigned building and will not be allowed in before their assigned time.
Talk with your roommate about how you want your room to be set up (bunked, left single, etc.). Also discuss who is bringing the larger items (i.e. refrigerator, tv, etc.) if you intend to share.

What You'll Need

What's Provided

(based on double occupancy)

2 beds - Beds may be bunked or left single (beds in Patriot Hall cannot be bunked)
2 twin XL mattresses
2 chests
2 desks
2 chairs
2 wardrobes or closets
Window with blinds
Two data ports (only one data port per room in The Commons)
Wi-Fi

You Should Bring

This list provides suggestions from current residents. You do not have to bring all of this, and you may want to contact your roommate in advance and decide what the two of you can share. Remember, there is limited space in the rooms.

Academic Materials

A computer (though there is a computer lab in all residence halls)
Notebooks
Pens & pencils
Index cards & highlighter markers
Paper clips, folders, and other school supplies
Calculator
Planner

Personal Items

Stereo/noise-canceling headphones/earbuds
Small tool set
Flashlight
Umbrella/rain jacket
Shower caddy with holes in the bottom
Robe
Shower shoes
A pillow
Pictures from home
Sun glasses
Backpack
Jacket
Pajamas that you'll feel comfortable wearing on the hall
Slippers
A few of your favorite things that makes you feel comfortable

Room organization & decoration

Calendar/planner
Dry erase board and pens for door
Study lamp
Smart TV or TV with casting device (Roku, AppleTV, Chromecast, etc.)
Small refrigerator (30 inches tall or less)
Sealed containers for food
A hot pot
Extra clothes hangers
Posters and simple decorations
Lightweight picture frames for walls
Small fan
Anything that will save space, such as stackable shelves, storage containers, something to put shoes in/on
Push pins or frog tape

Other supplies

Snack food and drinks
Basic eating utensils, plate, bowl, cups, etc.
Manual can opener
Flashlight, batteries
HE laundry detergent
Laundry detergent
Laundry basket
Iron
Extra towels, sheets and blankets
Stress relievers (games, books, etc.)
Grounded extension cords and surge protectors
Safety pins
Trash can
Small vacuum cleaner or electric sweeper
Toilet paper (Suite style and Apartment style)
Shower curtain (Suite style and Apartment style)
Toilet Plunger (Suite style and Apartment style)
Bathroom cleaning supplies (Suite style and Apartment style)
Outdoor sandals*
Camping hammock*
A smile and an open mind

*If you are outdoorsy

You should NOT Bring

Any items with an asterisk (*) are prohibited.

Lots of stuffed animals
Lots of knick-knacks
All of your clothes and shoes (Pack for the season.)
Everything in your room at home
All of your high school memorabilia
Desk or other large pieces of furniture
Expensive or irreplaceable collectibles or jewelry
Space heaters*
Wireless routers*
Non-LED string lights*
E-cigarettes/vapes/tobacco products*
Hoverboards*
Cooking appliances with exposed heating elements*
Pets* (Only fish or Emotional Support Animals pre-registered through UNG Student Accessibility Services are allowed.)
Incense or Candles*
George Forman Grills*(permitted in Owen Hall)
Microwave* (only prohibited in Lewis Annex and Donovan Hall)
- Microwaves are permitted in the Commons, but they can only be placed on the common area wall (between the two rooms) due to outlet voltage limits.
Toasters* (permitted in Owen Hall)
Alcohol bottles/containers*
Any items or furniture picked up from the street*

Specific for The Commons

Toilet paper
Plunger
Shower curtain, shower curtain rings
Bathroom cleaning supplies
Ethernet cord (1 per bedroom)
Streaming Device
Garbage bags
Power strips
Push pins or frog tape
Curtain on tension rod for closet (optional)
Storage Cubes/Drawer Units

FAQs

Can I move into my room early/late?

The residence halls open at designated times for each semester. Residents are not allowed to move in early. Each student is expected to move in at their assigned time.

What items should I bring with me?

You should bring items that will make you feel most comfortable in your room. However, remember that you will be sharing this space with another person. Also, there are items not allowed in the UNG Residence Halls. You may access What To Bring, a list of recommended items to bring, a list of items provided in the residence hall and room, and a list of items prohibited in the UNG residence halls.

What happens if I do not like my roommate?

Most residents self-select their roommates through the UNG Housing Portal. For students who do not self-select, the Residence Life Staff puts a lot of effort into assigning compatible roommates, and we ask you to make every effort to work out minor issues. However, in either case, there are several opportunities during the year for a student to find a new roommate and change rooms.

Can I stay on campus during the holidays or breaks?

UNG Suite-style housing (NG Suites, The Commons, non-cadet students in Patriot Hall) is open during university holidays and breaks. Academic year contracts for Suite-style housing end the Sunday following graduation each spring. Separate summer housing contracts are available for NG Suites for students who are taking summer classes.

Is it possible to get a single or private room?

Both double and limited single room options are available in North Georgia Suites and in The Commons. Single occupancy rooms for freshmen are often limited to students with disability accommodations.

Can I live off campus?

Full-time students who have not earned 60 semester hours and do not meet one of the exceptions to the Residence Policy must live on campus.

Students may live off-campus if they live with and commute daily from the permanent legal residence of parent(s) or grandparent(s) within 50 miles of the campus; are 21 years of age or older; or have completed 2 years of successful active military service.

Do I have to buy a meal plan?
Residents in the following halls are required to purchase a 10, 15, or All Access (unlimited) meal plan. Students are originally assigned an All Access Plan but may change to a 15 or 10 meal plan before or during drop-add.

Donovan Hall (traditional style)

Lewis Hall (traditional style)

Lewis Hall Annex (traditional style)

North Georgia Suites (suite style)

Patriot Hall (suite style)

The Commons (suite style)

Residents in the following hall do not have to purchase a meal plan.

Owen Hall (apartment style)

Additionally, there are food vendors in the following buildings:

Hoag Student Center: Food court and Einstein Bros. Bagels

Chestatee Building: Starbucks

Library Technology Center: Java City

Where can I do laundry and how much does it cost?

Machines are located in each residence hall at no cost to the residents.

Can freshmen have a car on campus?

All students are allowed to have a car on campus as long as it is registered with Parking Services. All fees are included in student fees.

You may contact Parking Services for more information at 706-864-1697.

Can I paint/wallpaper my room?

No. There are a number of different people that utilize the residence hall rooms throughout the years, so permanent decorative changes are not allowed, including nails in walls.

What types of internet access are provided in the residence halls?
Each residence hall room is wired for computer access to the campus network. It is the student’s responsibility to have the appropriate configurations on his/her computer.

There are two wireless networks in the residence halls, UNG-RESNet-Media and UNG-RESNet. UNG-RESNet is devoted to connecting laptops, phones, and tablets.

UNG-RESNet-Media is used to connect any of your gaming or media devices. Links with all the information you need to get you up and running on UNG-RESNet-Media and UNG-RESNet are listed below.

Requesting UNG-RESNet-Media Key

Supported / Unsupported Devices for UNG-RESNet-Media

For further assistance, please contact UNG IT Service Desk at 706-864-1922 or at helpdesk@ung.edu or utilize the QR code posted on the back of your residence hall door.

Do the residence halls have satellite or cable TV access?

UNG Residence Halls do not provide satellite or cable TV access, but students may want to bring their own streaming device (Roku, AppleTV, Chromecast, etc. to access television shows).

Do the residence halls have phone service?

Phone lines are not provided. All major cell carriers have service on campus.

How do I get mail?
You must have your key with you when you come to pick up your letter mail at the Central Post Office.

To assure delivery of mail and packages, always include full name and box number in your address.

Advise all correspondents that your mail should be addressed as follows:

First Name Last Name Box #

82 College Circle

Dahlonega, GA 30597

Storage space in the Post Office is limited. Mail should be checked weekly. If not, the mail is subject to being returned to sender or forwarded. (Ex: newspapers, packages)

Things to know about picking up parcels:

You will receive an email from UNG Postal Services for items that have a tracking number. Please read the email, as it will instruct you to show us the email (screenshots are okay) and your ID. You cannot pick up anyone else’s parcels unless special arrangements are made with Postal Services.

USPS Mail arrives in the morning, and during standard volume is processed by 11 a.m..

UPS, FedEx and DHL arrives on campus at the Logistics Warehouse before 2 p.m., and is transferred to the Post Office between 2:30 and 4 depending on volume.

If you have a tracking number from USPS, FedEx, DHL or UPS (not amazon) that says your item has been delivered and it has been more than 1 business day, but you still have not received an email from us, please bring your tracking number to the front window for us to assist you with tracking your item.

Packages sent using UPS, FedEx, or DHL
Your Address

Street Address: 82 College Circle

Zip Code: 30597

Be sure to include your box number on the same line as either your name or 82 College Circle

Your Address

Street Address: 82 College Circle

Zip Code: 30597

Be sure to include your box number on the same line as either your name or 82 College Circle

Receiving a UPS or FedEx package?

The best time to check is after 2:30 p.m. (11:30 a.m. summer Fridays)

Come prepared with your tracking number

What are the visitation policies in the residence halls?

Guests from outside the residence hall must be escorted at all times by their host. Guests from outside the residence hall, regardless of gender, must check in at the front desk.

Visitation hours for guests in Donovan Hall, Lewis Hall, Lewis Annex, North Georgia Suites, the non-cadet floor in Patriot Hall, and The Commons are 10 a.m. – midnight, Monday – Thursday, and 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Visitation hours for guests in Owen Hall are 10 a.m. - midnight, Monday - Thursday and weekend visitation hours are Friday at 10 a.m. - Sunday at midnight.