970 University Avenue | Madison, WI 53706-1300 | Map
139 residents | Mixed coed floors | Singles and doubles
Opened 1913 | Named after Henry Barnard
Built in 1913, Barnard Residence Hall is the oldest existing residence hall on campus. Don’t let its age fool you, though, as it has also undergone a series of renovations that include new resident room flooring, walls and ceilings that give the building a more modern feel.
Barnard is connected to Rheta’s Market (one of five dining markets on campus) for convenient food, which is especially nice during Wisconsin winters. Located in the heart of campus, Barnard is also close to many campus buildings, both student unions, bus lines, and the shops of State Street. Comprised of mostly single rooms in such a convenient location, Barnard is a popular option for many students wishing to have their own space in the middle of campus and downtown Madison.
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Building Features
- Nearest Dining: Rheta’s Market
- Classroom: First Floor
- Academic Advising: First Floor, Chadbourne Residence Hall
- Hall Desk: First Floor, Chadbourne Residence Hall
- Kitchen: First Floor
- Laundry: Lower Level
- Music Practice Room: First Floor
- Carpeting in Resident Rooms: No
- Air Conditioning in Resident Rooms: No
- Room Rate: Mid
- Neighborhood: Southeast
- Bathrooms Shared By: Floor Wing
Dimensions
- Singles: ~ 13′ 4″ x 9′ 6″
- Doubles: ~ 8′ 8″ x 10′ 1″ and 13′ 6″ x 11′ 4″
- Recommended Carpet Size: 7′ x 12′
- Space Under Lofted Bed: Futon/loveseat up to 79″ wide fits under bed
- Lockable Drawer Dimensions: 32″ x 18″ x 3.5″
- Mattress: 36″ x 80″
Room Guides
- Barnard Hall Overview (PDF)
- Barnard Floor Plan (PDF)
- Barnard Lofting Guide (PDF)
- Barnard Heating Guide (PDF)
Events in Barnard Hall
Each residence hall has many events that occur throughout the year. Below are some of the events and activities that residents have enjoyed in previous years:
- Devil’s Lake Trip
- Late Night Breakfast
- Food For Thought Program
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Room Types
Single
- Features: closet, bed, bookcase, desk, desk chair, dresser, refrigerator
- Typical dimensions: ~ 13′ 4″ x 9′ 6″ (rooms vary in size)
Double
- Features: closet, two beds, two bookcases, two desks, two desk chairs, two dressers, refrigerator
- Typical dimensions: ~ 8′ 8″ x 10′ 1″ and 13′ 6″ x 11′ 4″ (rooms vary in size)
*Typical room dimensions shown. Rooms vary slightly. Not all double rooms in Barnard have two rooms separated by a door as in the above room layouts. Some only feature one room.
Virtual Tours
Single (2017)
Please note: this room was photographed before all rooms in Barnard had their furniture updated.
Single (2016)
Please note: this room was photographed before all rooms in Barnard had their furniture updated.
Photo Gallery
Rates
The rates listed below are per resident and reflect the projected annual room & board rates in Barnard Residence Hall for a new student for the 2021-22 academic year. For a full listing of residence hall rates and what is included, visit our Billing & Rates page.