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. A part of the Chadbourne Residential College (CRC), residents of Barnard also get to participate in all events and programs put on by the learning community.
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 while still being able to reap the benefits of being a part of a learning community.
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Building Features
- Nearest Dining: Rheta’s Market
- Computer Lab: Lower Level, Chadbourne Residence Hall
- 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:
- CRC Convocation
- Devil’s Lake Trip
- CRC Common Read
- CRC Olympics
- Late Night Breakfast
- Food For Thought Program
- CRC Global: A Dominican Republic Service Learning Experience
Find Out More
Communities in Barnard
Chadbourne Residential College (CRC)
(All of Barnard Residence Hall)
Get involved in endless opportunities to grow as a student and leader through interpersonal connections and academic and extracurricular engagement in this vibrant community.

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.