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exterior of Barnard Hall

Barnard Residence Hall

970 University Avenue | Madison, WI 53706-1300 | Map
142 residents | Mixed coed floors | Single, double, and triple rooms
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.

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

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Room Types

Single

  • Features: closet, bed, bookcase, desk, desk chair, dresser, refrigerator
  • Typical dimensions: ~ 13′ 4″ x 9′ 6″
  • Recommended Carpet Size: 7′ x 12′

A single room in Barnard Residence Hall in 2019

Single (2019)

Barnard Single 2D Room Layout
Barnard Single 2D Room Dimensions
Barnard Single 3D Room Layout

Double

  • Type A Rooms: 11A, 14, 210, 218, 226, 234, 310, 318, 326, 334, 410, 418, 426, 434, 500, 501, 504
  • Type B Rooms: 8, 216, 228, 316, 328, 416, 428
  • With Bathroom Room: 11
  • 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″
  • Recommended Carpet Size: 7′ x 12′
Barnard Double 2d Room Layout
Barnard Double 3d Room Layout
Barnard Double 2d Room Dimensions

Triple

  • Room: 3
  • Features: three beds, three bookcases, three desks, three desk chairs, three dressers, two refrigerators
  • Dimensions: 29′ 6″ x 22′ 11″
barnard-furniture-triple
barnard-dimensions-triple

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Floor Plans

First Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
Fourth Floor
Fifth Floor

B: Bathroom | X: Elevator | SR: Staff Room | S: Single | D-A: Double Room Type A | D-B: Double Room Type B | DWB: Double with Bath

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Measurements

*Note: rooms in some residence halls have mixed furniture. Measurements and dimensions may vary. Due to the variety of residence halls, rooms, furniture, closets, etc. in University Housing, we are unable to provide measurements for all possible situations and items. If the measurement you’re looking for isn’t shown on our website, we are unable to provide it at this time. Measurements for all residence halls can be found on our furnishings page.

Residence Halls Furniture Measurements

Residence Halls Miscellaneous Measurements

Residence Halls Lofting Measurements

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Rates

The projected annual rates listed below are per resident and include housing during fall and spring breaks (winter break housing is available for an additional fee). Most new residents are assigned to a double room. Costs are billed by semester, combined with the tuition bill. Students select from one of three dining plan options based on their eating habits and how much they plan to dine on campus. For a full listing of residence hall rates and what is included, visit our Billing & Rates page.

Note: total costs of UW-Madison University Residence Halls room and dining plan rates can be calculated by:

wdt_ID Dining Plan 2022-23 Dining Plan Rate / Semester 2022-23 Dining Plan Rate / Academic Year
1 Go10 1,900 3,800
2 Go14 2,150 4,300
3 GoUnlimited 2,700 5,400

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Photos

*Note: rooms in some residence halls have mixed furniture. Furniture, measurements, and dimensions may vary from what is shown. 

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Heating & Cooling

Heating

barnard-thermostatIn Barnard steam is pumped directly through radiator units in your room for heat. During heating season, our goal is to keep your room at a comfortable range from 65 – 75 °F. A knob (see photo) in resident rooms controls the heat in resident rooms. Turn the dial right (clockwise) to decrease heat and left (counterclockwise) to increase heat.

Cooling

Air-conditioning is only provided in common areas such as dens, lounges, and kitchens. Window unit air-conditioners are provided in resident rooms for medical needs only. Air conditioners have separate digital or turn knob controls for fan speed and cooler/warmer air.

Tips

  • Try small adjustments first to avoid overheating/cooling
  • Do not push furniture, bedding, or belongings against convectors as this could block airflow
  • When in your room during the heating season, open curtains and blinds during the day to allow the sun to warm the room naturally and prevent air from being trapped against the window, and close them at night to decrease drafts — during the cooling season, do the reverse
  • Keep doors and windows closed when the heat or air conditioning is on
  • Consider using blankets and sweaters instead of turning up the heat
  • When possible, keep the room door open to promote air movement and introduce fresh air
  • Take wet clothing or towels to a laundry room to be washed/dried ASAP to reduce moisture
  • Run a fan to help circulate air
  • Fish tanks, plants, humidifiers, and diffusers can contribute to humidity/moisture levels in your room

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Barnard Professional Staff

Marcia Hatcher

Position title: Residence Life Coordinator

Olivia Perkins

Position title: Residence Life Assistant Director

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