1950 Willow Drive | Madison, WI 53706-1132 | Map
142 residents | Mixed coed floors | Doubles with bathrooms
Opened 1959 | Named after Vel Phillips
Phillips Residence Hall boasts some of the best lake views on campus and is a great place to live for first-year and continuing students alike. The residence hall is a favorite among many students because each resident room has its own private bathroom attached (even though you have to clean it on your own, it’s totally worth it) as well as carpeting and air conditioning. Phillips has a warm, home-like atmosphere on the interior that you are sure to love. It also has a number of common spaces on each floor that residents use for studying and socializing. The building is also home to Open House, University Housing’s Gender Learning Community.
Are you considering majoring in nursing, pharmacy, or one of the life sciences? If so, you’ll love Phillips’ proximity to classrooms. Residents of Phillips also have easy access to Four Lakes Market (one of five dining markets on campus) in Dejope Residence Hall. While Phillips might appear to be on the outskirts of campus, it is near many major bus lines and the Lakeshore Path, which are both quick ways to get to the Southeast Neighborhood.
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Building Features
- Nearest Dining: Four Lakes Market
- Classroom: First Floor, Dejope Residence Hall
- Academic Advising: First Floor, Dejope Residence Hall
- Hall Desk: First Floor, Dejope Residence Hall
- Kitchen: Lower Level
- Laundry: Third and Fourth Floors
- Music Practice Room: Lower Level
- Carpeting in Resident Rooms: Yes
- Air Conditioning in Resident Rooms: Yes
- Room Rate: High
- Neighborhood: Lakeshore
- Bathrooms Shared By: Room
Dimensions
- Room Dimensions: ~ 15′ 10″ x 16′ 2″
- Space Under Lofted Bed: Futon/loveseat up to 79″ wide fits under bed
- Lockable Drawer Dimensions: 32″ x 18.75″ x 3.5″
- Mattress: 36″ x 80″
Room Guides
- Phillips Hall Overview (PDF)
- Phillips Floor Plan (PDF)
- Phillips Lofting Guide (PDF)
- Phillips Heating Guide (PDF)
Events in Phillips 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:
- Bonfires
- Game Nights
- Olympics
- Craft Nights
- Devil’s Lake Trip
- PADL (Phillips and Dejope Leaders)
Find Out More
Communities in Phillips
Open House Learning Community
(One floor of Phillips Residence Hall)
All students are welcome to join and explore the diversity of the human experience through discussions on gender in contemporary media in this inclusive community.

Room Types
Double with Bath
- Features: Closet, bathroom with shower, toilet, and vanity, two beds, two bookcases, two desks, two desk chairs, two dressers, refrigerator
- Typical Dimensions: 15′ 10″ x 16′ 2″ (rooms vary in size)
*Typical room dimensions shown. Rooms vary slightly.
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Rates
The rates listed below are per resident and reflect the projected annual room & board rates in Phillips 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.