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Tours

1. Residential housing tours

   • Traditional Halls

     Take a look at some of Oklahoma State's legacy halls and the newest halls of the university, the Commons.

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     1. Stout Hall

        Stout Hall is a traditional residential hall located on the southwest side of campus, near Murray Hall, Wentz Lane Garage and the OSU Greek Neighborhood. It offers a legacy residential experience with various room types, including double occupancy and private rooms. The hall features amenities such as community bathrooms with private stalls and showers, a community kitchen, free laundry facilities, resident lounges, and outdoor gathering areas with landscaped grounds.

        Built in 1948, Stout Hall retains its original architecture and character, including a large porch, formal living room, piano parlors and ornate details. It accommodates approximately 320 residents and provides a vibrant and supportive living environment for students.

        For more details, visit the Oklahoma State Hall Finder.

        For the full history of the hall, visit the Hall Namesakes page.

     2. Parker Hall

        Parker Hall at Oklahoma State University is part of the Scott-Parker-Wentz Triplex and offers traditional residential experiences for students. Built in 1962, the hall provides a variety of amenities, including community bathrooms with private stalls and showers, a community kitchen, free unlimited laundry facilities, living rooms, lounges, and a meditation room.

        It is located near the Wentz Lane Parking Garage and is close to dining options such as Central Market Place, Cafe Libro, and Roots. Parker Hall also features specialized services and programs for first-year College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology students through a dedicated Living Learning Program.

        For more details, visit the Oklahoma State Hall Finder.

        For the full history of the hall, visit the Hall Namesakes page.

     3. Wentz Hall

        Wentz Hall is a traditional residence hall located centrally on the Stillwater campus. Part of the Scott-Parker-Wentz Triplex, it offers convenient access to several dining options, the Colvin Recreation Center and University Health Services. Built in 1964, Wentz Hall features nine floors and accommodates approximately 550 residents in traditional-style rooms. Each room has essential amenities, including a bed frame and mattress, desk, dresser and built-in closet. The hall provides a comfortable living environment with community bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas.

        For more details, visit the Oklahoma State Hall Finder.

        For the full history of the hall, visit the Hall Namesakes page.

     4. Iba Hall

        Iba Hall offers traditional residential experiences with coed living arrangements, where individual rooms are same-gender. Constructed in 1967, Iba Hall features four floors and accommodates approximately 240 residents. The building includes amenities such as community bathrooms with private stalls and showers, a community kitchen, free unlimited laundry facilities, living rooms/lounges and a meditation room.

        Its central location provides easy access to various campus facilities, including the Colvin Recreation Center, Central Market Place and several academic buildings. Iba Hall continues to be a popular choice for students seeking a convenient and comfortable living environment on campus.

        For more details, visit the Oklahoma State Hall Finder.

        For the full history of the hall, visit the Hall Namesakes page.

     5. The Commons

        The University Commons Complex, which opened in 2015, offers a modified traditional living experience where small blocks of six to eight rooms share a common bathroom. It includes North, West, and South halls, with North Commons being OSU’s only all-women’s hall.

        North Commons houses 320 residents in a five-story building, with all rooms fully furnished and nine-month academic-year leases. Located near North Dining and across from the Colvin Recreation Center, University
        Commons is perfect for students who want easy access to dining, fitness facilities, and academic buildings. Boone Pickens Stadium is just a 9-minute walk, the Colvin Recreation
        Center is 4 minutes away, and Edmon Low Library is an 11-minute walk.

        For more details, visit the Oklahoma State Hall Finder.

        For the full history of the hall, visit the Hall Namesakes page.