A home away from home: insideMaryville College’s residence halls
Beeson Village offers the closest thing to off-campus living without leaving campus. Full apartments with kitchens, shared courtyards, and plenty of space make it a top pick for upperclassmen craving independence. The trade-off? It’s reserved exclusively for juniors and seniors who meet eligibility requirements, so underclassmen need not apply.
Students have transformed this Beeson common room into a cozy home away from home, complete with MC pennants and Scots pride decorating the walls.
A puzzle-in-progress takes over the dining table in Beeson’s common area, a testament to the relaxed, community-driven atmosphere residents enjoy.
The fully equipped Beeson kitchen gives residents everything they need to cook and gather, from a full-sized stove and refrigerator to plenty of cabinet storage.
A lofted bed, gaming setup, and walls covered in posters reflect the personalized sanctuary that Beeson residents create within their private, single rooms.
Carnegie’s suite-style rooms and coveted single-room options make it a suitable option among upperclassmen looking for a little more privacy. Its historic parlor is a charming bonus, a great spot to study or hang out. On the downside, not all suites come with kitchens, so cooking options can be hit or miss depending on your room assignment.
Warm string lights and vinyl records give this Carnegie double room a distinctly cozy, artistic personality.
A Carnegie bedroom, which leads into the shared kitchen space, offers a glimpse into campus life with two students sharing the space and claiming their own corner of comfort.
Lloyd’s four-person suites come fully furnished with two bathrooms, a dining table, and floor lounges with kitchens, making it one of the more social and well-equipped halls on campus. Since it opened in 2003, it’s been a reliable housing option for numerous students. The main drawback is that with so many residents packed into suite-style living, privacy can sometimes be hard to come by.
Lloyd’s suite-style kitchenette and dining area provide residents a communal hub for meals, study sessions, and late-night snacks.
Bright posters and cozy couches made this Lloyd common living room a welcoming gathering spot for residents to unwind between classes.
Two Lloyd residents have turned their shared room into a cheerful, personalized retreat — from inspirational wall art to color-coordinated bedding.Gibson mirrors Lloyd’s layout but adds a unique wellness component — all residents must abstain from tobacco and alcohol while living there. For students who value a quieter, health-conscious environment, that’s a major plus. For those who prefer fewer restrictions on their lifestyle, it may be a dealbreaker.
The dorm you live in shapes more than just your commute to class; it shapes your college experience. A late-night puzzle session in Beeson, a vinyl record spinning in a Carnegie suite, a crowded couch in Lloyd’s common room, these are the moments that stick with you long after graduation day. Maryville College’s residence halls may differ in age, style, and amenities, but they all share one thing in common: the people inside them. No matter which hall you call home, the walls around you will witness friendships formed, all-nighters survived, and memories made that no floor plan could ever fully capture.