Each floor includes four, four-person suites and three 'premium' two-person rooms. Towers West boasts spacious rooms and a walk-in closet. Four-person suites are made up of two, two-person rooms joined by a shared bathroom with double sinks. ‘Premium’ two-person rooms also have a private bathroom and offer even more spacious living.
Each room comes furnished with a bed, desk, and chair for each student and shared closet space. Students on each floor share access to a laundry room, kitchenette, and lounge area. The lounge has a television, comfortable furniture, and a microwave.
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Four-Person Suite: Two Double Rooms -
Premium 2-Person Suite: One Double Room
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Floor Lounge
Towers West Specifications
Four-Person Suite, Double Rooms
| Room Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Room (approximate measurements) | 11'6"W x 15'L x 9'6"H |
| ADA Compliant Rooms* (approximate measurements) | 20'10"W x 15'2"L x 9'6"H |
| Window: one per room | 60"H x 43.5"W |
| Desktop Measurements | 42"H x 24"W |
| ADA Compliant Rooms* Desktop Measurements | 42"L x 24"W |
| Freestanding 3-drawer dresser: drawers are approximately 5 ½” D | 36"W x 20"D x 30"H |
| Room Outlets | 5 double outlets |
| Bathroom Outlets | 2 double outlets |
| Built-in Closet from the floor to the height of the closet rod: a shelf above the closet rod provides additional storage. | 75"W x 54"D x 87"H |
| ADA-Compliant Rooms* Built-in Closet from the floor to the height of the closet rod: a shelf above the closet rod provides additional storage. | x07: 70"W x 58"D x 69.5"H |
| Bathroom | 9'6"L x 8'4"W x 9'6"H |
| Mattress size: extra-long twin, with loft kit | 38"W x 80"L |
| Storage beneath the bed (approximate measurements): when the bed is on the highest rung without lofting | 80"L x 39"D x 33"H |
| Space under sink | 22"H x 18.5"D x 22.5"W |
Premium Double Rooms
| Room Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| ADA Compliant Room* (approximate measurements) | 21'6"W x 15'8"L x 9'6"H |
| Corner Room** (approximate measurements) | 21'1"W x 15'4"L x 9'6"H |
| Window: two per room | 60.5"H x 43.5"W |
| Desktop Measurements | 42"H x 24"W |
| ADA Compliant Rooms* Desktop Measurements | 42"L x 24"W |
| Freestanding 3-drawer dresser: drawers are approximately 5.5" tall. | 36"W x 20"D x 30"H |
| Room Outlets | 5 double outlets |
| Bathroom Outlets | 2 double outlets |
| Built-in closet from the floor to the height of the closet rod: a shelf above the rod provides additional storage. | 76.5"W x 53.75"D x 69.5"H |
| Corner Room** Built-in Closet from the floor to the height of the closet rod: a shelf above the closet rod provides additional storage. | 48.5"W x 23"D x 69.5"H |
| Bathroom | 8'6"L x 4'5"W x 9'6"H |
| ADA Compliant Bathroom* | 8'4"L x 3'11"W |
| Mattress size: extra-long twin, with loft kit | 80"L x 38"W |
| Storage beneath the bed (approximate measurements): when the bed is on the highest rung without lofting | 80"L x 39"D x 33"H |
| Space under sink | 22"H x 18.5"D x 22.5"W |
*Rooms 207, 307, and 407 have ADA accommodations and have slightly smaller bedrooms and larger bathrooms
**Rooms x02 and x12 are corner doubles
Towers West Amenities
Room and Floor Amenities
- Bathroom: Shared double sinks are accessible outside of the room, along with a toilet and shower.
- Floor lounge: seating, TV, and microwave
- Floor bathroom and bathtub
- Internet: LAN (1 per student) and Wi-Fi
- Kitchenette (each floor)
- Laundry (each floor)
- Room furniture: bed, desk, chair, and dresser
- Walk-in closet
- Tile Flooring
Towers West Hall
- Community kitchen (first floor)
- Program lounge (first floor)
- Vending and ice machines (first floor)
Towers Complex
- 24-hour customer service desk
- Dining options: Towers Landing and Rowdy’s
- eSports Arena
- Study room
What’s nearby
- Academic buildings
- Campus Health Clinic
- Recreation fields
- Student Recreation Center
- Show Me Center
- International Services
Quick Facts
- Located in Towers Complex on North Campus
- Capacity: 252 students
- Hall Type: suite-style, shared bath/shower (cleaned by resident)
- 11 floors, 11 rooms per floor
Mailing Address
Student Name
Towers West Room #
1000 Towers Circle
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2024-2025 Residence Hall Rates
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RESIDENCE HALL |
SEMESTER RATE |
ACADEMIC RATE |
PRIVATE ROOM SEMESTER RATE |
PRIVATE ROOM ACADEMIC RATE |
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Towers East (2-5) and South (8-11) Doubles |
$3100 |
$6200 |
$4650 |
$9300 |
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Greek/Group Singles |
$3925 |
$7850 |
N/A |
N/A |
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Towers East (6-12) and South (2-7, and 12) Singles |
$3925 |
$7850 |
N/A |
N/A |
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Towers North and West, Merick Doubles |
$3925 |
S7850 |
$5887.50 |
$11,775 |
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LaFerla and Vandiver Doubles (Special Interest Housing) |
$4000 |
$8000 |
$6000 |
$12,000 |
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Dobbins River Campus Center Doubles (Visual and Performing Arts Special Interest Only) |
$4125 |
$8250 |
N/A |
N/A |
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Towers North and West Premium Doubles (Private Bathroom) |
$4425 |
$8850 |
$6637.50 |
$13,275 |
RHA Fee
$15 per semester
The RHA fee serves multiple purposes. $7.30 goes to fund all the activities of the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH). These student leadership organizations provide programming, conference attendance, and leadership development opportunities to our on-campus residents. $5.00 goes to support safety and security in the residence halls. These funds assist the Office of Residence Life in expanding keycard access to exterior doors of residence halls, installing cameras at residence hall entrances, and maintaining that equipment. $2.70 funds the programming provided by the Resident Assistants (RAs) in each of our residence halls. This money supports community development and educational programming provided throughout the residence halls during the year.
Technology Fee
$30 per semester
The technology fee is used to support the technology needs of each of the residence halls. This money supports the wireless and LAN networks in the student rooms, lounges, and throughout the residence halls. Funds are used to maintain and upgrade equipment, pay licensing or renewal fees, and maintain the software available to students within the residence halls.
Dining
While you’re here, you won’t be stuck eating mac and cheese (unless that’s what you want). Find tons of dining across campus including options that cater to your dietary needs, so you won’t have to sacrifice quality or nutrition for convenience. Plus, you’ll dine with a clear conscience—learn about our sustainability efforts and eco-friendly packaging. Explore our dining options and select the meal plan that’s right for you.
One University Plaza, MS 0055
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701