The Honors Living-Learning Community
What’s the best way to ensure success in college? Surround yourself with the right people!
That’s where the Honors College comes in. Our community will be there to motivate you when you need a challenge and support you when you need a pick-me-up. And we’ll also be there to celebrate your many successes!
More than just a dorm
The Honors College dorm is more than just a residence hall. It’s the home base for the Honors College living-learning community.
Discover Berry Hall
Joe E. Berry Residence Hall
The Honors College Living-Learning Community is located on the first three floors of Joe E. Berry Residence Hall. With Berry Hall as the home base for your college experience, you’ll...
- Meet new people and form meaningful friendships from day one.
- Rely on a welcoming community with a built-in support structure.
- Have 24/7 access to our first-floor learning center with its private study spaces, communal lounges, and public kitchen.
- Attend class in one of the Honors-dedicated classrooms.
- Walk to most places on campus within minutes.
Priority Housing for Honors Students
Your first year in college sets the foundation for future success. That’s why we encourage all incoming Honors College students to live in Berry Hall as part of our Honors living/learning community.
Admitted to the Honors College? You’ll receive priority placement to select Berry Hall as your residence hall! Incoming students in both the General Honors College and the University Honors Program live together as part of our Honors Living/Learning Community.
Learn More About Priority HousingThe feeling of community within Honors is unmatched. You always have an amazing support system to turn to, whether it's your peers or the faculty.
Courtney Smith, Political Science and Communications double major
A Four-Year Community
The Honors College community doesn’t end after you’ve moved out of Berry Hall. You’ll continue to receive support throughout your four years at the College.
And if you’re looking for connection outside the classroom, there are plenty of ways to get involved with other Honors College students throughout the year.
- Student activities like art nights and cook-offs.
- Free tickets to events around Charleston through the Honors Signature Series.
- An annual scavenger hunt across downtown Charleston.
- Honors College Field Day, a friendly competition among each class of Honors College students.
- A senior boat cruise in Charleston Harbor for graduating Honors College students.