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Entrance

The George Washington Residence is located one block from SVA's Main Building.
Communal Kitchen

The Communal Kitchen is located in the Solarium, connected to the Community Room. There are a stoves, convection ovens, microwaves, toaster ovens, and other various appliances for students to use.
Renovated Single Room

Floors 8 - 17 are renovated floors with updated bathroom fixtures, furniture, and flooring.
Renovated Single Room

Single rooms are 8 x 10' on average. They come fully furnished, including an air conditioner and mini-refrigerator.
Small Single Room

Small Singles are 6 x 8' and have lofted beds to accommodate a larger living area for the residents. Each room is fully furnished and has a private bathroom.
Private Bathrooms

At the George Washington, each room has its own private bathroom. Students living in a double share the private bathroom.
Solarium

The Solarium is located on the top floor of the George Washington, and is a place where students can relax, enjoy a meal, study, or work on projects.
Room Layouts
Community kitchen

The community kitchen is equipped with a stove, microwave ovens, convection ovens, and a toaster oven. Many residents use the kitchen to prepare meals and snacks!
Laundry facilities

The George Washington Residence laundry facilities are located on the 3rd floor. The machines are card operated. Cards can be purchased on site.
Student Affairs and International Student Office

The George Washington Residence Mezzanine houses the International Student Office and Office of Student Affairs which includes the office of Residence Life, Disability Services, Health and Counseling Services, and Student Activities.

The George Washington Residence houses the largest population of SVA students. Located a block away from the Main Building, it makes navigating through SVA's urban campus simple. The George Washington Residence is located in the Flatiron neighborhood of New York City, perfect for sightseeing, shopping, dining, and nightlife. It is conveniently located to several subway and bus lines.

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Building Amenities

The George Washington Residence Hall is SVA's largest traditional-style residence hall, housing 530 SVA students. Once called the George Washington Hotel, this historic building built in the 1930, was once occupied by many famous writers, musicians, and poets including W. H. Auden and Christopher Isherwood. It was also the original drafting place for the World Trade Center, designed by Minoru Yamasaki in the late 1960.

24-hour security
Laundry Facilities
Free WiFi and high-speed Internet
Free Cable TV
Community room with TV and DVD player
Communal Kitchen
Vending machines
City views
Elevators
Mail area
Live-in student and professional staff

Room Amenities

The George Washington Residence has several room options, Small Single, Single, and Double rooms. On average, Single rooms are 8 x 10', Small Singles are 6 x 8', and Double rooms are 16 x 20'. Small singles, and some Single and Double rooms, have lofted beds to accommodate a larger living area for the residents. Each room is fully furnished and has a private bathroom. Floors 8 - 17 are renovated floors with updated bathroom fixtures, furniture, and flooring.

Twin bed with matress
Desk and chair
Closet and 4 dresser drawers
Storage cabinet
Mini-refridgerator
Window air conditioning
Radiator heater
Overhead Lighting
Windows with privacy shades
Cable and Ethernet Port connections
Smoke and Carbon monoxide detectors
Private bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and mirrored medicine cabinet

Rates

2013-2014 RATES

Small Single	$11,050.00
Small Single Renovated	$12,400.00
Single	$12,600.00
Single Renovated	$13,950.00
Double	$10,500.00
Double Renovated	$11,850.00

All rates are per person and for the full academic year.

Downloads

George Washington Floor Plan
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