Painter/Whitcraft Hall

Painter/Whitcraft is located within the nine-story Studebaker West complex. This residence hall, which houses 450 students, offers several amenities including a fitness center, a large computer lab/technology center, advanced laundry facilities that use card readers, and air conditioning throughout the building. 

Rooms

Rates for each hall vary depending on the type of meal plan you select and the room type selected.

Rates for Residence Hall 1 and 2 will be posted as soon as they are approved by the Ball State Board of Trustees.

See all of our rates and plans.

* Single use of a double room or suite or apartment is available only when space permits.

Amenities

Facilities

• game room
• music room
• computer lab
• fitness room
• lounges

Furniture

• desk
• chair
• bed
• wardrobe
• dresser
• trash can

Technology

• wireless Internet
• wired Internet
• PCs (in Computer Lab)
• Macs (in Computer Lab)
• printer (in Computer Lab)

Dining

• Micro Cafe
• Noyer Centre (nearby)

More Services and Accommodations

On top of the many amenities we provide, we strive to serve all students, including students who are transgender, those with disabilities, and students of any age. Learn more.

Social Sciences Living-Learning Community

Opportunities

• Engage in activities that promote academic achievement like outside tutoring and study nights
• Participate in community events to learn about the different careers associated with the fields of criminal justice and criminology, psychology, political science, sociology, and social work
• Interact with faculty outside the classroom through field trips, panels, and programs
• Develop leadership and interpersonal skills through involvement in student organizations and activities (both within and outside of the living-learning community)
• Network with faculty, upper-level students, advisors, and professionals