Forbes Hall

3525 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 | View Map
Forbes Hall
Student Population: First Year
Room Type: Double
Housing Type: On Campus Housing, First Year Housing

Details

​About this Community:

Type: Residence Hall  
Address:  3525 Forbes Avenue,  Pittsburgh, PA 15213 
Capacity: Houses 267 students across 6 floors 
Who Lives Here: First year and Swanson School of Engineering Living Learning Community (LLC) students.
Mail: Student mail center is located in the lobby of Forbes Hall. 
Meal Plan Options:  Choose Meal Plan Here
Community Type: Single Gender or Gender Inclusive Housing by Room/Wing

 

 

Room Types and Information:

Room Types: Double rooms with some of them having semi-private adjoining bathrooms.

Amenities:

In-Room Amenities (* subject to change based on room):

  • Window Blinds
  • Twin Bed (XL)
  • Dresser
  • Desk
  • Desk Chair
  • *Wardrobe/Closet
  • Trash and Recycling Receptacle

Amenities on Each Floor:

  • Laundry
  • Kitchenette
  • Study Rooms

Building Amenities:

  • Rooftop patio overlooking Forbes Avenue

 

Building Sustainability Features

  • Low water consumption residence hall.
  • Patio renovated in 2024 with native plantings that reduce urban heat and capture stormwater.

 

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Room Information

Floor Plan

Typical Floors 3–6 View Full Size
Green Roof View Full Size