Panola College offers on-campus housing for almost 250 students on our main campus in Carthage. Our complete residence life program gives each student an opportunity to be more engaged in the learning process, develop a sense of community, and engage in the complete college experience.
We offer two different styles of housing along with access to the fitness center, student center, sand volleyball court, campus dining, free laundry facilities, and special activities.
Important Dates
New Application
Submission begins April 4. Current residents will not be required to fill out an application for Fall 2022.
Summer Applications and Reservations
Summer residence will be housed in apartments due to the Facility Maintenance schedule.
Students will be housed in Apartments, please keep this in mind when filling out your Summer applications.
Summer 1:
Move In: Tuesday, June 1, 2022 at 9 a.m.
Move Out: Friday, July 1, 2022 at 10 a.m.
Summer 2:
Move In: Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at 9 a.m.
Move Out: Friday, August 5, 2022 at 10 a.m.
Fall 2022:
Move in Day: Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 10 a.m.-2 pm.
How to Guide: New Resident Application
*Residency is assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis according to the date on which all four steps of the application process are completed. No one, including returning students, will be assigned a bed until the entire application process is completed.
STEP 1: Complete our Online Housing Application. Be as detailed as possible; the more we know about you, the easier it is for us to get you into the best possible living situation.
STEP 2: Submit either a copy of your medical insurance card or a signed Medical Waiver.
- If you are submitting a copy of your insurance card, take a photo of the front and back of the insurance card with your smartphone. Please be sure to include the student's name and make sure the picture is clear.
Submit your document by email or regular mail:
Email: reslife@panola.edu
Mail: Residence Life
1109 W. Panola St.
Carthage, TX 75633
STEP 3: Register for classes for the upcoming full semester and provide the Residence Life Office with proof of registration (a copy of your account statement).
- Remember you must maintain a minimum of 12 hours to live on campus. Please contact the Student Services Center at 903-693-2077, if you have any questions regarding verification of registration.
STEP 4: Provide a receipt showing you have paid in full or have set up a payment plan.
- Once you have finished steps one through three, your application for housing is complete and a room will be reserved for you; however, you cannot move in without a "Paid In Full Receipt" from the business office. Once you have paid or made payment arrangements through FACTS, the business office will send you this receipt.
- If you do not have this receipt when you come to move-in, your move-in may be delayed.
Save Time! No wasted driving time (you could even sleep in a little longer.)
Save Money! Not just on gas, but on maintenance and wear and tear on your vehicle.
Free Laundry Facilities! Take advantage of our free on-site laundry facilities.
Full Meal Plan Included! Let us cook for you and save more time and money.
Join the Residence Life Family! Meet new people and make friends that will last a lifetime.
Package #1 - Student Apartments
Package #1 - Student Apartments
Price: $3,265 per semester
These facilities are capable of housing 96 students total (32 in each facility) in double occupancy rooms with bathrooms for each bedroom and a sitting room for every two bedrooms. Each room has basic cable, wireless Internet, a smoke detector, and a sprinkler system for fire safety. The sitting room in each apartment is yours to furnish and decorate. You and your roommates can use this multi-functional space as a study room or living room. This space allows you to give your residence a personal flare.
*All packages include a fully furnished bedroom (bed, dresser, desk, chair), a campus mailbox, utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi Internet, free laundry room, and 19 meals per week.
Package #2 - Sharp Hall: Traditional Style Residence Hall
Package #2 - Sharp Hall: Traditional Style Residence Hall
Price: $2,645 per semester
This facility is capable of housing 86 students in double occupancy rooms with community bathrooms. There are RAs on each floor and a full-time supervisor lives with the students. The lobby has cable television, computers, and vending machines. Each room has basic cable, wireless Internet, a smoke detector, and a sprinkler system for fire safety. This is a co-ed building with men on the first floor and women on the second.
*All packages include a fully furnished bedroom (bed, dresser, desk, chair), a campus mailbox, utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi Internet, free laundry room, and 19 meals per week.
Package #3 - Bill O'Neal Hall
Package #3 - Bill O'Neal Hall
Price: $3,365 per semester
This building is the same layout as the student apartments with a few featured upgrades. These rooms have faux wood flooring, memory foam mattresses, standing showers, and additional storage space. Each room will also have basic cable, wireless Internet, a smoke detector, and a sprinkler system for fire safety. The sitting room in each apartment is yours to furnish and decorate. You and your roommates can use this multi-functional space as a study room or living room. This space allows you to give your residence a personal flare.
*All packages include a fully furnished bedroom (bed, dresser, desk, chair), a campus mailbox, utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi Internet, free laundry room, and 19 meals per week.
Summer Housing Options
If you are taking summer classes at Panola College, consider living on our lovely campus.
May Intersession
O'Neal - $264
Apartment - $244
Sharp Hall - $144
Summer I & Summer II
Apartments - $409
O'Neal - $434
The minimum hour requirement for the semesters list above is 1 semester hour. You will have all the amenities afforded to our students during the long semesters, access to our Fitness Center, laundry facilities, utilities, basic cable, and wireless Internet.
*Room assignment subject to availability. The meal plan is currently not offered during Summer season terms.
Summer Housing for Interns
Panola College offers summer housing for interns serving a variety of industry leaders in our community. We have designed a comprehensive contract that includes a fully furnished room, all utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi, and Fitness Center access for one low rate. This contract is available from May 15 through Aug. 15. For more information, contact the Residence Life Coordinator, Katy Chance, at kchance@panola.edu.
Summer Dates
May Term Starts May 9th
Move In for May Term May 9th
Move out May 27th by 12:30 pm
Summer 1 Starts May 31st
Move In for Summer 1 May 30th
Move Out July 1st by 12:30 pm
Summer 2 Starts July 5th
Move In for Summer 2 July 5th
Move Out August 5th by 12:30 pm
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.