Housing & Residence Life
Amenities
Your Housing Needs
Comfortable Living with Modern Amenities
At Elizabeth City State University, our residence halls are designed to provide a comfortable, convenient, and connected living experience. Each housing community offers modern amenities that support student success, safety, and everyday comfort.
Across all residence halls, students enjoy:
- Air conditioning
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Key card access for enhanced security
- Handicap-accessible facilities
- On-site laundry facilities
- Access to academic and social spaces such as computer labs, community kitchens, game rooms, and meeting areas (varies by hall) [ecsu.edu]
Many residence halls also feature upgraded conveniences like smart lockers, fully furnished kitchens, and community gathering spaces to foster engagement and community living.
Laundry Services Included
Laundry is simple, convenient, and included in your housing costs—no coins or payment required. All residence halls and university apartments are equipped with modern, high-efficiency washing and drying machines, making it easy to keep up with your laundry routine.
Smart Laundry Technology
Students can take advantage of an online laundry monitoring system to check machine availability and status in real time.
- View which washers and dryers are available
- Track when your cycle is complete
- Receive optional text notifications when laundry is ready
This system is accessible via web or through the Speed Queen Insights mobile app for both iOS and Android devices.
Efficient & Eco-Friendly Equipment
Our laundry rooms feature Energy Star-rated, high-efficiency machines designed to:
- Clean clothes effectively
- Handle larger loads
- Use less water and energy
For best results, students are encouraged to use a small amount of high-efficiency (HE) detergent.
Maintenance & Support
If a washer or dryer is not working properly, help is quick and easy:
- Scan the QR code on the machine to submit a service request
- Submit a request online
- Call customer support for immediate assistance
These options ensure that issues are resolved promptly so you can get back to your day.
Designed for Student Life
From well-equipped laundry facilities to modern amenities in every residence hall, ECSU housing is built to support your daily routine and enhance your campus experience.
Check your laundry status
- Speed Queen Insights is an online laundry monitor that allows you to check the status of machines at any time.
- Speed Queen Insights also offers text alerts. Laundry machines will send a message notification to users when the wash/dry cycle is complete.
- Access Speed Queen Insights via app: Apple Store (iPhone App) or Google Play (Android App).
Frequently Asked Questions
Issues with a washer or dryer?
- Smartphone users can scan Caldwell & Gregory’s Service Ability QR code on the machine and instantly submit a service request.
- Make a service request online to contact dispatch directly and quickly resolve issues.
- Call (800) 927-9274 to speak with a customer service representative.
What’s so great about high-efficiency machines?
Energy Star rated high-efficiency machines clean effectively and save the environment. High-efficiency, front-loading machines have a larger capacity for more clothes and use less water than conventional laundry equipment.
Do high-efficiency machines require special instructions?
For best results in high-efficiency machines, use only two tablespoons of concentrated HE detergent.