This study aimed to identify and analyze the personal, social, and academic impacts perceived by the residents of a college residence hall and the conditions associated with such impacts. A total of 32 interviews were conducted with male and female undergraduates living in eight residence halls with links to two public universities in Bahia, Brazil. By analyzing the contents of the interviews, a relationship was found between the impacts on students in the investigated areas and the present living conditions of student housing. Despite the predominant verbalization of positive impacts, those rated as negative were also significant. Therefore, the contribution of living in a residence hall to the enrichment of the academic experience is confirmed. The findings also highlight the importance of investing in such living spaces, particularly concerning certain structural aspects that can help reduce difficulties faced by the residents. Furthermore, effective measures, taking into account all of the formative potential of these living spaces, are warranted.
Academic Experience; College Student; Higher Education; Psychology, Educational