Welcome to LaFerla Hall, the spot where comfort, community, and a whole lot of fearless energy come together.
Donald G. and Gloria King LaFerla Hall sits on the north side of campus, just a short walk from the Student Recreation Center, classrooms, and Towers. LaFerla's rooms are suite-style, with two-person rooms, double sinks, and separate bathroom and shower spaces. Fully furnished rooms make moving in a breeze, but still give you space to make them your own.
If you're interested in spaces that give plenty of opportunity for building your community, LaFerla has a lot to offer. There are small lounges for late-night talks, a game room for unwinding after classes, a kitchen for shared meals, and study lounges on every floor. Several of SEMO's Special Interest Housing Communities also call LaFerla home.
Take a virtual tour and see how LaFerla Hall helps you set your roots and build your community at SEMO.
Take a closer look at LaFerla Hall
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This is an example of a student room; some rooms will have a slightly different layout.
Hall Specifications
| Four-person suite room item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Room (approximate measurements) | 10'9"W x 17'5"L x 10'H |
| Window: two (side-by-side) per room | 3'4"W x 6'6"H |
| Desktop | 36"L x 24"W |
| Freestanding 3-drawer dresser: drawers are approximately 5.5" tall. | 30"W x 30"H x 24"D |
| Bedroom Outlets | 4 quad outlets |
| Bathroom Outlets | 2 double outlets |
| Built-in closet from the floor to the height of the closet rod: a shelf above the rod provides additional storage. | 35.75"W x 26.5"D x 63.5"D |
| Mattress size: extra-long twin, with loft kit | 80"L x 38"W |
| Storage beneath the bed (approximate measurements): when the bed is on the highest rung without lofting | 80"L x 39"D x 33"H |
| Space under sink | 27"W x 24"H x 20"D |
Amenities
Room and Floor
- Bathroom: shared double sinks accessible outside of bathroom and shower rooms
- Built-in closet
- Community kitchen (in-floor lounge)
- Floor lounge: seating, TV, and kitchen
- Internet: LAN (1 per student) and Wi-Fi
- Room furniture: bed, desk, chair, and dresser
- Study rooms
- Carpeted Flooring
LaFerla Hall
- Customer service desk
- Laundry (first floor)
- Program lounge: seating, kitchen, game area (first floor)
- Vending and ice machines (first floor)
What’s nearby
- Academic buildings
- Restaurants
- Student Recreation Center
- Show Me Center
- Towers Complex
Special Interest Housing Communities*
- Agriculture-2nd Floor
- Business- 3rd Floor
- Business Plus- 3rd Floor
- Cyberhawks- 4th Floor
- Technology Hawks-4th Floor
- Tomorrow's Teachers- 2nd Floor
*Application approval required
Quick Facts
- Located on North Campus
- Capacity: 252 students
- Hall Type: suite-style, shared bath/shower (cleaned by resident)
- Room Types: doubles
- 4 floors, 7 wings, 1 RA per wing
Mailing Address
Student Name
LaFerla Hall Room #
982 Greek Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2025/2026 Residence Hall Rates
| RESIDENCE HALL | SEMESTER RATE | ACADEMIC Year RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Towers East and South Doubles (Community Style) | $3225 | $6450 |
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$4075 | $8150 |
| LaFerla and Vandiver Doubles (Suite Style) | $4150 | $8300 |
| Dobbins River Campus Center Doubles (Visual and Performing Arts Special Interest Only) | $4275 | $8550 |
| Towers North and West Premium Doubles (Private Bathroom) | $4500 | $9000 |
RHA Fee
$15 per semester
Your RHA fee supports student leadership, safety, and community programming:
- $7.30 → Funds activities for Residence Hall Association (RHA), including leadership development and conferences
- $5.00 → Supports safety and security upgrades like keycard access and cameras
- $2.70 → Funds Resident Assistant (RA) programming for community-building and educational events
Technology Fee
$30 per semester
This fee ensures reliable technology in the residence halls:
- Supports wireless and LAN networks in rooms and lounges
- Covers equipment maintenance, upgrades, and software licensing
Dining at SEMO: Eat Well
Living on SEMO's campus means you'll never be far from a good meal. By choosing a campus meal plan, you'll have access to every dining spot on campus. So no ramen nights unless that's your thing. You'll have fresh, flexible options as well as choices that fit your specific dietary needs. You'll eat well without giving up convenience. You can also feel good about what's on your plate with SEMO's commitment to sustainability. Explore our dining choices and find the meal plan that fits you best.
One University Plaza, MS 0055
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701