Towers East and South are the places you move in, meet your people, and instantly feel part of something bigger.

A lot of SEMO stories really begin at Towers East and South. These halls make it easy to meet people, kickstart campus life, and build friendships that become your community long after your first year.

Towers East and South have gender-specific floors with community-style living in double or single rooms. Each floor shares a bathroom and shower space with private stalls. Your room will have all the essentials: a bed, desk, chair, clothing storage, and your own sink. 

Want to hang out with friends? Every floor has a cozy lounge with a TV, microwave, and plenty of space to study, chill, or just hang out and visit.

Take a virtual tour and get a feel for your home on campus in Towers East and South.

Towers South Specifications

Room Item Specifications
Room (approximate measurements)  11'W x 16'L x 9'6"H 
Window  61"H x 43"W 
Desktop  36"L x 24"W 
Shared built-in 8-drawer dresser: drawers are approximately 4" tall.  28.5"W x 24"D x 49"H 
Outlets 4 double outlets 
1 single outlet 
Built-in closets with shelf and hanging rod: hanging space from rod to floor  31.5"W x 35"D x 64"H 
Wardrobes with shelf and hanging rod: hanging space from rod to floor.* 34.5"W x 21.75"D x 54"H 
Mattress size: extra-long twin  80"L x 38"W 
Storage beneath the bed (approximate measurements): on the highest rung without lofting  80"L x 39"D x 33"H 
Space under sink  26"W x 23"D x 21"H 

*only in rooms without built-in closets

Towers South Amenities

Room and Floor Amenities

  • Bathroom: communal bathroom and shower room
  • Built-in clothing storage 
  • Floor lounge: seating, TV, and microwave 
  • Internet: LAN (1 per student) and Wi-Fi 
  • Room furniture: desk, chair, and bed
  • Sink (each room) 
  • Tile Flooring

Towers South Hall 

  • Community kitchen (first floor) 
  • Laundry (first floor) 
  • Program lounge (first floor) 
  • Vending and ice machines (first floor) 

Towers Complex 

  • 24-hour customer service desk
  • Dining options: Towers Landing and Rowdy’s 
  • eSports Arena
  • Study room

What’s nearby 

  • Academic buildings 
  • Campus Health Clinic
  • Recreation fields 
  • Student Recreation Center 
  • Show Me Center 
  • International Services

Quick Facts

  • Located in Towers Complex on North Campus 
  • Capacity: 266 students 
  • Hall Type: community style, floor shares bath/shower rooms 
  • Room Types: double and single rooms
  • 11 floors, 17-18 rooms per floor
  • Restrooms cleaned professionally 

Mailing Address

Student Name 
Towers South Room # 
1000 Towers Circle 
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
  • Towers East and South Singles (Community Style)
  • Group Singles (Community Style)
  • Towers North and West Doubles (Suite Style)
  • Merick Doubles (Suite Style)
$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.

Phone
Location
Office
Towers Complex 102
Mailing Address

One University Plaza, MS 0055
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701