Students who prefer to live in a section where quiet standards are maintained, should request a quiet floor on their application form. While regular floors are less strict on quiet regulations, there are designated quiet hours for studying. All students of Paton College are required to purchase a meal plan as a condition of residency. Special diets may be arranged for students with medical conditions provided they have proper documentation. Mail service is available to all residents.
Students are responsible for their own personal items, such as soap, towels, and linens.
Most houses are connected to an extensive underground tunnel system that allows students access to most of the university's facilities. Each house has a television room, computer room, study lounge, games room, and laundry facilities. Several residences also have exercise and weight rooms, furnished guest lounges, and snack canteens. Pay telephones are available on each floor or students may make arrangements to have their own phone installed. This fee is non-refundable and will not be credited to the applicant's financial account.