<p>What are the best private dorms for freshmen (given that one did not get in housing deposit in time) - the student in question is female from out of state. Any info on their amenities, location, and overall feel is appreciated.</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>If she is not planning to pledge a sorority, I personally like the Castilian. Very close to campus, reasonable amenities, less strict than an on campus dorm but not completely out of control. 
(Is UT no longer offering on-campus housing contracts? Even though it is late, it is worth checking.)</p>
<p>Sorority freshmen go to other private dorms, often Hardin House and Scottish Rite I think.</p>
<p>Tell her to be sure to drop in on some of the activities for the Out of State Students Association :)</p>
<p>Midwest Mom-- do you mind sharing why you prefer Castillian over Dobie or one of the other private dorms?</p>
<p>I would pick Dobie over Castillian and Towers if I were a boy. It’s as convenient as Castillian is, a little nicer, and has pretty good food.</p>
<p>If I were a girl I would pick Hardin House or SRD.</p>
<p>I loved SRD and would highly recommend it to any girl. I stayed there all 4 years.</p>
<p>I would absolutely select Castilian or Dobie over Towers. And if I were a female, I’d would absolutely select Castilian – it’s much nicer than dobie and is safer.</p>
<p>If you’re a girl, Castillian, Dobie and Towers shouldn’t even enter into your thoughts. SRD or Hardin all the way–particularly if you’re planning to rush.</p>
<p>loneranger is right about SRD and Hardin being good for girls – they are ALL-GIRLS dormitories (no males allowed). Castilian, Towers and Dobie are co-ed. Because SRD and Hardin are small, they fill up fast – Castilian, Towers and Dobie usually have rooms available even in July.</p>