Grinnell-in-Washington, D.C.

Thompson-Markward Hall (YWCH- Young Woman's Christian Home)
YWCH Thompson Markward Hall is open to all women, regardless of religious background. YWCH is in a beautiful brick mansion located directly east of the the Capitol. All 150 residents of YWCH have single rooms. Students do share bathrooms, living spaces, courtyard, and the library, in addition to the one computer available for student use. YCWH has a cafeteria and provides breakfast and dinner. This cost is included in the cost of housing. The student lounges have refrigerators for food storage so that students can buy groceries for lunch. The Young Woman's Christian Home is a special place, suitable for students interested in respecting the rules that help to create and maintain the open and accepting community. Please see their website for more information and an application: http://www.ywch.org.
Photos courtesy of Anne Geissinger.