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UNCW Dorm Crisis Hits 2026 | Wilmington News
UNCW’s dorm shortage is back, with just 5,255 beds available for 2026-2027—130 students short of the needed capacity. Overflow housing, used for four straight years, means study lounges and overcrowded rooms, leaving students disappointed on move-in day. The university’s student population has surged, especially out-of-state, even earning a hefty fine from the UNC System. Construction on the new Hammerhead Hall is underway but won’t be ready until August 2027—so for now, overflow stays the norm. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise…
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