Physical Accessibility


The MIT Campus Accessibility Map is a map prepared by the MIT Planning Office. Copies are available in our office (Room 5-104) and the main MIT Events and Information Center (Room 7-121).

This map of the MIT campus details recommended routes for individuals with mobility disabilities, including the locations of curb cuts, ramps, and accessible restrooms and entrances to buildings on the MIT campus. The guide is one of a series of steps being taken to make the MIT campus accessible to persons with disabilities. Since it is not practical to show either all existing architectural barriers or all possible routes, this map addresses the overall accessibility of the MIT campus. Although this guide deals with the general needs of the temporarily or permanently disabled, MIT is prepared to respond to the special needs of individuals.

 

Access at MIT

Library Services

The MIT Libraries are committed to ensuring persons with disabilities have access to all of our resources. Assistance retrieving items from the stacks can be requested at any MIT Libraries service desk and most items can be requested in advance for pickup at any services desk using the Your Account service. Qualified students with disabilities may specify a "Designated Borrower" to borrow materials on their behalf by contacting Disability and Access Services (DAS) who will assist in obtaining this privilege from the Libraries. The libraries are equipped with assistive equipment and software for persons with disabilities. For more information regarding access to MIT Libraries materials and services call 617-253-5671 or email circulation [at] mit.edu.

Parking

MIT students can request on-campus parking privileges through MIT Parking and Transportation. Through this process, students are assigned parking permits for specific zones. Please see the Parking and Transportation Office for detailed information, as well as information on accessible parking spaces. Students who wish to request disability-related accommodations as they pertain to parking must engage both the Parking and Transportation Office procedure and the DAS procedure. Contact us at das-student@mit.edu for assistance. Staff and visitors should contact Human Resources Disability Services and Medical Leaves Office.

MIT Health

MIT Health staffs a wide range of medical specialists for the MIT community.  If you are seeking services, please contact MIT Health directly.  General appointments: 617-253-4481, or TTY: 617-258-0656. If the situation is potentially life-threatening and you are on the MIT campus, dial 100 from any campus telephone. Campus Police will provide ambulance service to MIT Health or a nearby acute care hospital. If the need is urgent but not life-threatening, call MIT Health's Urgent Care Line for advice, 617-253-1311 (voice/TTY) during their office hours. Otherwise, call the general MIT Health phone number at 617-253-4481. Urgent Care Hours are M-F, 8 am to 8 pm; Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. All patients must call the Urgent Care line before they can be seen.

Snow Removal

If additional snow removal is needed, contact the Facilities Customer Service Center at 617-253-4948 or dof-csc [at] mit.edu. Their office is in Building 7-019. The Customer Service Center representatives are available to assist the community from Monday through Friday 7 AM to 4:30 PM.

Transportation: Medical Necessity

Under extraordinary circumstances and when deemed appropriate by DAS and Campus Police, people with medical circumstances may be provided medical transports for up to a four (4) week period. During the this time of transports, the MIT Campus Police will provide up to one (1) round trips within one day. [In cases where the medical needs of the person with a disability might extend for a short period of time beyond the four-week period, DAS will conduct a case review and advise Campus Police if there are special needs.] Contact DAS for eligibility information, 5-104, (617) 253-1674.

Transportation - Campus-Wide

The Parking and Transportation Office operates MIT's campus shuttle service known as the TECH Shuttle. This service is free and available to all members of the MIT community. The TECH shuttle service employs accessible vehicles.

Architectural Barriers

If you encounter any barriers or have any requirements or recommendations relating to the physical environment, contact the Environmental Health and Safety Office (N52-496, 617-452-3477), Facilities (NE49-2300, 617-258-7011), or Disability and Access Services (DAS) staff (5-104, 617-253-1674).

Locked Doors and Keyed Entry

Some doors are locked after 6 pm and on weekends. For entry information, contact MIT police, W89, (general business number) 617-253-2996.

All inquiries are welcome at das-student [at] mit.edu.