Policies & Resources

Lofts in Residence Halls

Lofts are prohibited in all MIT residence halls except Random Hall and East Campus (residence-specific guidelines must be followed).

Mail and Package Delivery

Do not mail packages to your residence before you move in. You will be notified by the front desk when your package has been processed and is ready for pickup.

Meal Plan Policies

Meal Plan Requirements

Meal plans are required for students living in Baker House, Maseeh Hall, McCormick Hall, New Vassar, Next House, and Simmons Hall.

Mental Health for Students and Families

Minors in Residence at MIT (non-MIT students)

The following policies are in place to protect the safety and well-being of minors living in residences as authorized occupants.

MIT Health

From urgent care and appointments to prescriptions and insurance, find all the information you need about healthcare at MIT.

MIT ID Cards

MIT Student Organization Handbook

Procedures and guidelines for navigating the management of your student organization and engaging in successful student leadership at MIT.

MIT Travel

Motor Vehicles & Parking for Residence Halls

The MIT Parking and Transportation Office handles all parking-related inquiries.

Murals & Artwork in Residence Halls

Artwork (paintings, drawings, or sculptures) is an integral part of student culture in many MIT living groups.

Noise in Residence Halls

Each residence establishes its own quiet hours for resident comfort.

Personal Property & Insurance while Living on Campus

Residents are strongly encouraged to obtain insurance to cover personal property if the homeowner's insurance carried by a resident's parent/guardian does not cover their property.

Personal Wheels in Residence Halls

Residents are not allowed to block or obstruct halls, stairways, handicap ramps, or other means of access with personal wheels.

Pest Control in Residence Halls

If you believe you have seen any evidence of a rodent, insect, or other pest, in your living space or in the public spaces of residence halls, report it immediately to your house operations manager.

Policies for Non-MIT Groups

An overview of MIT’s policies on non-MIT religious groups, and what to do if you believe a group is being intrusive.

Policy and Process when MIT Mandates Leave

Postering and Chalking Policies

This policy outlines guidelines for the use of paper event posters, chalking, and other related forms of promotion.

Postering in Residence Halls

Residence hall display spaces may only be used by house residents, other MIT students, and recognized MIT student organizations following these guidelines.

Procedures for Requesting Academic Accommodations

Learn more about working with Disability and Access Services regarding the process of requesting accommodations.

Propane in Residence Halls

Propane is not allowed in residence halls.

Providing Accessible Course Material

Information on how you can provide accessible PDFs, Word and PowerPoint documents, and scanned materials to and ensure equal access for everyone participating your course.

Refrigerators in Residence Halls

Residents are permitted to keep a refrigerator in their room and in some lounges.

Request Event Equipment

Reserve the R&D Commons or Weisner Art Gallery

Residence Hall Damages

Residents are responsible for reporting any observed damage or broken items in their rooms, suites, floors, or common areas in Atlas.

Resident Hall Commercial Use

Residents are prohibited from conducting a business operations or other commercial activities from their residences.

Resources for Religious Inclusion

MIT is a wonderfully diverse place, and students may observe a wide variety of religious holidays and practices.

Responsibilities Involved in Providing Accommodations

Understand the specific roles and responsibilities that exist in ensuring students with disabilities receive appropriate accommodations at MIT.