Sadly, at this time we do not know that answer. What I can tell you is Barton rooms with suite bathrooms are slightly smaller than those with hall bathrooms, but in general Barton has large rooms.
I am not sure about what I will major in, maybe math, or engineering. So the problem is if I apply as a math major, is it possible to switch to engineering during the first or second semester?
This website is not for RPI questions in general, that is what the class Facebook group is for. But switching majors at RPI is in general pretty easy. You have to keep in mind the later you switch majors, the higher the chance you have to stay for an extra semester or two to catch up on the work you missed.
Is it possible to have a full size bed in the stacwyck apartments? and if so would i need to provide my own bed frame as well as the bed?
The size of Stack rooms is not big enough for a full size bed unless you have nothing else in the room but your bed (not recommended).
Do you have a pro/con list to living in Quad vs. one of the Freshman Five?
A few things:
1. For the 2015-2016 school year freshman are not being offered a place to live in Quad, so the comparison is a moot point if only comparing to the Freshman Five.
2. Please check out the RPI Class of 201X Facebook group that has a pro and con list.
3. Please search on this website or use the tags to find previous pros and cons.
How high are the spaces under the beds in Nugent? Are the beds adjustable in height without lofting like some of the other dorms? Wondering how big of a trunk I can fit under the bed.
Nugent and Davison have the older beds that do not have the adjustable heights like the Freshman Five. I do not know the measurements of how high they go, but I believe it is somewhere between 2-3 feet. If you go to SO, check then because you stay in Davison and Nugent.
My son just received his housing assignment at Hall Hall. Is it possible to go visit RPI and see one of the 3rd floor rooms at Hall Hall during this summer vacation? Thank you.
This would be a question you can ask Admissions and / or Res Life. If you visit you can ask for a residence hall tour of the Freshman Five, but it may not be Hall Hall. Keep in mind the Freshman Five are all identical except for the suites on the first floor, which does not apply to you. Furthermore, you can check out the pictures of the Freshman Five on our website to get a good idea of what the room can look like.
What exactly do the Blitman bathrooms look like? Tub or shower?
Blitman used to be an old hotel so each room has its own bathroom. They have one sink, one toilet and one tub.
I was wondering if Bryckwyck rooms usually go quickly in the lottery? Trying to decide if I can count on them or not.
Sadly we are unable to determine this. Every year is different and with more people in the lottery each year due to increased attendance at RPI, it is hard to answer this.
In Davison Hall how do you know which side is yours?
Just like any other dorm room, it is up to the roommates to decide who gets what side.
How big are the bathrooms in Hall Hall?
They are the same sized bathrooms as all of the other Freshman Five. Between the toilets, sinks and showers, they take up the size of two dorm rooms. When you first walk into the room you will have stalls (for women there are 5, this may be different than men), then you walk through a doorway and you have 5 sinks and 5 showers.
I’m a incoming freshman and I’m interested in Nugent hall. May I get a few picture that shows the room and its structure, the privacy wall in the center of the room, and the bathroom? I would really appreciate it.
If you look at the tab “Room Photos” and then “Davison and Nugent Hall” you will find almost all of the pictures you are looking for. Sadly, we do not have pictures of the bathroom but the setup is sink in the room, door to the bathroom (lockable), toilet, shower, door to suite room (lockable), sink in room.
Room Pictures Needed!
We are looking for new pictures to update RPIrooms.com! If you would like to take pictures of you room, tell us where it is located and the type of room (double, triple, suite, etc.) that would be fantastic! You can check out the current rooms online to see how the pictures are typically shown. Please send the photos to blackr2@rpi.edu!! Thanks so much
Does Barton already have a loft bed in the triple rooms or do I need to order one from the 3rd party company?
No you do not need to order your bed to be lofted, they already are.
Hello, I’m planning on majoring in CSE and I’m in the market for a new calculator. Should I get a Ti-89 or are they banned on tests? I want a sufficient calculator but I don’t want to waste my money on something I can’t use on tests.
It would be best to ask an upperclassmen in your major.
I would like to live in quad next year, in a triple. The location is fantastic and I don’t really want to live on freshman hill anymore. But I keep hearing conflicting opinions on the quality of the quad rooms. Some people seem to think quad is fine, while others pretty much describe it as a slum. Could I please get a straight answer on what the triples in quad are really like? Thanks!
Quad is often quieter than other housing options. The rooms are irregularly shaped but you are very close to class. There are also no long hallways and upperclassmen live on the third floor. In addition, you have AC. It really depends on what the person is looking for if they are interested in Quad.
Does RAHPs have the same internet access as the rest of campus?
Yes
How easy is it for a group of students to get gender neutral housing at RAHPs?
The only options for Gender Neutral Housing are RAHP A, RAHP B, and Polytechnic Apartments. It should be noted though that Polytechnic Apartments are only for Juniors and Seniors. From this I would say a good chance.
Why are students not allowed to bring cars on campus? How are they supposed to get home on holiday breaks?
Freshman are not allowed to bring cars on campus. During the freshman year you have a few options to get home: 1. Your parents come and pick you up 2. Take the train/bus/airplane 3. Get an upperclassmen to drive you and pay for gas money
Can you please post pictures of single rooms in Church IV Quad please?
We currently do not have any. Sorry.
Are the bathrooms in stackwyck apartments cleaned by janitorial staff or do residents have to clean them?
Stackwyck apartments are maintained by the students residing in those halls. There is no janitorial staff regularly cleaning them.
Are beds in Nugent loftable?
Yes.
Is toilet paper provided for BARH rooms?
Yes
Does anyone know the footprint (dimensions) of the wardrobes in the Freshman Five doubles?
Wardrobe (tall, 2 doors, rod and 2 large drawers on bottom) 6′ tall x 3′ wide x 2′ deep
How often do people get into the dorm they are on the waitlist for?
No idea. We are sorry we do not know about this.
Hello, my son will be in a Crockett double. I’ve purchased two box fans (one to point out and one to point in) in order to circulate air but I think they may be too big to fit in the window openings. Do you know how big the window openings are? Any recommended fans? Thanks.
The window openings are smaller than the wall but I do not know the exact measurements. That wall is 14’ 8” long so width of the window is a little less. Many students get what is called a Tower Fan. These are tall, rotating fans that take up very little room but are very effective. They can be found at major retailers, Bed Bath and Beyond, Target and Walmart. In addition many tower fans come with remote controls for easy access to switching speed, position, etc.
I will be living in Church VI and wanted to know if there is a big difference in the rooms compared to the rest of quad since it’s kind of by itself. I looked at the quad pictures but I’m not sure if those pictures go for Church as well. Could you also tell me if there are laundry machines in the building? Thanks!
I have looked back in our records and those pictures are not from Church VI. The laundry machines are the same as for the rest of Quad, under the archway between Hunt I and Hunt III.
Are there printers in stacwyck or would you recommend bringing your own?
There are no printers in Stacwyck that are provided by RPI. If you would like to have one you may bring one, or just go to either the VCC, Union, or Library to print.
Do you have dimensions for Davidson 305? Where is the laundry in Davidson?
You have 274 square feet. We do not have exact dimensions for the room. The laundry for Davison is located in Sharp. There are underground tunnels to allow you to get there and back without having to go outside.
Do RAHPS A apartments have microwaves? And do you have any idea what the renovations will include?
RAHPS A do not come with microwaves. The new renovations will update them to be comparable with RAHPS B. There will be no structural changes, just fixtures updates, repainted walls, new carpets, etc.
Do rooms in Nugent have separate lights for each side? Basically, can one side of the room have the lights turned off while the other has them on? Also, would you recommend bringing additional lighting?
Yes. Davidson and Nugent have two different lights, one per side of the split double.
I apologize for a silly question, but how safe/dangerous is Troy really? How many students have you known that have been a victim of crime to date?
Troy isn’t very dangerous at all as long as you’re smart. As long as you’re not wandering around downtown at night or putting yourself in obviously unsafe situations you should be fine. I personally have never had an issue where I have felt unsafe.
Public Safety is very activity on campus and has made a strong effort in keeping campus safe. Troy like any other American city requires people to be smart about how you travel. Use common sense.
Does anyone one have the dimensions of the dresser drawers in Cary? Particularly the depth. I know the set has various sizes.
3-drawer chest 38″ tall x 32″ wide x 19″ deep
Just curious as we shop, do the Quad 1st floor suite rooms come with blinds or shades on the windows?
Yes, all windows on RPI’s campus come with blinds. It is against the NYS fire code to have any other window coverings in Residence Halls.
Are there still convection ovens in Colonie rooms?
There are no ovens in Colonie rooms. There is one kitchen on each floor that has been recently renovated with a convection oven, a brand new fridge, a sink, a kitchen table, etc.
Where in Quad is the laundry? Are there machines in the Pardee stack or in Roebling? I’m assigned to Pardee and in looking at floor plans on the housing site, it looks like the only connected stack to Pardee is Roebling and that’s it. Is this accurate and if so and there are not laundry facilities in either of these stacks, will I need to actually carry my laundry outside to get to a laundry room?
Each two sets of stacks, except for Church VI – which is by itself, are connected on the third level. Laundry is under the archway between Hunt I and Hunt III – about four stacks down from Pardee. It’s a little annoying but not too much of an inconvenience.
Do RAHPS apartment bedrooms have closets?
They have the closet dressers that you see in Barton or Blitman.
So, I will be attending RPI in the fall, and I haven’t seen the dorms. I will likely be in BARH and I was wondering how high off the ground the beds are(without a loft or anything) . Also, do you just request a lofted bed when you move in?
Beds are about a little over two feet above the ground. If you get an adjustable bed, it can go up to about four feet off the ground. I did not request lofts but many people do.
Is BARH air conditioned?
No, rooms in BARH are not air conditioned.
Are the Warren Hall bathrooms cleaned by custodial staff?
The Warren Hall bathrooms are cleaned by the custodial staff at least once a week or so.
Places to Buy Linens
Many people have sent in questions in regards to buying the RPI linen package or purchasing from an outside source. There are pros and cons to both. Personally I like purchasing from an outside source because you are able to keep your linens afterwards. Here are the links for some different options:
RPI Residence Hall Linens: www.rhl.org/rpi
DormCo.Com: www.dormco.com/
Bed Bath and Beyond: www.bedbathandbeyond.com/
I read that they will be opening up Davidson for freshman in a year. Is that true and is it’s location too far away from the other typical freshman living? Also, those rooms seem to be doubles with a divide down the middle making you have some private space. Do you think this is a disadvantage because you don’t end up sitting around talking w/ your roomate because you can’t see them?
Davison is on freshman hill, just like the freshman five and Barton, so it’s not far away at all. Davison is split so you do have your own private space which is just different than other freshman buildings. This doesn’t prevent you from getting to know your roommate, but put effort into hanging out in the common rooms, outside, and other spots on campus.
Hello, for rooms with a shared bathroom (like in davidson), would we have to bring our own bathroom supplies (like plunger, toilet bowl brush, soap dispensers, etc) or is that stuff included?
The shared bathrooms in Davison and Barton do not come with plungers or toilet bowl brushes. They may come with soap dispensers but I recommend you bring your own cleaning/bathroom supplies.
Is it possible to request lofted beds for BARH?
I believe so. Contact Res Life (518) 276-6284 and they can give you more information.
Do the beds (in all residence halls) have adjustable legs or do you suggest buying bed lifts for the legs?
Yes, the beds are adjustable in height. No need to buy those bed lifts, unless you want the bed super super high.
Do the rooms in Polytech have a microwave?
Each Polytech apartment has four singles that shares a kitchen and common area. The kitchen has a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
Do the rooms in Warren Hall have closets? Ive been looking through the photos you have posted and I cant tell if they do or not. Im living there next year and I just want to be prepared.
There are two closets in each room, one on each side.
Are there any exceptions to the requirement that freshman live on campus, such as a student living at home with her parents and commuting to school? If yes, what is the parking situation like? Thanks.
As part of the CLASS initiative, all freshmen must live on campus at RPI. I believe circumstances need to be pretty extreme for students to bypass this. I would recommending emailing ResLife to get their official opinion on your particular situation.
Parking on campus requires a parking permit and freshmen are technically are not allowed to have a permit. Once again, if you need a car for a particular reason, check with RPI transportation/parking.
Are the bathrooms in polytechnic cleaned by RPI janitors periodically?
No, all cleaning will need to be done by residents.
Can I hang things from the ceiling if i use those stick on hooks?
I personally wouldn’t recommend doing anything to the room that might leave a permanent hole or mark. You could be charged for damages.
What do the insides of the closets look like? Is there only one bar to hang clothes on? Thanks!
Depending on which building you are in, the standard closet will have one bar and a shelf above it. The closets are actually quite deep and you will be surprised how much you can actually put in there.
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