Transfer and Graduate Student Housing

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I Have a Pet?
  All pets must first be approved by the Office of Residence Life and with your future roommate(s). The College does not permit students to have dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits or birds. All pets must live in a cage or aquarium and must be in good health. Students wishing to have a pet that conforms to the above criteria must apply formally through the Office of Residence Life before bringing a pet to campus. (See Sidebar for Pet Request Form Download)
• Can I have a refrigerator or microwave in my room?
  You may either bring your own mini-fridge measuring no larger that 3.2 cubic feet, or rent one. Stand alone microwaves are not allowed in student rooms except for a microwave/mini-fridge combo that can be rented. This unit has a feature that shuts off the mini-fridge when the microwave is in use to prevent circuit overloads. You may rent through My Micro Fridge which offers convenient delivery and pick up to campus. 
• What if I have specific needs?
  Please review the housing amenities listing on our website to see if current information about our Residence Halls can meet your needs. If this does not answer your questions, please contact our office reslife@bard.edu or 845-758-7455. If you have specific medical or psychological needs for housing, students are often asked to provide supportive documentation from a health care provider, as each request is assessed on a case by case basis. In most instances, these requests are reviewed with the Disability Support Coordinator to determine what types of special accommodations are warranted. Visit the following link to begin the process: Disability Registration
• Can I have a phone in my room?
  Residence hall rooms do not come equipped with a phone line. However, there are phones in the common areas of each residence hall that can make outgoing calls with a calling card. It is advised that you have a cell phone or calling card.
• Can I have guests or visitors?
  Students must first get permission from the roommate(s) to have a guest stay overnight. Additionally, the guest must be registered at Safety and Security. Guests are only allowed to stay for up to 3 consecutive nights.
• Can I ship some of my things before I move in?
  Yes, if you have things you need to send to campus before you move in please send them to the following address:
  
  Name - "Incoming First Year Student"
  Bard College
  30 Campus Road
  Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
  
  All packages will be sent to, and can be picked up at, Buildings and Grounds - Shipping and Receiving.
• Can I smoke in my room?
  No, all residence halls are smoke free. There is a $500 fine for any student found smoking in a residence hall. Student hosts are also responsible for the behavior of their guests and visitor and will be fined if their guest is found smoking in a residence hall.
• How will I get around campus?
  While most students find it simplest to walk around campus, there is also a shuttle service that runs a loop around campus and between the towns of Red Hook and Tivoli. Many students also find it helpful to have a bike on campus. Based on available space bikes can be stored on-campus during the winter months for a nominal fee.
  
  For additional information on transportation services for students please visit the shuttles and transportation website.
• Is there storage on campus?
  No. The College cannot provide on campus storage for any student items over breaks or during the academic year. 
  
  Looking for an easy way to store your stuff? Meet our official storage partner, Dorm Room Movers. They will send you boxes and tape to pack. Their professional, and insured movers will pick up your items, store them for the summer and deliver back when you return. They can also help you ship boxes to and from campus. Dorm Room Movers has moved over 40,000 students over the past 10 years and are BBB A+ accredited. 
• What features can I expect my residence hall to include?
  Please review the amenities list that you may download at the link below to see specific information about your residence hall.
  
  
  First Year Housing Amenities Sheet
• What is Gender Inclusive housing?
  
  This housing option is designed for students to be paired with a roommate or roommates based on compatibility rather than gender identity. Newly admitted students may choose this option on their Housing Profile form.
  
  Please see attachment of Frequently Asked Questions in regard to Gender Inclusive Housing.
  
  
  Download the FAQs
• What size are the beds? Do you provide linens? Is there a laundry service?
  It is recommended that you bring sheets for a standard college dorm mattress sized 39"x80" commonly referred to as "Twin XL". The College does not provide linens, so you should bring some with you on move in or be prepared to go to a local store and buy some. Laundry machines are located in or close to every residence hall and are free. If you do not want to wash your own laundry, students can pay for an outside laundry service. Classic Cleaners provides laundry services and charges by the pound. Students must drop off and pick up their laundry at Classic Cleaners which is located about 3 miles from campus.

Housing Amenities List

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