What to Bring

To help you prepare for your stay at Boston University this summer, we have made a list of the furnishings contained in each room of the residence hall. We have also suggested certain items that you should bring with you that you may need to make your stay more comfortable.

For your Boston University Terrier Card, you need either:

  • A government issued picture ID (passport or license)
  • High school ID card and birth certificate
You can provide photocopies if you do not want to bring the originals (international students must have originals).

In the residence, you will find:

  • A dresser for each occupant
  • A desk and chair for each occupant
  • A bed frame with a mattress for each occupant
  • A closet or wardrobe for each occupant

What you should bring for your room:

  • Linens - you need to bring your own sheets, blankets, towels, and pillows. The beds in the residence are 80 inches long (extra-long twin).
  • Personal items - we recommend that you bring flip-flops for the shower and a shower caddy to organize and carry all of your toiletries. Sunblock is very important to have for our beach trip. Personal hygiene items and laundry detergent can be purchased at stores on campus.
  • Hangers
  • Fans - the residence is not air-conditioned and is warm during the summer.
  • Other appliances - you may also want to bring a desk lamp and an alarm clock. NOTE: Hot pots, microwaves, and air conditioners are not allowed in the residence. Items such as blow dryers and curling irons are permitted. Microfridges are available for rent from the University (rental forms available at check-in).
  • Phone and Internet - because there is no in-room telephone service, we recommend that you bring a cell phone. Computer labs are available on campus. If you bring your own computer, wireless internet access is available in the dorm and across the entire campus.

Note: We strongly encourage international students to have cell phones that operate in the United States. Students who do not bring a working cell phone are required to be with another program participant with a working phone anytime they travel on or off campus.

Clothing:

  • Dress for the program is casual. Please bring a pair of walking sneakers/shoes, a bathing suit for the beach, and if your schedule includes a trip to the theater, an appropriate outfit.

Where to Purchase Supplies

If you do not want to pack supplies such as linens, hangers, or notebooks -- or you just forget to bring them -- you can purchase these and other supplies at the Barnes & Noble @ Boston University Bookstore, City Convenience, Bed Bath & Beyond, or other nearby stores.

  • Barnes & Noble @ Boston University Bookstore
    660 Beacon Street, Kenmore Square
    Monday-Friday, 9 am - 9 pm
    Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm
    Sunday 12 - 6 pm
    Phone: 617-267-8484
    Email: bkbu@bncollege.com
    www.bu.bkstore.com
  • City Convenience - Warren Towers
    700 Commonwealth Avenue
    Open daily, 6:30 am - 9 pm
  • Bed Bath & Beyond - Landmark Center
    401 Park Drive, Boston
    Monday-Saturday, 9 am - 9 pm
    Sunday, 11 am - 7 pm
  • CVS
    730 Commonwealth Avenue
    Open daily, 8 am - 10 pm
    Phone: 617-731-4556
  • Radio Shack
    730 Commonwealth Avenue
    Monday-Friday, 9 am - 9 pm
    Saturday, 9 am - 8 pm
    Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
    Phone: 617-734-5855