Open Spaces

Find A Space

The Boston campus offers a variety of study and collaboration spaces available to students with no reservation required. From open and lively to cozy and quiet, every space has its own unique atmosphere. The spaces listed below are open-seating and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Review the hours and notes before making your way across campus, and find your new favorite spot to get work done. Additionally, check out the interactive map at the bottom of the page for an enhanced viewing experience.
BuildingFloorLocationHoursNotesType of SpaceEst. Seating Count
140 The FenwayX101University-Controlled Lounge7:45 a.m. - 8 p.m.Student lounge area with vending machines. Open seating50
140 The FenwayFirst floorPublic corridor with short, wooden benches in hallway7:45 a.m. - 8 p.m.Open seating15
300 Mass AveFirst floor
Second floor
Lobby and second-floor atrium spaceM-F: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sat: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Reservation needed for private room; open seating availableReservable meeting rooms
Open seating
50
Bamboo TentRobinson QuadAll dayCan be closed for private eventsOpen seating (tent)30
BehrakisBasement
First floor
Second floor
Lobby
Lounges in basement and second floor
Classroom scheduleOpen seatingBasement: 15
1st floor: 35
2nd floor: 10
BehrakisLower levelOpen area near the SIM lab debriefing rooms6 a.m. - 11 p.m.Intended for quiet study due to proximity to debrief rooms. Open seating12
BehrakisFirst Floor103 open alcove6 a.m. - 11 p.m.Small alcove across from 105 classroom; currently contains 3 leather chairs.Lobby/corridor space3
BehrakisFirst FloorOpen area in main lobby with student tables, chairs, and couches6 a.m. - 11 p.m.Open seating20
BehrakisSecond Floor200L1 - Open area and public corridor6 a.m. - 11 p.m.Open area across from Dean's office. Additional seating may be possible with 1-2 small tables and chairs.Lobby/corridor space10
BehrakisThird Floor300C16 a.m. - 11 p.m.End cap of public corridor. Lobby/corridor space20
Cargill HallBasementLoungeClassroom scheduleUnoccupied classrooms can occasionally be used for studyingOpen seating1st floor: 40
Basement: 20
Cullinane HallBasement
First floor
Meeting rooms beyond proctor stationM-F: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Reservation needed for private room; open seating availableReservable meeting rooms
Open seating
25 private rooms
Approx. 60 open seats across basement and 1st floors
Curry Student CenterFirst floor and MezannineWest AdditionM-T: 7 a.m.-12 a.m.
F: 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sat: 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.-12 a.m.
Can be closed for private eventsOpen seating550
Curry Student CenterGround floorAfterHoursM-T: 7 a.m.-12 a.m.
F: 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sat: 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.-12 a.m.
Can be closed for private eventsOpen seating30
Curry Student CenterFirst floorIndoor QuadM-T: 7 a.m.-12 a.m.
F: 7 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sat: 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m.-12 a.m.
Can be closed for private eventsOpen seating200
Curry Student CenterSecond floorOutdoor Terrace10 a.m.-duskSeasonalOpen seating40
Dockser HallBasementLoungeClassroom scheduleCan be closed for private eventsOpen seating40
Dodge HallFirst floorLobbyClassroom scheduleOpen seating15
HastingsFirst floorLobbyClassroom scheduleOpen seating12
HurtigFirst floor1159 a.m. - 5 p.m.Space located within the Chemistry Department in the College of Science. This space is Chem Central - used for advising and tutoring meetings but often has open seats available for students to use for quiet studyOpen seating15
Industry TentRobinson QuadAll dayCan be closed for private eventsOpen seating (tent)40
International VillageFirst floorLobbyClassroom scheduleOpen seating80
ISEC Floors 1-6Lobby
Lounges on upper floors
M-F: 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Sat-Sun: closed
Can be closed for private eventsOpen seating1st floor: 30
2nd-6th floors: 20/floor
Kerr HallSecond floorLoungeTBDOpens in Jan or Feb; Reservation needed for private room; open seating availableOpen seating70
Marino CenterFirst floorAtriumM-F: 5:30 a.m.- noon
Sat-Sun: 8 a.m.- noon
Open seating105
NightingaleSecond floor2679 a.m. - 5 p.m.Space located within the Psychology Department in the College of Science.Open seating4
Rainbow TentO'Bryant QuadAll dayCan be closed for private eventsOpen seating (tent)30
Renaissance ParkFirst floor
Second floor
Lobby
Lounge
Classroom scheduleOpen seating1st floor: 15
2nd floor: 17
Richard's HallFirst floorLobbyClassroom scheduleOpen seating8
Ryder HallFirst floorLobby by SubwayClassroom scheduleMostly used for dining during Subway hoursOpen seating40
Shillman HallFirst floorLobby by DunkinClassroom scheduleOpen seating46
Snell EngineeringFirst floor
Second floor
Third floor
Fourth floor
Lounges on each floorClassroom scheduleCan be closed for private eventsOpen seating1st floor: 20
2nd floor: 20
3rd floor: 8
4th floor: 8
Snell EngineeringSecond floor268 SN COE Collaborative Meeting Space, 2nd floorM-F 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. and S-S noon - 10 p.m.Space located within the Engineering/Dean's Office in the College of Engineering.

No food is allowed in 268 SN, drinks in a closed container is acceptable.

In the event the space needs to close for a private event a sign will be posted noting day/time closure several days in advance.
Open seating25
Snell EngineeringSecond floor208 SN COE Teaching ClassroomM, T, TH, F 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., S/S noon - 10 p.m.Space located within the Engineering/Dean's Office in the College of Engineering.

No food is allowed in 208 SN Classroom, drinks in a closed container is acceptable.

In the event the space needs to close for a private event a sign will be posted noting day/time closure several days in advance.
Open seating30
Speare HallBasement
First floor
Lobby
Lounge on lower floor
8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.Open seating
Reservable meeting rooms
1st floor: 10
Basement: 25
StearnsSecond floorLounge and kitchenM-F: 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Reservation needed for private room; open seating availableReservable meeting rooms
Open seating
13 private rooms
20 open seats
Stetson EastFirst floor Lobby8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.Open seating15
West Village GFirst floorLobbyClassroom scheduleOpen seating60
West Village HFirst floor
Second floor
Lobby
Lounge on second floor
Classroom scheduleOpen seating1st floor: 50
2nd floor: 10
West Village HFirst floor10210:30 a.m. - MidnightSpace is closed for private events on occasion; advanced notice is provided and alternative space is arranged.Open seating80
West Village HFirst floor
Third floor
Fourth floor
Corridors6 a.m. - 11 p.m.Mostly individual high-top seating with a few collaboration tables around.

The space is first come, first served.
Lobby/corridor space50

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