Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Residential Center Located? 
We are located on the 3rd floor of the Student Center. Click here to access a campus map.

What are the Residential Center hours? 
During the academic year we are open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. 
During the summer we are open from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. 

Where can I find what the housing costs are for this year?
Housing costs are available on the Housing Rates page.
 
Can I bring a car?
Freshmen are not allowed to register a car on campus, for more information visit the University Police website.

Where can I find Residential Life Policies and Procedures?
By clicking on the Policies and Procedures link on the left-hand navigation or by going to the Residential Services section of the Student Handbook.

When can I move in?
- First year students move in Tuesday August 28, 2012
- Transfer students move in Thursday August 30, 2012
- Graduate students move in Thursday August 30, 2012 
- Returning students move in Sunday September 2, 2012
(All move in times are between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm)

Are students required to move out of their room/suite/apartment during winter break?
No, only Residents who do not plan to return to housing in the spring semester are required to move their belongings out within 24 hours of their last exam or on the Fall Semester Closing Date December 20, 2012 @ 6pm, whichever comes first.

Does the University close during winter break?
Yes, on the Fall Semester Closing Date, the halls will be locked and there will be no access to the Residence Halls until students return in January.

When do I need to move out at the end of the academic year? 
Spring Semester: Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 6:00 pm
Residents must vacate housing within 24 hours of their last exam or by the date and time mentioned above.

Please be aware that it is expected that Rooms/Suites/Apartments are to be left in the same condition as they were found during move in.

I'm a first year student. Where can I find a guide to making Bentley my new home?
The guide for first year students transitioning to living in at Bentley is the Moving in Brochure.

What can I bring and not bring with me when I move in?
To find a list of everything that you can bring and those things that are not allowed in the Residence Halls you can read the Student Handbook, or you can look at our quick list by going to the Outfitting Your Room page.

Who's my RA?
To find a list of all of the RAs on campus you can go to the Resident Assistant listing.

I am not getting along with my roommate, what are my options?
The first thing you should do is talk to your roommate(s) about what has been bothering you. If that hasn't worked, you should talk to your RA. He/she can sit down with you and your roommate(s) and help you all come up with a reasonable solution. If after these steps you are still unable to reach a compromise, you can contact your Residence Director (RD).  He or she has access to other resources that may help you find a resolution.

How do I file a work order with Facilities?
First, make sure that you are using Internet Explorer since the work order request system is not compatible with Firefox.  Then go to the work order request page.  This page will give you instructions for logging in to complete your work order request.

Does Bentley recycle?
There are recycling centers in most residence halls as part of Bentley's sustainability initiative. 

How do I change my meal plan?
To change your meal plan, please visit our meal plan page. Meal plan changes will be available through MyBentley starting in early July.

I am a First Year student, what are my Meal Plan choices?
First Year students can choose from the Super Value or Value 17 meal plans.

I want to live in Wellness Housing, what should I do?
First Year students interested in Wellness Housing should email GA_ResidenceLife@bentley.edu by Wednesday, July 6, 2012 For more information please visit our Wellness  Housing Information page.

How do I get involved with Hall Council and the Residence Hall Association (RHA)? 
There are many ways to get involved in your residence hall. Elections for Hall Council positions will be available in the beginning of the year. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact your RA, RD, or anyone on your Hall Council executive board. You can also visit the RHA website for more information.