Academic Student Services
Computers
You have access to 40 computer work stations for communication, coursework, and research on the first three floors of Mugar Memorial Library, 771 Commonwealth Avenue. Printing and document scanning services are available. An IT Help Center provides technology support (software, hardware, and account services).
If you bring your laptop to campus with you, wireless internet access is available across the entire campus.
Login account
Before arriving on campus, you will receive an email with information about setting up your BU account and accessing the housing portal.
Be sure to set up your BU account when you receive this email, as this information will also be used to complete your Residence License Agreement for Housing.
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) students should set up their BU account to access all mandatory safety training, which must be completed before arriving on campus.
Setting up a login account is required to access the wireless internet on campus.
Library services
There are 19 libraries on campus, providing over 2 million print and electronic book titles, 1 million print and electronic serial titles, and 200,000 physical and electronic media titles.
Mugar Memorial Library is the primary library for study, teaching, and research in the humanities and social sciences at Boston University.
Mugar Memorial Library
771 Commonwealth Avenue
617-353-2700
bu.edu/library/mugar-memorial
Science & Engineering Library
38 Cummington Street
617-353-3733
bu.edu/library/sel
For details on the other branch libraries and holdings on campus, visit bu.edu/library.
Barnes & Noble @ Boston University
Books, notebooks, and other supplies are available at the Barnes and Noble bookstore, located at 910 Commonwealth Avenue.
For more information (including summer hours), visit bu.bncollege.com, call 617-267-8484, or email bksbu@bncollege.com.
Educational Resource Center (ERC)
For High School Honors students only.
The ERC helps BU students develop the range and depth of academic skills required by the University’s rigorous programs.
The free services and programs are designed to help students discover successful strategies not only for what to learn but how to learn. Services are run by a team of seasoned professionals, graduate students, and undergraduate student leaders.
The ERC is located on the 5th and 6th floors of the Yawkey Center for Student Services at 100 Bay State Road.
For more information about the ERC’s programs and services and to search for peer tutoring and writing assistance appointments, please visit the ERC website. The ERC can also be reached at 617-353-7077. During the summer, the ERC is available Monday through Friday, 9 am–5 pm.
CAS Center for Writing
For High School Honors students only.
The CAS Center for Writing, at 100 Bay State Road on the third floor, offers free one-on-one tutorials free of charge to all students enrolled in Writing Program courses (CAS WR 111, WR 112, WR 120, WR 151, WR 152, and WR 153). Students enrolled in other CAS courses may also use the Writing Center, but only on a drop-in basis by requesting an appointment here: https://www.bu.edu/writingprogram/the-writing-center/walk-in-appointment/.
Disability & Access Services
Boston University is committed to supporting the academic, social, and cultural integration of individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to foster academic excellence, personal responsibility, and leadership growth in students with disabilities.
Individuals are encouraged to contact Disability & Access Services to discuss support services and accommodations they may need, including auxiliary aids like sign-language interpreters, exam accommodation, notetaking services, text in alternative format, and assistive technology.
Accommodations are provided on a case-by-case basis depending on the individual’s diagnosis and documented needs. Disability & Access Services is also available to consult with individuals and groups regarding architectural, programmatic, digital, or communication access.
Disability & Access Services may be reached at 617-353-3658, by email at access@bu.edu, or at bu.edu/disability. You can also visit in person at 25 Buick Street, Suite 300.
