Because Rensselaer is an open campus, we recognize the importance of addressing the safety of our students. Our Public Safety professionals take a proactive approach to safety, teaching students what they can do to minimize safety risks. Only Rensselaer students and staff have access to the residence halls. In order to identify student safety concerns, surveys are regularly conducted on campus. Officers also hold safety courses on topics like Defensive Driving, Basic Lifesaving and Rape Prevention.
Housing is guaranteed for the freshman year.
After the first year, there is a variety of options for housing, including living in the residence halls, fraternity or sorority houses, or moving off campus. We do not guarantee housing for four years. Additionally, all residence halls and apartments have cable TV hook-ups. Additionally, all residence halls and apartments have cable TV hook-ups. About 4,500 undergraduate and 2,000 graduate students are enrolled at Rensselaer.