45 Institute House
45 Institute House is a 3 floor house with a lot of homey charm. It is a coed living unit, housing 18 residents and is conveniently located near campus and local shops/restaurants on Institute Road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who lives in 45 Institute House housing?
- WPI students.
How many student staff members support 45 Institute House?
1 Community Support Assistant (lives in 8 Elbridge House), 1 Residential Mentor, and a team of Community Development Mentors.
What type of building is 45 Institute House?
- A house with three floors containing common areas and bedrooms.
- There are triple, double, and single bedrooms.
What are the amenities in 45 Institute House?
- Bathrooms on each floor
- First floor lounge area
- Kitchen with refrigerator and stove
- Laundry room, located just off front porch
Is a residential meal plan required in 45 Institute House?
- Residents are not required to have a residential meal plan because the house includes a kitchen. Residents can choose to purchase a voluntary plan, if desired.
What is provided for furniture/appliances in 45 Institute House?
- Bedrooms are outfitted with a bed, desk, desk chair, and dresser for each resident. Closets have doors with a hanging bar for clothes.
- Living rooms are outfitted with soft seating (for example – couch, chair, dining table, dining chairs, etc.).
Is kitchenware (pots, pans, silverware, etc.) provided for residents in 45 Institute House?
- Kitchenware is not provided for residents. Residents are encouraged to work together to determine who will bring specific items for the year.
Can beds be lofted or bunked in 45 Institute House?
- Beds are able to be bunked. Residents need to ask for pins to bunk the bed, but are responsible for un-bunking the bed at the end of the year and returning the pins to the Housing & Residential Experience Center.
- Beds cannot be lofted and lofting equipment is not provided.
Does 45 Institute House have air conditioning?
- 45 Institute does not have air conditioning in the house. Residents are encouraged to bring fans for their space. Personal air conditioners are not permitted.