Plan Your Visit

Hotels and Accommodations

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There is a wide selection of hotels located in short distance to °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College. Rates may differ slightly on Commencement Weekend and are based on availability. We recommend asking about discounts upon making your reservation. It is strongly recommended that you make reservations as soon as possible to guarantee rooms as there are other colleges and universities in the °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ area holding commencement at about the same time as °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College.

You may prefer to make your hotel reservation using the °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ Convention and Visitors’ Bureau website located atÌý.

Hotel NameAddressDistance from °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ CollegeEasily Accessible to T

617-730-3660
1.5 milesYes

617-734-1393/800-321-2211
2 milesYes

617-277-1200
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2 milesYes

°¬¿ÉÖ±²¥, MA
617-383-5876
2 milesYes

617-566-0088
2 milesYes

617-291-7007
3 milesYes

617-969-3010
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3 milesNo

617-783-0090
3 milesNo

617-935-0077
3 milesYes

617-232-1487
3 milesYes

617-926-0005
3 milesNo

617-492-1234
4 milesNo

855-695-6678
4 milesYes

800-325-3535
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4 milesNo

617-731-4700
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4 milesYes
200 1st Avenue
Needham, MA 02494
781-455-9987
5 milesNo

617-867-1200
5 milesYes

617-927-4445
5 milesYes

617-969-1000
5 milesNo

617-267-1607
5.5 milesYes

617-338-4400
6 milesYes

617-445-6400
6 milesYes


617-236-1100
6 milesYes

617-266-7200
6 milesYes
6 milesYes

866-257-7857
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6 milesYes

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6 milesYes

617-624-0202
6.5 milesYes

617-426-2000
7 milesYes

617-439-7000/800-752-7077
7 milesYes

617-236-5800
7 milesYes

617-227-0800
7 milesYes

617-523-3600
7 milesYes

617-536-5700
7 milesYes

617-267-5300
7 milesYes

617-536-9000
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7 milesYes

617-536-5300
7 milesYes

617-224-4000
7 milesYes

800-THE-OMNI
7.5 milesYes

781-890-0100
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8 milesNo

617-236-8099
8 milesYes

781-290-5600
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8 milesNo

781-407-0999
9 milesNo

617-532-4600
10 milesNo

508-653-5000
10 milesNo

617-476-6664
10 milesNo

781-329-1000
11 milesNo
Fairfield Inn and SuitesÌý°¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ Dedham
781-326-6700
11 milesNo

617-568-6700
12 milesNo

781-376-4000
23 milesNo

Maps and Directions

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For general maps and directions, visit . Important: Commencement-specific maps outlining parking, transportation around campus, and amenities are available on the Maps and Campus Amenities page.

Travel Advisory

Travel to the University on Commencement morning is extremely slow because of heavy traffic. Ample time should be allowed to reach the campus, especially from the Massachusetts Turnpike at Newton (Exit 127).

Parking Information

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Chestnut Hill (Main Campus) Parking

The Beacon Street parking garage on °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College's main campus and the parking area at the north (Connell Recreation Center) end of Conte Forum and Alumni Stadium are reserved. All other campus parking is available for visitors on a first-come, first-served basis.

Satellite Parking

Due to the large number of people attending the University Commencement Ceremony, there will be a shortage of parking spaces on main campus. Satellite parking is available on °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College's Brighton campus, Newton campus, the Chestnut Hill Mall, and at 300 Hammond Pond Parkway. Shuttle transportation will be provided from 6:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. to and from these satellite parking sites.

A limited number of wheelchair accessible shuttle buses from satellite parking locations are available.

Reserved Parking on Campus for Guests with Disabilities or Limited Mobility

On Commencement Day, reserved parking is available in the Beacon Street parking garage for guests with disabilities or limited mobility. To gain access,Ìýindividuals must have a state-issued disability license plate on their vehicle or a placard hung from the rearview mirror that is easily visible to parking attendants.

Guests with handicapped parking are encouraged to park at the Beacon Street parking garage. All on-campus shuttle bus stops are wheelchair accessible.

All other guests may park at other non-reserved areas of the campus, including the Commonwealth Avenue Garage.

All gates of Alumni Stadium are ADA accessible. For those guests arriving by shuttle and/or parking in ADA accessible parking, we recommend entry through Gate A on the south side of Alumni Stadium for closest access and a direct path to the ADA accessible seating areas. Please follow the directional ADA accessible signage when exiting the parking garage and/or shuttle bus.

View the Accessibility tab on this page for more information on wheelchair rentals, golf carts, and accessible seating.

Accessibility

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Security Guidelines

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Dear Graduating Students and Parents:

The °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College Police Department has issued the following guidelines to enhance security and to facilitate the quick entrance of all guests for our Commencement Exercises.

All guests entering Alumni Stadium will pass through Evolv weapons detection systems. All bags will be subject to search upon entry. Luggage, briefcases, large bags, backpacks and wrapped gifts as determined by event staff at entry gates will not be permitted into the stadium or any of the respective school diploma ceremony sites. A bag check service will be available to guests free of charge at Fish Field House located next to Alumni Stadium for non-compliant bags.

These policies are meant solely to expedite entry into our venues and provide security and comfort for those who will be in attendance. Additional security personnel will also be on hand as a precaution.

We look forward to having you on campus for what will be a most enjoyable Commencement Day.

Sincerely,
William B. Evans
Executive Director of Public Safety & Chief of °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College Police Department

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Bag Policy

To allow for expedited entrance for all guests, °¬¿ÉÖ±²¥ College strongly recommends that individuals attending Commencement Ceremonies refrain from carrying non-clear bags and/or purses into the stadium. All bags/purses are subject to search prior to entry for the prohibited items listed below. Bags deemed too large by stadium security, including backpacks, camera bags, luggage and/or duffle bags, are strictlyÌýprohibited from entry and should be stored in the graduate’s residence until the completion of the ceremonies. Medical bags, and diaper bags accompanying an infant, will be allowed into the venue following a search.

Prohibited items:

  • Artificial noise makers
  • Audio or video recording equipment
  • Cameras with lenses larger than 4" or with detachable lenses
  • Banners, Signs, and Flags
  • Beach balls
  • Coolers (unless containing medical supplies)
  • Drones and Go-Pros
  • Fireworks or any Explosives
  • Folding Chairs
  • Food and Beverage
  • Go-Pro Cameras
  • Heated Clothing and/or blankets
  • Helium Balloons
  • Laser Pointers
  • Pets (except for documented service animals)
  • Promotional Items with commercial identification not approved by the BC Athletics Department
  • Selfie Sticks
  • Use of Umbrellas
  • Weapons of any description