Living in md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç

Countless service and direct ministry opportunities at parishes, schools, and nonprofits, hundreds of places of worship and faith centers, unrivaled academic resources, an abundance of art and culture—md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç offers all this and so much more.

It’s also a center of American history and an internationally renowned hub for higher education, healthcare, and technology. Here, you’ll enjoy vibrant music and sports scenes and convenient access to green space—and the ocean and outdoor recreation are always nearby. With such a variety of offerings, md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç is an ideal city to pursue personal and professional fulfillment.

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Top 10 Favorite Things About md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç

So, when my husband Michael and I moved to md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç to study at CSTM, we found ourselves completely enamored with all the treasures and treats of East Coast life. Without further ado, here is a completely subjective list of my 10 favorite things about life in md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç ...
Madeline Infantine, MTS Alumna

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Home to over 50 colleges and universities, a wealth of world-class cultural institutions, and a wide array of professional and collegiate sports teams, the city buzzes with energy, knowledge, and new ideas. And with the Charles River and Atlantic Ocean, md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç offers endless recreational possibilities. Students take advantage of many of these opportunites throughout the year.

  • Whale watching and harbor cruises
  • md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç Harbor Islands National Park
  • The Museum of Fine Arts (free with BC ID)
  • The Freedom Trail, Bunker Hill, and the U.S.S. Constitution
  • Red Sox baseball games
  • Concerts and events on md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç Common
  • md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç's vibrant Theater District
  • Kayaking on the Charles River
  • The historic Italian North End (filled with delicious restaurants)

  • Cape Cod and the Islands
  • Gloucester and other seaside towns
  • Easy travel to NYC, Montreal, Portland ME, and Newport RI
  • Walden Pond
  • Historic Lexington and Concord
  • Salem
  • Plymouth Rock
  • Hiking in the Blue Hills

Living in md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç FAQ

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Do CSTM students have off-campus jobs?
<p>Yes! Multiple CSTM students supplement their incomes with off-campus jobs!&nbsp; There are many different employment opportunities in the md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç area, ranging from food services to hospital and mental health facilities.&nbsp; While on-campus jobs only permit students to work a maximum of 20 hours per week, often only during normal office hours, off-campus employment can be a good option for flexible hours.<br> </p>
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How is getting around md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç? Do I need my car?
<p>If you poll current CSTM students on the car question, you’ll find about a 50/50 split. Some people really want to have a car here, while others think it’s too much of a hassle. Either way, getting around campus and md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç, in general, is very easy. There are buses and trains that will take you from md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç College to downtown md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç in less than an hour, with several stops at stores and restaurants in between. The BC shuttle is also a great service for students. It is totally free and runs throughout the entire BC campus and surrounding residential areas. With all the transportation opportunities, md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç is easy to navigate and fun to explore.<br> </p>
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What is the best way to find housing in md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç?
<p>Although housing is on the forefront of everyone’s mind, it is not as stressful as it seems!&nbsp; md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç College does not offer on-campus housing for graduate students, but ample tools are provided to enable students to find comfortable housing situations in the local area.&nbsp; Through the off-campus housing portal, students are able to create a profile that lists their needs and browse available apartments. Another great resource is the CSTM Facebook Group! Current and graduated CSTM students often post vacant rooms or apartments that they are looking to pass down to incoming CSTM students.&nbsp; Joining the CSTM student page can be a very helpful tool once you confirm your attendance!<br> </p>
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What type of housing and living options are available?
<p>The city of md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç and its surrounding communities offer an array of housing options. Although the CSTM does not offer on-campus housing, we do all that we can to provide support throughout the process, including helping students find roommates and local listings. md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç College is located 6 miles from downtown md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç, so many CSTM students live closer to campus where rents can be less expensive than in the center of the city.</p> <p>Graduate students are also welcome to apply to be Resident Assistants for md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç College.</p> <p><a href="/content/bc-web/schools/stm/community/living-in-boston.html"><span class="btn btn-default btn-maroon">Living in md´«Ã½¹ú²ú¾ç</span></a></p> <p><a href="/content/bc-web/offices/student-affairs/sites/residential-life/about/job-opportunities/ResidentAssistantApply.html"><span class="btn btn-default btn-gold">Being an RA</span></a></p>
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