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What are the Secret Study Bases Used by International Students in Popular US Universities?
A study environment is so important for a person! During finals week, it's always easy to run to places crowded with people, and you end up not studying well~
Today, let's take a look at the popular US universities. What are the secret study bases used by international students? After reading this, my mom will never have to worry about me having nowhere to study again!
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at University of Michigan
At Umich, people's first reaction might be Hatcher South Carrels. After all, Hatcher has independent study cubicles on almost every floor; the fourth and fifth floors are open-plan, and the third and sixth floors can also be reserved. It is indeed a good choice when there is not much foot traffic, and it is officially recognized!
However, there are actually even more hidden places!
You can try the Law School.
Although you usually need to swipe a card to enter, you can actually try sneaking in behind a law student who has a card (just kidding). Moreover, the window seats on the fourth floor of the Law School library are simply top-tier! Lots of outlets, great lighting, and they even provide free earplugs!! The study atmosphere is super good!
If that doesn't work, you can also try the Umich officially certified outdoor Law Quad (no access permissions required)! It has a unique flavor, like entering Hogwarts in a second! A lawn surrounded by stone buildings; bringing a book to sit here when the weather is nice is incredibly cinematic! However, it should be noted that there are no lights here at night, so it's best to only come during the day.
Other alternatives to consider include The Dude with VR study rooms, Pierpont Commons downstairs with various foods and massage chairs, and the Michigan Union!
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at New York University
In New York, where every inch of land is worth its weight in gold, every study spot might be very expensive! NYU students really need treasure study spots.
The editor dug through some posts, and it is said that the 8th/9th floors of the Kimmel Center are severely underestimated. The lounges on the 7th to 9th floors offer a view of the campus landscape, the study rooms are quiet, seats are plentiful, and you can also see the park scenery. But be sure to pay attention: the building closes at 10 PM! Be sure to plan your time well so you don't get locked inside!
Think Coffee sounds special just by its name. There are ten stores in total in New York, each with its own characteristics~ Some are spacious and bright, some are artsy and retro, and some are small and chic. A great place for immersive studying!
Others you can try include the SPS Study Lounge at 60 Washington Square South (with a lounge and balcony on the second floor), and the Tisch Basement, which has a relatively large space and a super convenient location~
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at Columbia University
Another school in New York, Columbia!
Let's not say it's hidden, but there is indeed an inexplicably strange study sanctuary.
TC (Teachers College)! There are actually treadmills in the library!? (Is this right?)
Besides this inexplicable library, Columbia has many other treasure study spots both on and off campus.
For example, Sakura Park right next to the International House. The semi-enclosed park blocks the wind and is quiet. You can connect to the International House's WiFi to start studying, and you won't be afraid of the wind blowing in winter~
Another example is the cafe in the Northwest Corner Science Building! The all-glass walls allow you to see the pedestrians below. The best part is that even if the coffee shop closes, the space remains open, which is suitable for students who need to stay late and study continuously~ Also, the basement of the Avery Library has super quiet small rooms. In theory, priority is given to architecture doctoral students, but other students can also go.
If you want a change of scenery, The Forum on the Manhattanville Campus is a futuristic building with all-glass walls, white interiors, and bright orange chairs; Dear Mama Cafe plays pop music, with a lively and warm atmosphere.
Then there are a bunch of off-campus bases in downtown New York: the seven-story Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (you can go to the roof in summer!), Plowshares Coffee with high ceilings and good natural light, the NY Public Library for the Performing Arts next to the Lincoln Center, Double Dutch Espresso with an outdoor terrace across from Morningside Park, and the lobby of the PUBLIC Hotel in the Lower East Side (free WiFi!). For those who like quiet, The Bean Broadway location is recommended. Washington Heights recommends Dutch Baby Bakery, as well as the super good-looking Ariston Café in Union Square (a combination of a flower shop + coffee shop!).
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at Johns Hopkins University
For JHU, the editor read several posts. The number one ranked spot must be the 24-hour open, quiet environment, fully equipped: Brody Learning Commons Quiet Reading Room!
Being able to go to this spot at any time is so important for night owls who can only concentrate and focus their thoughts in the middle of the night! And if you get tired of studying, you can just walk a few steps, and there is coffee outside to recharge!
It is said that the atmosphere here is also super good! Everyone is immersively studying, and they won't give you any chance to slack off!
If you like outdoor studying, you can try the Homewood Museum and the outdoor benches at Olin Hall! It is said that the environment here is super beautiful. When it's sunny, reading a book and organizing your study materials while basking in the sun is simply wonderful! Inside Olin Hall is also full of various green plants. Stepping inside is like being on the set of The Wizard of Oz, and studying feels vibrant~
Other places you can try are the Milton S. Eisenhower Library and Charles Commons Study Lounge with complete equipment and journals, the Remsen Hall quiet study room exclusively for science students, the Gilman Hall Hutzler Reading Room with very comfortable chairs, the Mudd Atrium which is sunny, close to the labs, and very quiet, as well as the Imagine Center single rooms that look like telephone booths~
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at University of Southern California
The top choice for night owls is definitely the Leavey Library, which is open 24 hours from Monday to Thursday! But its downside is that it's not niche enough; it's the most popular library on campus. Although this library is also ranked on the top list of corners where you can secretly cry in the school.
Secondly, the classical Roman-style architecture, the Doheny Memorial Library with retro chandeliers and book collections is also a very good choice! The retro feel is maxed out, and you can even show off a bit while studying (). Although the internet-famous lobby has been highly recommended to the point of being clichéd, if you go in the afternoon, you might only be able to sit on the floor ().
But! Don't rush, don't rush! Doheny Bookstacks is a very hidden place, located at the back entrance behind the front desk. It has multi-level, low-ceiling, maze-like bookshelves. There are hidden tables and chairs between the collections, with zero interruptions! Just be careful not to get lost!
Other places include the very quiet Law Library, with marble and floor-to-ceiling windows, and excellent lighting. There is also Ginsburg Hall, full of tech vibes where you can adjust the light colors, as well as Ministry of Coffee off-campus and Eruta Nature in USC Village (a coffee shop during the day and an Irish pub at night, the bagel + latte combo deal is super cost-effective). However, if you are too lazy to find a place, you can just go occupy an empty classroom in the afternoon; Taper Hall and DMC often have no classes in the afternoon~
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at Carnegie Mellon University
Speaking of CMU, there is actually a magical place perfect for writing code! That is, Scaife Hall in the College of Engineering~ The floor-to-ceiling windows face a huge lawn. Looking up, you see sunlight and greenery, which is very, very healing! And there is a cafe downstairs to recharge at any time. The only downside is that there are a bit few outlets, so remember to charge up in advance!
However, let's open up our minds. In fact, you don't necessarily have to stay inside CMU. After all, its campus area is indeed a bit too small (). You can try running next door to the University of Pittsburgh (?, for example, the Cathedral of Learning! This Gothic "cathedral of learning" is simply too awesome! The towering stone vaults and exquisite carved windows max out the atmosphere!
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at University of California, Berkeley
There are too many secret study bases at Berkeley. The top recommendation is Moffitt Library, its advantage is that you can eat food!
And depending on your different needs, you can choose different areas. For example, if you want to talk, you can choose the first to fourth floors; the fifth floor is very quiet, and the scenery with the floor-to-ceiling windows is super beautiful! Moreover, Moffitt is often open 24 hours! We all-nighters are saved! btw, the white hot chocolate at the third-floor coffee shop is highly recommended~!
But if you want to be a bit more advanced, there is actually a second level. Main Stack! You can first go to the third floor of Moffitt, then go through a secret passage, and then congratulations, you will discover a utopia!
Of course, unconventional players can also try the apartment's laundry room (?. It not only has sofas but also tables and chairs, and wifi. When you are too lazy to go out, it is really a good choice! And there is free white noise (not really).
Other places you can try include the Student Center, and the beautifully designed 5-story Physiology department library (you can also eat here!)
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at University of California, Los Angeles
The more famous hidden study paradise at UCLA is: The Study at Hedrick! Open 24 hours, with individual seats and group discussion rooms, but it gets quite crowded during finals. There is also a dining hall next to it~ Eat when you are tired of studying, and study again after eating~
However!! Behind a door that no one noticed, there is actually a starry sky study room hidden, which is especially suitable for night owls who like to study at night (the specific location is next to the dining hall entrance p6).
And every desk has an outlet and a desk lamp! You never have to worry about not finding a charging spot again~
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at Harvard University
Harvard has dozens of libraries alone, but for good study spots, you can look at the following, which have everything you need~
The first recommendation is Cabot Library, located inside the Science Center. The biggest highlight is the chat booth that can be reserved! Ranging from single rooms to four-person and eight-person rooms, once you close the door, it's your private study pod!
Lamont Library is an old-time player. You can use BoardPlus to buy a caramel macchiato at the first-floor cafe ($65 credit per semester). There are quiet nook cubicles upstairs, first come first served. Unlike Cabot, Lamont has many quiet study corners that do not require a reservation.
Another one rarely mentioned is the House Dining Halls! You can also study during off-peak dining hours, and there is a "brain break" - late-night buffet snacks on weekdays. Snacking and studying with friends is simply wonderful. Eliot Dining Hall and Winthrop House are popular choices for the evening!
The most romantic study spot is probably the banks of the Charles River - when the weather is nice, bring a book and sit by the river, watching the sunset and the people rowing boats. Although there are no tables, chairs, or charging ports, the atmosphere is something a library cannot provide.
Others you can try include the Smith Campus Center with a broad view on the 10th floor, and the SEC, the newest building on campus with a maker space! Students living in dormitories can also just go to the Eliot Library inside their building, which takes a minute to walk to, so you don't have to cross the entire campus late at night.
Secret Study Bases Used by International Students at Boston University
BU first recommends the Mugar Memorial Library! It has seven floors. The first floor is suitable for group study, while the higher floors are suitable for focused individual study. The higher you go, the quieter it is, making it okay for both studying and resting! The largest computer lounge on campus is also here.
But if you like a more chill vibe, you can try the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground~ Not only can you experience the white noise of bgm playing overhead, but when you are tired of studying, there are also board games to play (Scrabble, Uno, Connect Four)!
The new CDS building has strong air conditioning, comfortable study nooks in every corner, and Saxby's downstairs is a student-run café.
For students who like to study outdoors, the BU Beach (the largest green space on campus, overlooking the Charles River) and COM Lawn (colorful chairs + fountain water sounds, very pleasant!) are recommended.
Other places include the second floor of the GSU, the Questrom School of Business lobby, and several coffee shops: Pavement Coffeehouse (plentiful natural light), Caffè Nero (rich menu with air conditioning), and Dunkin' on Buick Street (open until midnight on weekends). Those who want to relax can also go to the Charles River Esplanade park to see the natural scenery!
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