Brandeis University Campus Map (2025-2024)
Welcome to the Brandeis University Campus Map. This guide helps navigate the main campus, which is organized into an Upper Campus and a Lower Campus.
Key landmarks include the Science Complex and the Shapiro Campus Center located centrally, with the Rose Art Museum and Spingold Theater nearby. The map details academic buildings, residence quads, and primary athletic facilities.
Brandeis University Campus Map 2025
This map displays the primary buildings and facilities for 2025. Use this guide to locate academic centers like the Heller School , libraries , and athletic venues such as the Gosman Center.
Printable Brandeis University Campus Map 2025
A printable PDF version of the 2025 campus map is available for offline use. This version is ideal for navigating the campus during tours or events.
Brandeis University Campus Guide
This guide provides further detail on the campus layout. It clarifies the spatial relationships between key academic, residential, and student life facilities referenced on the maps.
Campus Layout & Landmarks
The campus is divided into Upper Campus and Lower Campus zones. Central landmarks include the Shapiro Campus Center and the Usdan Student Center. Academic facilities are clustered, featuring the Science Complex and the Farber and Goldfarb Libraries. The Rose Art Museum is a prominent cultural landmark.
Walking Routes & Accessibility
Pedestrian pathways connect the major quads, including Massell Quad and Handel Quad. The map also identifies specific evacuation staging areas for different zones, such as the Tower Lot for the Red Zone and the Athletics Lot for the Blue Zone.
Parking & Entrances
Visitor and permit parking is available across campus. The main entrance leads to key areas, with designated parking like the Admissions Lot near the Carl and Ruth Shapiro Admissions Center. Refer to the parking map for specific locations like the Theater Lot and Science Lot.
Transit & Getting Here
The campus is accessible via main roads leading to the Main Entrance Information Booth. Internal campus routes connect parking lots, such as the Charles River Lot, to residential and academic sectors. The map highlights key access points for navigating the campus.
Dorms & Student Housing
Student housing is organized in several areas. Residence quads include Massell Quad , Handel Quad , and Foster Residence Quad. Other residence halls include Coffman Res Hall , Rosenthal Residence Hall , Shapiro Residence Hall , and Ziv Quad. The Charles River Apartments are also available.
Dining & Student Life
Student life is centered around the Shapiro Campus Center and the Usdan Student Center. The Spingold Theater Center and chapels like the Berlin Chapel support cultural and community activities. Athletic facilities include the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center and Mertus Field.
Older Brandeis University Campus Maps
This archive contains campus maps from previous years. These maps are available for historical reference and to observe changes in campus layout and building development over time.
Brandeis University Campus Map 2024
FAQ
Is Brandeis a prestigious school?
Brandeis University is considered a prestigious school due to its strong academics, influential faculty, and research output. It consistently ranks among the top national universities in the U.S. and is especially respected for programs in the sciences, humanities, and social policy.
Is Brandeis only for Jews?
Brandeis University is not only for Jewish students. While it was founded by the American Jewish community and maintains strong Jewish cultural ties, it welcomes students of all backgrounds, religions, and beliefs. The university promotes diversity, inclusion, and academic freedom.
Is Brandeis an Ivy League school?
Brandeis University is not an Ivy League school. It is a private research university located in Waltham, Massachusetts, and is known for academic excellence and social justice. While highly respected, the Ivy League only includes eight specific Northeastern universities, and Brandeis is not among them.
What kind of kids go to Brandeis?
Students who attend Brandeis University are often academically driven, socially conscious, and politically engaged. Many are interested in liberal arts, sciences, and social justice. The student body is known for its diversity, intellectual curiosity, and active involvement in campus and global issues.
