Northeastern University at Brooklyn Heights

Overview

Northeastern University has leased housing in Brooklyn Heights, NYC through Educational Housing Services (EHS), a non-profit organization that provides comfortable and secure residences for students in need of short-term housing in New York City.  While EHS has multiple residences in the New York City area, the Brooklyn Heights building is known as the St. George Towers.  Reservations, payment, preparation, move-in, and move-out procedures are coordinated by Northeastern University’s Network Housing & Relocation office.

Location

The St. George Towers are located within a 5 minute walk to the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, and R lines, just one stop away from Manhattan via the Clark Street subway station on the 2 and 3 subway lines, and roughly a $15 taxi ride to Midtown Manhattan during off-peak hours.  There are a number of great restaurants and retail stores in the area, as well as several universities.

Accommodations

Northeastern University has 4 single rooms available at the Brooklyn Heights location, and all rooms are available on a first come, first served basis.  Each room is a single bedroom with a private bathroom directly attached and includes a regular twin-size bed, desk, chair, dresser, refrigerator, television, and closet.  Refer to studenthousing.org/student-life/st-george-towers/arrival to learn more about what you should and should not bring with you for your stay. Your payment also includes the amenities below:

• All utilities: heating, cooling, electricity, internet, and cable
• Communal kitchen
• Mail and package services
• Card-operated laundry facilities in the building
• 24-hour main-entry security desk and surveillance
• Study rooms

Guest Policy: Please note that EHS enforces a strict guest policy.  You must sign in all overnight guests prior to their stay, and there is a $5.00 charge per night, which goes toward student programming.

RATES: $493/week*

• Summer II 2024 (July and August): $4,437
• Fall 2024 (September through December): $8,381
• Spring 2025 (January through April): $8,381
• Summer I 2025 (May and June): $4,437

* Rates are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees

(You will be billed through your Northeastern University account at the beginning of each of the semesters. The cost for the co-op term (full 6 months) is comparable to an NU on-campus rate and will be billed to your NU account as a housing charge. Rates are subject to change.)

DEPOSIT: (Must complete and submit application before making deposit)

• $400 ($200 for each term)
• Deposit returned ONLY if student cancels in writing BEFORE the cancellation deadline (listed on the application). If student does not cancel in writing prior to the deadline, deposit and cost of ENTIRE term is charged to their account

For more information please contact Sonya Cottam at s.cottam@northeastern.edu to set up an appointment.

Applications and Payments

How do I apply?
You can attend a Beyond Boston Housing Workshop  and/or make an appointment with Network Housing & Relocation. After completing this step, you can submit the Housing Application here. Once Network Housing & Relocation has received the application, a staff member will give you deposit authorization.

How much is the housing deposit?
The deposit is $200 per term you will be living in the housing, so most co-op students are paying $400 as their deposit. (For example, $200 deposit for Summer II and $200 for Fall). You are required to pay the deposit when you submit your Beyond Boston Housing Application, that will go towards the total housing payment.

How will I be billed?
You will be billed to your NU account in the same manner as NU on-campus housing.

Can I transfer my on-campus housing deposit to a Beyond Boston Housing deposit?
No, all Beyond Boston Housing deposits must be made through NUPAY. Your on-campus housing deposits will be refunded once you cancel with Housing Services – https://www.northeastern.edu/housing/cancellation-deadlines/.

If I decide not to live in the Beyond Boston Housing I applied for, or if I can’t get the Beyond Boston job I wanted, do I still have to pay for the room?
You must cancel your housing in writing with Network Housing & Relocation 45 days prior to the official start date of the co-op term to avoid paying any housing fees. If you cancel within 45 days of the official start date of the co-op term you will be responsible for ALL 26 weeks of payment.

Move-in/Move-out

Can I move in early/stay late?
Since co-op terms are back to back, early arrivals or late departures directly impact the move-in/move-out and schedule for the student living in the housing before or after you, and can be declined by the housing provider if there is not enough time to clean the rooms between students. If there are extenuating circumstances that require you to move-in early or late, contact Network Housing & Relocation so that we can work with you on arranging short-term accommodations.

Room and Building Amenities

Are the rooms furnished?
Yes. Each room is furnished with a twin-sized bed, desk, and dresser for each student. However, you are responsible for bringing your own linens.

Is there a kitchen in the room?
No. Each room is equipped with a full-size refrigerator and there is a brand new communal kitchen on the first floor.

Is there a bathroom in the room?
Yes. You have your own bathroom.

Do I have to pay for cable or internet?
Cable is already available in the room at no cost when you arrive. You do not have to pay for the internet. All you need to bring is an Ethernet (CAT5) cord to hook up your own computer. Wireless connection is available in the lounge area only.

Do I have to pay utilities?
No. Utilities are included in the cost of the room.

Who should I contact if something in the room is broken?
You should contact your residence staff. More information will be given to you upon check-in. If you are having trouble contacting your residence staff, e-mail NHR@northeastern.edu.

Is there laundry in the building?
Yes. The laundry room is located in the lower level of the building. Machines are card-operated. In order to use the machines, you must first purchase a $5 card that you will reuse each time you do laundry. Each wash and dry costs $2 each.

Is there a fitness center?
No, there is no fitness center available at the Brooklyn Heights location.  

Policies and Procedures

Is there anything I am not allowed to bring?
A list of prohibited items is available in the Arrival Information — Prepare For Your Arrival.

Who should I contact if something in my room is broken?
You should contact your residence staff.

Who should I contact in an emergency?
In an emergency, you should call 911.

What is the guest policy?
Guest policies are stated in the Visitor Policy.

For more information about EHS, you are encouraged to visit studenthousing.org/buildings/st-george-towers.