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Student Life
College is about more than what you learn in the classroom.
Engaged and Present
Bryn Mawr students find a world of possibilities on campus through offerings from Residential Life and Student Engagement and other campus partners. Find out what we have in store for you.
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Residential Life
Our residence halls offer comfortable living spaces that encourage community building and individual growth. Visit the Residential Life website to explore the unique personality each dorm has to offer.
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Student Engagement
Visit the Student Engagement website to learn more about student clubs, leadership opportunities, self-governance, and Bryn Mawr's extraordinary catalog of social, emotional, cultural student experiences.
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Residential Life & Student Engagement Staff
How you spend your free time and engage with the community is just as important to your college experience. At Bryn Mawr, you’ll find limitless ways to follow your passions, apply your learning, and make an impact on your community. Not to mention all the friends and memories you will make along the way!
College Traditions
Bryn Mawr College's traditions help to make the student experience a special one, as well as creating a sense of community that connects students and alumnae/i to the College for generations.
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Making an Impact
The Impact Center is a hub of campus activity aimed at addressing issues of diversity, power, and privilege.
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Living Your Best Life
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Student Support
The college years are a time of accelerated growth, significant challenges and considerable stress. Learn about the resources, opportunities, programming, and accommodations available to help students thrive.
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Physical Well-Being
Bryn Mawr is committed to providing multiple avenues for nurturing students' physical well-being. From competitive NCAA athletic teams to healthy living initiatives, students can engage in countless opportunities for self-care.
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Civic & Community Engagement
Bryn Mawr College offers a wide variety of programs that include providing direct service and opportunities to reflect on that service inside and outside of a classroom setting.
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Celebrating the Arts
The arts scene at Bryn Mawr has presented great artists and performances to Philadelphia-area audiences, creating an environment in which the value of the arts is recognized and celebrated.
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Dining Services
Dining Services takes pride in providing a variety of wholesome and delicious foods and in being responsive to tastes and nutritional needs. Our menu always includes vegetarian and vegan options.
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Transportation
Our tri-college community of Bryn Mawr, Haverford and Swarthmore Colleges is connected through our bus and van service infrastructure. Learn about how to get around using the Blue Bus and Tri-Co Van.