Far from ordinary, connected to everything

Ivy climbs the walls of a brick building on the �Ӱ��̳ College campus.

Far from ordinary, connected to everything

Travel made simple

�Ӱ��̳ is a campus that feels like you’re stepping into another world: brick buildings with ivy, quiet lakeside paths and historic halls that have shaped generations of learning. At the same time, getting here is simple. Bradley International Airport is less than 45 minutes away, and major cities like Boston and New York are an easy drive.

Accessible from anywhere, yet distinct from everywhere, �Ӱ��̳ offers both ease of travel and a sense of place that stays with you long after you leave.

Plan your visit Beyond campus

Where exactly is �Ӱ��̳ College?

Graphic of �Ӱ��̳ - 1.5 hours away from Boston and 3.5 hours from New York City

�Ӱ��̳ is located in South Hadley, Massachusetts, between the Connecticut River and the �Ӱ��̳ Range. Our campus offers the feel of a retreat while sitting at the center of a highly-connected region.

This unique location means you can step into a campus that feels set apart, yet remain closely linked to airports, highways and the other colleges that make up the Five College Consortium.

Getting here

Getting here by plane

Bradley International Airport (BDL), located just over the Connecticut border, is the closest major airport to campus, less than 45 minutes away by car. Multiple direct flights arrive daily from cities across the country.

For those traveling from farther away, Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is 1.5 hours from campus, and New York City airports (JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark) are about 3.5 hours.

Getting here by car

Getting here by bus

A group of �Ӱ��̳ College students sitting on some steps talking

One trip, multiple destinations

A visit to �Ӱ��̳ opens the door to so much more. Within just 20 minutes of campus are Amherst College, Hampshire College, Smith College and the University of Massachusetts Amherst – together forming the Five College Consortium. Families often plan their trip to see several campuses in a single weekend, making the most of their time in western Massachusetts.

For students, the consortium means the chance to take classes at any of the five colleges, access an expanded network of faculty and resources, and be part of one of the most dynamic academic communities in the country.

Learn more about the Five Colleges

Mary Lyon Hall, Winter '24, Photo by Max Wilhelm

Stay a while?

There are plenty of lodging options both on campus and within a short drive.

The Willits-Hallowell Conference Center and Hotel is a convenient on-campus option for visiting families who want to stay close. There are also hotels and inns in nearby South Hadley, Hadley, Amherst and Northampton. Many families choose to extend their visit to enjoy local dining, arts and attractions, taking advantage of the convenience of staying close to all five colleges.

Plan your visit

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