Find Your Community
Your time as a Fletcher student will go far beyond the classroom. You’ll be part of a curious, energetic and inspired community. As a school focused on experiential education, Fletcher supports students in all aspects of their life here, including student life, research and career development. With over 30 student clubs, case competitions, annual student-run conferences and treks, you’ll find your way at Fletcher.
Find Your Home
Boston is one of the biggest university cities in the world, and students often find a community in the surrounding area. From volunteering to joining local clubs to networking opportunities, there is so much to take advantage of in the Boston area.
Learn more about resources for students from around the world in Boston.
If you’re worried about finding a place to stay, there is comfortable housing in the surrounding Somerville/Medford area. Fletcher also offers on-campus housing for graduate students in degree-seeking programs, only one block from where your classes will be held.
Fletcher CORE
Many full-time Fletcher students continue to work part-time while they complete their degree. From semester- or year-long jobs as a Research Assistant, to one-off opportunities, jobs are regularly posted.
Beyond your time as a student, as part of the Fletcher family, you will have free access for life to our online directory and career platform.
Create a Fletcher CORE account
Edwin Ginn Library
Fletcher’s Edwin Ginn Library is a vibrant center for study and research on campus. Here you can browse their extensive collections, find a place to study and get help with research,
StAAR Center
The StAAR Center provides students with comprehensive academic support: study skills, time management and accessing academic accommodations.
Health, Fitness and Recreation
Tufts University athletics facilities are open to the entire community. Break a sweat at the Steve Tisch Sports and Fitness Center, swim at Tufts' Hamilton Pool, or join student clubs like Fletcher Fútbol. Stay active with classes in yoga, pilates, tennis, spinning and rock climbing.
Tufts Counseling and Mental Health Services
Confidential support for mental health and well-being.
Tufts Health Service
Comprehensive health services to keep you feeling your best.
Office of Health Promotion and Prevention
Physical well-being and recovery resources for a balanced lifestyle.
Parental Resources
Tailored support for those navigating the unique challenges and joys of parenthood.
Tufts Dining Services
Tufts Dining Services operates several dining halls and cafes on the Medford/Somerville campus. The university can connect you with food resources to support your diet and lifestyle.
University Chaplaincy
With its location in the Boston area, Fletcher is surrounded by many different places of worship, and University Chaplaincy is also a hub of spiritual life on campus.
Cyndi Rubino, Director of Student Experience
Cyndi has a B.A. and MAT from Simmons University where she studied education and psychology. Under her guidance, the Office of Student Experience is the nucleus of student engagement, leadership and support at Fletcher. Cyndi advises Student Council, global treks, student organizations, and annual student-led conferences. Students also seek out Cyndi’s guidance on individual wellbeing, Title IX, and other matters. Can’t find Cyndi in her office? She may be at a Culture Night, social hour, or other gathering.
Donna DeFuria, Assistant Director, Student Outreach & Support
Donna has a B.A. in psychology from Boston University and an M.A. in counseling psychology from William James College. Donna helps students who have concerns about wellbeing, connects students with resources across Tufts and assists students in navigating leave.