The RPI Handbook of Student Rights & Responsibilities reflects the shared values and expectations of our campus community. It outlines both your rights and your responsibilities as a student, supporting an environment of respect, integrity, and academic success.

All students are expected to follow the policies in the Handbook, as well as other Institute rules and requirements. For those living in campus housing, compliance with these policies is also a condition of residence, in addition to the terms of your housing contract.

We encourage every student to become familiar with the Handbook and related Institute policies. The Handbook is reviewed at least once a year, and updates may occur as needed. Any changes will be communicated to the community, and the most current version will always be available to you. If there is ever a difference between what is summarized in the Handbook and the full Institute policy, the official policy will apply.

If you have questions about the Handbook or need clarification, please contact the Dean of Students Office for assistance.

Dean of Students Office
Academy Hall, Suite 4100
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
110 8th Street
Troy, NY 12180-3590 USA

The RPI Student Conduct System is educational in its approach and designed to promote personal growth, accountability, responsible decision-making, and ethical behavior. It encourages students to reflect on their actions, understand their impact on the community, and learn from their experiences. It explains how alleged violations are reported, investigated, and resolved, often including hearing processes and potential sanctions (e.g., warning, probation, suspension, expulsion).Jurisdiction is, by definition, the right, authority, and power to hear and adjudicate the controversy that people seek to bring before a hearing officer or board.

The Student Conduct Code applies to all students and organizations. Students and organizations may be held accountable for the misconduct of their guests.

The RPI Student Conduct Code is a formal set of expectations that outlines how students and organizations are expected to behave as members of the RPI campus community. It not only outlines what students and organizations should not do but also informs them of their rights, fair process, and access to resources. A violation of the Student Conduct Code includes:

(a) committing a prohibited act,
(b) attempting to commit a prohibited act, or
(c) encouraging or assisting another person in any way in committing a prohibited act.

Disciplinary action may be taken against any student or group found responsible for violating any of the following regulations: