Worst of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Average

The city of Troy where RPI is more than less boring with a few fast food places and the normal chain restaurants, with the exception of a new sports bar and grill. Outside of Troy, no more than 15 min away towards U Albany you will find better choices, nicer restaurants etc.

Weather Can Be a Downer

Unfortunately, there's not much to look forward to in terms of weather. The winters are really cold and sometimes the campus will be frozen. It's actually interesting to see everything frozen, but slippery steps are not fun. Expect most of the fall to be pretty dim, but at least the spring brightens things up.

Off-Campus

Unless you have a car with you, it is unwise to venture off campus at all. You may get stabbed or mugged.