Schapiro Hall, Residential complex at Columbia University, Manhattan, United States
Schapiro Hall is a 17-story residence building at 605 West 115th Street with rooms for 330 students in a mix of single and double accommodations. The building features two study spaces, multiple floor lounges, and a quiet study zone in the penthouse level.
The building opened in 1988 and enabled Columbia University to provide on-campus housing for all undergraduate students for the first time in its history. This expansion of student housing marked a turning point for the university and the student experience there.
The building provides music practice rooms and communal spaces where student organizations regularly gather and host events throughout the academic year. These shared areas allow residents to pursue their interests and build community together within the residence hall.
The building is easily accessible and provides good study spaces suited to different learning styles, from communal areas to quiet zones. Note that this is a student residence hall primarily accessible to those living there, so visiting hours may be limited.
The hall is named after Morris Schapiro, a banker who played a role in major mergers of financial institutions and shaped New York's banking landscape. This connection to a leading financial figure shows the university's ties to the business world.
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