Move-In Information

As you prepare for move-in, check out our list of essential and optional items, including what to bring and what not to bring, and additional recommendations for those moving into the Residential Suites.

During move-in week (August 16–19), Lots Q, F1, and F2 are reserved for 30-minute active unloading only.

If you need extended or overnight parking:

• Suites and Residential Halls: Lot P, Lot B, or Parking Structure 2
• Traditional Halls: Lot F3, Lot F4, or Parking Structure 1

When you arrive for your scheduled move-in day, please go to the correct check-in location.

Sicomoro Hall or Secoya
August 16 - 19: Check in at the Sicomoro Multipurpose Room, Building 73.

Encinitas, Montecito, Alamitos, or Aliso
August 16: Check in at Lot F2.
August 17 - 19: Check in at the Traditional Hall Housing Office, Building 71.

Estrellas, Bonita, Sol, Montanas, or Luna
August 16: Check in at the Suites MPR, near Vista Market.
August 17 - 19: Check in at the Sicomoro Multipurpose Room, Building 73.

After-hours check-in
If you arrive between 6 PM and 10 PM, call the RA on duty for your building. The phone number is posted on your building’s front door and available online by clicking here.

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Room access varies by housing community:

• Residential Halls: Use your Bronco ID card for building, room, and bathroom access.
• Traditional Halls: Receive a hard key for building and room access.

Residential Suites: Receive a hard key for your room and an access card for building and suite entry.

You are responsible for all issued keys and access cards. Lost or unreturned items will result in replacement charges:

• $120 for a lock change and new hard keys
• $30 per replacement access card

From Sunday, August 16 to Wednesday, August 19, we're kicking off the year with four days of non-stop energy and community fun with Welcome Week! Get to know your new home, meet fellow Broncos, and dive into campus life. You won’t want to miss a moment! Check out our Welcome Week page for this year’s events and activities to kick off your college journey the right way!