First-year student Move-in will take place Aug. 11 through Aug. 13. Please note that you will be assigned a specific day and time block to make the move-in process as seamless as possible while adhering to health and safety standards.

Returning students will move back to campus Aug. 14-16. Individual housing assignments will dictate students’ specific move-in dates. 

First-Year Students Move-In Schedule 

First-year students will move-in according to the schedule below. Your residence hall and floor will determine your assigned move-in day and time. In the table below, parking passes for move-in are available. Please print your parking pass and place on your dashboard during move-in.  

Note: If you are a new student (first-year or transfer student) and do not see a time block for your floor, your move-in time block is Wednesday, Aug. 12 from 12-2p.m. 

Returning Student Move-In Schedule 

Returning students will move-in according to the schedule below. Your residence hall and floor will determine your assigned move-in day and time. Parking passes are not needed for returning student move-in. 

***If you are a returning student and do not see a move-in time block, your time will be August 14 from 2p.m.-4p.m.***

Move-In Steps 

1. Arrive and Check In 

On move-in day, please arrive during your assigned time. Proceed to the designated parking area for your residence hall or apartment (see parking passes above), but do not enter the building. Leave your belongings in your vehicle for the time being.

A staff member located in the check-in area will help you complete all the necessary paperwork and  queue for testing COVID-19 testing. (See the testing checklist PDF for further details.)

If COVID-19 Negative, Unload Belongings 

Each of the residence halls has an assigned parking lot where families are able to park while unloading students' belongings.

Learn More About Parking and Unloading

Students who are cleared for COVID-19 will rejoin their move-in helpers and begin to unload. Your resident advisor (RA) will be present on your floor during move-in and will be available to answer any additional questions you may have. All residential students will also receive a Metro Pass at check in.

If you have questions during move-in, look for one of our volunteers, including the orange-shirted Oriflamme leaders. They can help with any questions and will serve as a resource for families and students during Move-in and Fall Welcome.

Reminder: Students and guests/helpers must wear masks to enter all University buildings and must maintain 6-feet of physical distance whenever possible.

3. Relocate Your Vehicle 

Once you are finished unloading, we ask that vehicles relocate to the designated area so others are able to move in. If you park in the Laclede Garage and need to leave, you will be able to park in the Olive Compton Garage when you return. Golf cart shuttles will run from the Olive Compton Garage if you need assistance getting back to your building.

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Move-In Tips

• Have your own protective gear in addition to what we will supply. This may include cleaning wipes, sanitizer, masks, thermometer and other necessities. 
• SLU IDs will be distributed during move-in. Please bring a state-issued ID. 
• Pack your items in boxes that are large enough to minimize the number of trips, but small enough to be carried by one person.
• Pack hanging clothing in plastic bags for easy transport into the building.
• Wrap all breakables in bubble wrap or other protective wrap and mark them “fragile.”
• Label all your boxes with your name, hall and room number.
• Bring appropriate tools for assembly, if needed.
• Dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes.
• Be patient, stay hydrated and have fun!