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UR Move-In

We are excited to welcome you to campus! We have prepared the following resources to help you through the process of accessing campus, navigating through your check-in location and where to park once your Boilermaker has unloaded their belongings. 

Please continue to check this page to get the most updated move-in information as it is made available.

Fall Move-In Details

Move-in timeslots will be pre-assigned for new students and returning students, and are based on program participation, if applicable, and/or contract start dates. These timeslots will be released with student housing assignment notifications. If you need to make travel arrangements prior to the timeslot being released, please refer to the available dates below and plan accordingly.  

If you need to change your assigned time due to an extenuating circumstance such as flight arrangements, illness, transportation issues, internship commitments, etc., you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will also be included in the housing assignment notification email. 

Engineering Academic Boot Camp, Emerging Leaders, Health and Human Sciences Connex, Early Start & Summer Start

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around June 15. Report to the main office of your assigned residence hall to pick up your key and check-in. Addresses for residence halls may be found here. All students will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot. Please have available your Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

  • Engineering Academic Boot Camp: July 5 (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
  • Emerging Leaders, Health & Human Sciences Connex: July 7 (8:30 am - 2:30 pm)
  • Early Start, Summer Start: July 7 (8:30 am - 2:30 pm)
Boiler Gold Rush International (BGRi)

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around July 15. Report to the Co-Rec (address is below) to pick up your key and check-in. All students will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot. Please have available your Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

  • August 11 (9:00 am - 6:00 pm)
  • Arrivals after hours should report to the main office of your assigned residence hall

France A. Cordova Recreational Sports Center

Gyms 4, 5, 6

355 N. Martin Jischke Drive

West Lafayette, IN 47906

Boiler Gold Rush (BGR)

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around July 15. Report to the main office of your assigned residence hall to pick up your key and check-in. Addresses for residence halls may be found here. Specific directional information coming soon regarding unloading zones. All students will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot. Please have available your Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

  • August 13 (9:00 am - 6:00 pm)
  • August 14 (9:00 am - 6:00 pm)
  • August 15 (9:00 am - 3:00 pm)
New Student - Early Arrival Group

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around July 15. Report to the main office of your assigned residence hall to pick up your key and check-in. Addresses for residence halls may be found here. Specific directional information coming soon regarding unloading zones. Please have available your Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

Arrivals prior to August 11 will not have a scheduled move-in time. Arrivals after August 11 will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot.

Students assigned to our URBA locations should report to Hawkins Hall to pick up your key and check-in. URBA locations include:

  • Benchmark
  • Cedarwood
  • Fuse
  • Two-30-One Flats
  • Grant 333
  • Russell 414
  • Salisbury
  • Steely 410
  • Village West
  • Waldron 19
  • Waldron 125
  • Waldron Square

Requesting an arrival before August 18 may result in a $35 per day room-only fee. This fee is dependent on whether your program covers your early arrival fee and should be communicated with you by your program coordinator. Questions regarding coverage should be directed to your program coordinator.

Are you signed up for an early arrival group after assignments go out? Instructions for making changes will be included in the housing assignment notification email.

New Student - No Early Arrival Group Status

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around July 15. Report to the main office of your assigned residence hall to pick up your key and check-in. Addresses for residence halls may be found here. Specific directional information coming soon regarding unloading zones. All students assigned to a traditional residence hall will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot. Please have available your Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

Students assigned to our URBA locations should report to Hawkins Hall to pick up your key and check-in. URBA locations include:

  • Benchmark
  • Cedarwood
  • Fuse
  • Two-30-One Flats
  • Grant 333
  • Russell 414
  • Salisbury
  • Steely 410
  • Village West
  • Waldron 19
  • Waldron 125
  • Waldron Square

Requesting an arrival before August 18 may result in a $35 per day room-only fee and must be pre-approved through the early arrival request form found in your housing portal. 

Returning Student - Early Arrival Group

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around July 15. Report to the main office of your assigned residence hall to pick up your key and check-in. Addresses for residence halls may be found here. Specific directional information coming soon regarding unloading zones. Please have available your Purdue ID Card, Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

Arrivals prior to August 11 will not have a scheduled move-in time. Arrivals after August 11 will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot.

Students assigned to our URBA locations should report to Hawkins Hall to pick up your key and check-in. URBA locations include:

  • Benchmark
  • Cedarwood
  • Fuse
  • Two-30-One Flats
  • Grant 333
  • Russell 414
  • Salisbury
  • Steely 410
  • Village West
  • Waldron 19
  • Waldron 125
  • Waldron Square

Requesting an arrival before August 18 may result in a $35 per day room-only fee. This fee is dependent on whether your program covers your early arrival fee and should be communicated with you by your program coordinator. Questions regarding coverage should be directed to your program coordinator.

Have you signed up for an early arrival program after assignments have gone out? Instructions for making changes will be included in the housing assignment notification email.

Returning Student - No Early Arrival Group Status

Move-in instructions will be provided in your housing assignment notification on or around July 15. Report to the main office of your assigned residence hall to pick up your key and check-in. Addresses for residence halls may be found here. Specific directional information coming soon regarding unloading zones. All students assigned to a traditional residence hall will receive a 30-minute move-in timeslot. Please have available your Purdue ID Card, Purdue Mobile Credential ID or government issued ID and a printed copy of your move-in pass.

Students assigned to our URBA locations should report to Hawkins Hall to pick up your key and check-in. URBA locations include:

  • Benchmark
  • Cedarwood
  • Fuse
  • Two-30-One Flats
  • Grant 333
  • Russell 414
  • Salisbury
  • Steely 410
  • Village West
  • Waldron 19
  • Waldron 125
  • Waldron Square

Requesting an arrival before August 18 may result in a $35 per day room-only fee and must be pre-approved through the early arrival request form found in your housing portal. 

FAQs

Can an assigned time be changed if a student has a legitimate conflict? What is the process to do that?
Yes, a student can change their assigned timeslot if they have a conflict. Please be aware that if you must change your assigned time, there is no guarantee you will receive a new timeslot during BGRi or BGR while move-in assistance is provided. Many locations may have carts available for use during move-in. Instructions for making changes will be included in the housing assignment notification email.  
I can't make my scheduled move-in time. What are my next steps?
If you need to change your assigned time due to an extenuating circumstance such as flight arrangements, illness, transportation issues, internship commitments, etc., you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will be included in the housing assignment notification email. 
What defines a legitimate reason to request a change in move-in time?

Legitimate reasons may vary for many people. We would ask that you remain as flexible as possible and consult the website for any necessary changes prior to emailing your residence hall. Some basic guidelines for legitimate reasons may include, but are not limited to:

  • flight arrangements
  • illness
  • internship commitments
  • signing up for BGRi, BGR, or other early arrival program after housing assignments are released
  • transportation issues
Cannot make your assigned time work?
If you need to change your assigned time due to an extenuating circumstance such as flight arrangements, illness, transportation issues, internship commitments, etc., you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will also be included in the housing assignment notification email.  
Participating in an early arrival program and cannot make your assigned time work or your plans have changed?
If you need to change your assigned time, you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will also be included in the housing assignment notification email.  
I am traveling a long distance (international or out of state) and need to make flight and/or hotel reservations early. What should I do?

A student can change their assigned timeslot if they have a conflict. Please be aware that if you must change your assigned time, there is no guarantee you will receive a new timeslot during BGRi or BGR while move-in assistance is provided. Many locations may have carts available for use during move-in.

If you need to change your assigned time, you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will also be included in the housing assignment notification email.  

I am participating in BGRi, will times be assigned for BGRi participants too?
Yes, we will assign timeslots for BGRi participants. If you need to adjust your arrival time, you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will also be included in the housing assignment notification email.
I have a question, who do I contact?
  • Prior to assignments going out, email housing@purdue.edu. Please be patient while waiting for a response, as we receive a higher than average volume during this time.
  • After assignments go out, students must contact their assigned residence hall's main office via email. To best accommodate students and their families, we would ask that all requests for move-in timeslot changes be communicated by email to the student's assigned residence hall. This allows us to have a written record of the requested change and helps to ensure no requests for changes are lost or inadvertently overlooked.
When will I receive my assigned move-in time?
Students will receive an email on or around May 16 explaining the move-in process for the academic year. Your assigned move-in time will be shared with you as part of your assignment notification sent on or around July 15.
I have not yet signed up for BGRi or BGR, but assignments have been released and I have received a move-in time outside of the BGR(i) move-in window. What do I do?
If you need to adjust your arrival time, you will have the ability to do so. Instructions for making changes will also be included in the housing assignment notification email.
A Purdue family posing for a photo in their student's dorm room on move-in day.

What You'll Need

Items Provided By University Residences:
  • Bed
  • Mattress
  • Curtains (that must stay in place)
  • Desk with chair and lamp
  • Dresser
  • Trash can
  • Smoke detector
  • Closet and drawer space
  • All utilities
  • Internet outlets
Items you may want to bring with you:
  • Alarm clock
  • Laundry basket
  • Pillow, bed linens and blanket (not electric) for a twin bed - 36" x 78"
  • Umbrella
  • First aid kit
  • Bathrobe
  • Toiletries
  • Fan
  • Towels and wash cloths
  • Flashlight
Items you may NOT bring with you:
  • Candles, incense or anything else you would burn
  • Electric bed warmers
  • Empty alcohol bottles for decoration
  • Fireworks
  • Grills
  • Halogen lamps
  • Hoverboards
  • Paintball guns
  • Pets (except small fish)
  • Portable AC units
  • Toaster ovens or any cooking equipment other than a hot pot or a small microwave oven
  • (for undergraduate residence halls)

Hilltop Apartments Appliance Policy

The following appliances are permitted in your apartment:
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Rice Cooker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee Maker
  • Water Pot/Hot Pot
  • George Foreman Grill
  • Crockpot
The following appliances are NOT permitted in your apartment:
  • Hot Plates and Burner Plates
  • Candle/Wax Warmers
  • Portable Washers
  • Electric Woks
  • Toaster Ovens
  • Space Heaters
  • Halogen Lamps
  • Pizza Ovens and Pizza Bakers
  • Electric Blankets
  • Electric Skillets
  • Plug-in Air Fresheners
  • Indoor Grills
A Purdue family posing for a photo outside of a residence hall on move-in day.