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Move-In DAY GUIDE
As you prepare for move-in day, our Move-In Day Guide has you covered with essential resources to make your day great. Below is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) that address common questions and concerns for move-in day. Additionally, we’ve tailored information based on different residential populations. Keep an eye out for updates throughout July and August; residential students will receive personalized move-in day instructions. We are excited to welcome you to campus!MOVE-IN DATES & DETAILS
Summer housing ends on Sunday, August 3rd, at 10 p.m. Summer residents interested in residing on campus in August must have a fall housing assignment. Summer-to-fall transition housing is available at an additional cost. Students may volunteer for two (2) shifts during the Drop n' Go program or new student move-in day instead of paying the transition housing fee. Students participating in summer-to-fall transition housing can move into their fall housing assignments beginning August 8th after 12pm and must be fully moved out of their summer housing assignment by 9am August 11th.
Students not interested in summer-to-fall transition housing must move out of their summer housing assignment by 10pm on August 3rd and will check-in during their specific move-in time later in August. More information will be sent via email at the end of July.
New and transfer students are invited to take advantage of our convenient Drop & Go program, designed to make move-in day smoother and less stressful. This optional opportunity allows students to arrive on campus ahead of their official move-in day to drop off belongings, get a first look at their assigned residence hall room, and begin settling in at their own pace.
Students may sign up for a one-hour Drop & Go time slot on the following dates:
- Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Friday, August 21, 2026 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
During their selected time, students may bring one (1) vehicle to campus to unload belongings into their assigned space. This early access can help reduce the volume of items brought on move-in day and provide a more relaxed transition into campus living.
Please note that students must have completed all required pre-arrival checklist items—including resolving any outstanding financial obligations—in order to access their residence hall space. Students who have not completed these requirements will not be permitted to check in or participate in Drop & Go until all items are resolved.
A Drop & Go sign-up link will be sent directly to incoming first-year students when they receive their housing assignments in mid to late July, along with additional details about the process.
We encourage students and families to consider this option as a way to ease the move-in experience and get a head start on preparing for the academic year.
New student move-in takes place on Thursday, August 27. Students will be assigned a 2-hour window to check into their assignment and unload belongings based on the residence hall and floor. Check-in will take place between 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Move-In Schedule by Residence Hall
- 8:00 AM O'Neill 3rd Floor (Even-numbered rooms)
- 9:00 AM O'Neill 1st Floor
- 9:30 AM Glen Riddle 3rd, 4th, & 5th Floor
- 10:00 AM O'Neill 2nd Floor (Even-numbered rooms)
- 10:30 AM Glen Riddle 2nd Floor
- 11:00 AM O'Neill 2nd Floor(Odd-numbered rooms)
- 11:30 AM Flynn, Cunningham, Chiara, Buoni
- 12:00 PM O'Neill 3rd Floor (Odd-numbered rooms)
Check-In Process: Students will start in the Mirenda Center parking lot, participating in a drive-thru check-in experience. After they receive their key and student ID card, the students will proceed to the unloading zone for their residential community.
Students who have not completed all of their checklist items prior to move-in day, including resolving any financial holds, will not be permitted to check into their residence hall until these items are resolved.
Unloading Zone: After receiving your residence hall key and ID card, students will be directed to follow the designated route signage to the unloading zone for their respective halls.
- All vehicles will unload items to the curb.
- Move-in volunteers will assist with carrying items into the residence hall.
- Some carts will be available to move items into the residence halls at each location.
- Vehicle drivers will remain in the vehicle to assist with expediting moving cars to long-term parking after they are unloaded.
- Once the car is unloaded, the driver will move it to long-term parking at the Bruder Life Center.
Students unable to move in during these dates and times must email reslife@neumann.edu to make arrangements before Monday, August 10th.
Returning students volunteering to assist with first-year move-in day as part of the Move Crew are eligible to move into their residence hall on Tuesday, August 19th, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for no additional cost. Check-in will take place at the Residence Life Office in O'Neill Hall. Move-in volunteers must attend the 7 p.m. move-in meeting the same day and volunteer for two shifts on move-in day.
Students will proceed to their residence hall after checking in at the Bruder Life Center. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload.
Residence Life staff will be available at the Cunningham Hall, Glen Riddle Hall, Flynn Hall, O'Neill Hall, and Buoni Apartments desks to assist with cart sign-out, answer any questions, and help students locate their rooms.
Transfer students can move into their residence hall after orientation from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 19th. Students are not permitted to move into their housing assignment before the orientation day program has concluded. Check-in will take place in the Residence Life Office.
Students will proceed to their residence hall after checking in at the Bruder Life Center. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload.
Residence Life staff will be available at the Cunningham Hall, Glen Riddle Hall, Flynn Hall, O'Neill Hall, and Buoni Apartments desks to assist with cart sign-out, answer questions, and help students locate their rooms.
Returning students will move into their fall 2025 residential assignments on Friday, August 22nd from 10am-4pm or Saturday, August 23rd from 10am-2pm in the Residence Life Office on the ground level of O'Neill Hall. Students unable to move-in during these dates and times must email reslife@neumann.edu to make arrangements before Monday, August 18th.
Students will proceed to their residence hall after checking in at O'Neill Hall. Parking is permitted in any spot not labeled 'employee' or 'faculty/staff'. Students and their guests cannot park in the fire lanes outside their buildings to unload. Bin sign-out will be available from the Residence Life office.
When are microfridges delivered?
Residential students have the option of renting a microfridge from Neuman University’s preferred vendor, MyMicroFridge, for an additional cost. Units ordered before August 1st will be delivered on August 19th. Orders placed after August 1st will be delivered on August 28th and September 5th.
What items are recommended to bring with me for my room?
Below are a list of items recommended as a starting point for your packing list.
Bathroom Essentials- Personal care products (shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.)
- Shower caddy
- Shower shoes
- Towels & wash cloths
- Robe
- First aid kit
- Hair dryer, straightener, etc.
- Toilet paper
- Desk lamp & light bulbs
- Pillows & linens for twin extra-long bed
- Waste basket
- School supplies (pens, pencils, notebooks, staple, scissors)
- Late Summer/Fall Clothing
- Plates, mugs, bowls, silverware
- Television
- Refrigerator or Micro-fridge unit
- Paper towels
Miscellaneous
- Cleaning Supplies
- Laundry detergent & hamper
- Surge protectors
- Flashlight with batteries
- Rug (5ft x 7ft fits most rooms)
Roommate Tip: Students are encouraged to communicate with their roommates before move-in day to coordinate who will bring what items to campus and prevent duplicates.
How do I rent a Micro-Fridge?
Neumann University partners with MyMicroFridge.com to offer a micro-fridge rental program. Most residential students split the cost of the micro-fridge unit with their roommate as only one (1) mini-fridge or micro-fridge is permitted per room. Micro-fridges ordered before August 1st will be delivered before move-in day.
Where am I allowed to park during move-in day?
New Students: During their move-in time, new students will have the opportunity to unload belongings from their cars in an unloading zone outside of their building. The driver of the vehicle must stay with the vehicle. Once the vehicle is unloaded, long-term parking for the day is available outside of the Bruder Life Center.
Early Arrival & Returning Students: Students may park in the parking lots outside of their buildings. Parking must be in a designated parking spot.
No parking is permitted on fire lanes or on grass. Please note that any cars left unattended in a fire lane during move-in day may be towed.
Can I submit a room change request?
If you are interested in living with someone but have already been assigned housing, you could explore the option of a room swap — as long as everyone involved is in agreement.
Here’s what you need to do:
✅ Step 1: Talk to Your Current Roommate- Please reach out to your currently assigned roommate and let them know about your interest in living with someone else. Ask if they would be willing to swap rooms with the student you’d like to live with.
✅ Step 2: Get Confirmation- If your current roommate — and the student you'd like to swap with — are all in agreement, send us an email at reslife@neumann.edu with the following: - Names and Neumann emails of all students involved in the swap - A clear outline of who is moving where
✅ Step 3: Reply to Confirm - Once we receive the email, we ask all students involved to reply to confirm that they agree to the room swap. Please note that no swaps will be made official until all parties have responded confirming their agreement. If you have any questions or aren’t sure how to approach your roommate, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help!
How do I change my meal plan?
Students can change their meal through the first Friday of each semester by emailing reslife@neumann.edu or stopping by the Business Office. Please note that residential students are required to have a meal plan. Please fins all information pertaining to meal plans HERE.
