Fall 2026 Move-In
At Notre Dame, we strive to facilitate as smooth, safe, and efficient a move-in experience as possible. To do so, the Office of Residential Life relies on the cooperation and collaboration of numerous different departments, programs, university staff members, students, and parents.
Please read the following pages carefully, as they contain important information for students and parents regarding Fall Move-In. Students should plan to adhere to all Move-In policies, procedures, and timelines as communicated by the Office of Residential Life, Rectors, and Hall Staff. Doing so allows our staff to manage traffic, ensure rooms and residence halls are prepared for your arrival, and facilitate a safe and welcoming move-in experience for students and parents.
We appreciate your patience as Residential Life works to finalize plans for Fall 2026 Move-In. Below are anticipated dates and times for Fall 2026 move-in; they are subject to change based on the University calendar and Welcome Weekend experience.
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| Date | Student Arrival Group | Arrival Time Range | Staging Lots in Operation | Staging Lot Open for Vehicle Line-Up | Release of Cars to Residence Halls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 19* | University Group Early Arrival* | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT* | YES | 9:00 AM EDT | 10:00 AM EDT |
| Thursday, August 20* |
Transfer Students** & University Group Early Arrival* |
10:00 AM-1:00PM EDT** | YES | 9:00 AM EDT | 10:00 AM EDT |
| Friday, August 21** | First Year Students** | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM EDT** | YES | 8:00 AM EDT | 9:00 AM EDT |
| Saturday, August 22*** | University Group Early Arrival* | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT*** | NO | NO | No Staging Lots On Saturday |
| Sunday, August 23 | Returning Students | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT | YES | 8:00 AM EDT | 9:00 AM EDT |
*University Group Early Arrival: Students will receive communication from their group contact, if their group arrival has been approved by Residential Life to arrive at the schedule dates/times.
**First Year and Transfer Students: It is encouraged to be moved in by the end time of the arrival time range, especially as it relates to participation in Welcome Weekend.
***Saturday Move-In is only for those approved to move in, as granted by the Office of Residential LIfe
Additional Notes for Move-In Based on Group Type:
First Year Students
First Year students are not permitted early arrival for any reason, unless they are part of an approved University Group who will submit an early arrival request on their behalf.
First Year International Students
New Undergraduate International Students Living On-Campus: Undergraduate International Students who are new to living on-campus at Notre Dame, and attending the Undergraduate International Student Orientation (ISO) must ensure they are registered with the Office of International Student and Scholar Affairs.
Transfer Students
Transfer students will not be able to sign up for an arrival time until an on-campus fall assignment is confirmed for them by Residential Life. Decisions regarding transfer student housing assignments will not be confirmed until mid-to-late July.
Returning Students
Unless part of an approved early arrival request submitted by an approved University Group or have an individual early arrival request approved by Residential Life, returning students (including returning international students) are permitted only to begin arriving on Sunday, August 23, 2026. More information regarding regarding move-in appointments will come by July.
Revised 4.16.2026