Keep checking back for updates including packing lists, driving instructions and more as we approach the big day!
Fall 2025 Dates
First-year Move-in: Wednesday August 20 and Thursday August 21
Transfer Move-in: Wednesday August 20 and Thursday August 21
Returner Move-in: Sunday, August 24th
Getting Ready for Move-in
What To Bring
Room Essentials
- Blankets/Pillows/Sheets - Mattress Size: 36" x 80" x 7.25" or 915cm (about 30.02 ft) x 203.2cm (about 6.67 ft) x 18.3cm (about 7.2 in)
- Small Trash Can
- Flip Flops/Shower Shoes
- Hamper/Laundry Detergent/Laundry Bag
- Hangers
- Shower Caddy
- Towels
- Toiletries
- Under-Bed Boxes/Crates
- Ethernet Cable - 25 ft.
- Recommended for gaming consoles or other things that aren’t accessable with UVM WiFi
- Fan (Recommend a Box Fan or Windowsill Fan)
- Surge Protector
- Coffee Pot with Automatic Shutoff
- Keurig®-type Coffee Machine
- Microwave (700 watts or less)
- Refrigerator (4.0 cu. ft., 34" or less)
- Bowl/Plate/Cups/Silverware/Can Opener
- Dishwashing Liquid/Sponge
- Paper Towels/Napkins
- Storage Containers
- Lamps (please only bring energy efficient LED bulbs)
- Energy-efficient LED bulbs
- Tape
- Band-Aids/Thermometer/Pain Relief Meds
- Acceptable Identification for an I-9 - for students who plan to work while they are here (on or off campus).
- Note: All forms of Identification must be original- photocopy/screen pics will not be accepted.
- Copy of Personal Health/Property Insurance
- Copy of Property Serial Numbers
- Tools/Flashlight
Prohibited Items
- All models of air conditioners
- Amplified sound equipment
- Candles or Incense
- All cooking appliances, including toaster, drip coffee pot, hot plate, panini press, rice cooker, etc.
- Hoverboards
- Exposed heating elements (including sun lamps, hot plates, and space heaters)
- Any extra furniture that would create a fire hazard
- Faceplate or Octopus-style extension cords
- Firearms or Weapons
- Flammable liquids (gas, kerosene)
- Grills (all kinds)
- Halogen lights/lightbulbs
- Compact florescent lightbulbs
- Mercury thermometers
- Microwaves above 700 watts
- Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon aquarium or service/comfort animals approved by SAS)
Provided Furniture
Per Student
- Desk
- Chair
- Dresser or wardrobe/dresser combination
- XL twin bed (Mattress size: 36” x 80” x 7.25)
- Bed safety rail (installed on all lofted beds)
Per Room
- Overhead light
- Window blinds/shades
- Internet jack
- Recycle bin
- Composting bags are available in every residence hall at your front desk. When full, place the whole bag in the green compost container in the main lobby of your building, and then get yourself a new bag. We do not provide a trash can.
Microfridges and Microwaves
We've partnered with Microfridge for you to rent a mini fridge and microwave for the academic year, which will be delivered right to your room. Please visit their site for more details about renting your fridge or microwave.
- The fridge has 2 full-width shelves and space in the door for a 2-liter bottle.
- There is also a separate freezer with a door shelf.
- The microwave is a 700-watt turntable system with 3 cooking levels. It includes an LED clock display and electronic touchpad controls.
- Every unit has an internal smoke detector to shut off the microwave in case of smoke.
- Each unit has 2 USB A ports and a traditional wall outlet on the the front of the microwave.
- Each unit is powered by only 1 plug.
Bed Rails
UVM is required to install bed safety rails on every bed. These rails should not be removed. If bed rails are removed or missing during regular Health & Safety inspections, students will be charged for reinstallation and replacement fees, as noted in the Housing & Meal Plan Contract.
Arrival Details
Early Arrivals and Changing Arrival Days
First-Year Students
You are arriving on either Wednesday, August 20 or Thursday, August 21. Your specific move in date and time will be confirmed in your housing portal in early August (along with your room assignment).
If, due to travel arrangements, you need to switch from 8/21 to 8/22 or from 8/22 to 8/21, simply call our office and we can make that adjustment for you. We can be reached at 802-656-3434 or universityhousing@uvm.edu. There is no cost for this change.
If you are looking to arrive early, we will have a 1-day early arrival and a 2-day early arrival option available. Early arrival fees will be billed to your student account.
One-Day early Arrival - Tuesday, August 19 - $51
Two-Day early Arrival - Monday, August 18 - $102
To notify us that you are arriving early, you must submit an Early Arrival form. Please note: if you fill out the form, you will not receive confirmation of receipt and can just plan to come the day you requested.
Returning Students
Returning students are welcome back on Sunday, August 24 anytime between 8-4:30 and classes start Monday, August 26. We will not be allowing anyone to move-in on Saturday, August 23, but we will have a 1-day early return and a 2-day early return option available. Early return fees will be billed to your student account.
One-Day early Return - Friday, August 22 - $51
Two-Day early Return - Thursday, August 21 - $102
To notify us that you are returning early, you must submit an Early Return form. Please note: if you fill out the form, you will not receive confirmation of receipt and can just plan to come the day you requested.
Athletes and Students Arriving Early with Campus-Sponsored Programs
You do not need to complete an early arrival form and you can disregard any dates and times of move-in in your housing portals. Residential Life has received a list of names from your program coordinator, coach or supervisor and we will be expecting you on the day your program beings!
Getting to Campus/Overview
We are excited to share that we have created step-by-step walkthroughs for each campus. These will cover how to get to your specific campus from Interstate 89 and what to expect once you get to campus. Not sure what campus your hall is on? Find your hall on our Hall Information page.
Athletic Campus Walkthrough
Central Campus Walkthrough
Trinity Campus Walkthrough
Redstone Campus Walkthrough
Our goal is to prevent congestion and keep traffic moving smoothly— be sure to follow any directions given by staff or volunteers.
Ride Share/Public Transportation
If you are taking ride share or public transportation, you can disregard driving directions above and simply navigate directly to your hall unless you are living on Athletic campus.
If you are living on Athletic campus, please navigate to the Davis Center and take the shuttle that will be running all day to Athletic campus.
Accessibility/Elevators
If you or anyone accompanying you have any accessibility concerns, please share that with the first staff member you see once you are on campus so we can make necessary accommodations.
Elevators
Please note that the following buildings do NOT have elevators. For safety reasons, these buildings also do not have carts available for move-in day:
Simpson, Hamilton, Coolidge, Redstone, Hunt, McCann, Ready, Richardson, Sichel, L/L, Converse, Cottages
Again, please let us know if you need accommodations made and we will do our best to assist.
You've Arrived
Move-in Rewind
Fall 2024 Move-in Day was a blast– thank you to our awesome campus partners and volunteers!