Fall 2026 Term
- Sunday, August 23 for First-Year and Transfer students
- Sunday, August 30 for returning upper-level students
Spring 2027 Term
- Friday, January 15 for all returning students
Move-In FAQs
The move in period for returning upper-level students is Sunday, August 30th through Monday, August 31st. Students can arrive any day during that timeframe, and are expected to return to campus no later than Monday, August 31st.
All students must select a Fall move in appointment via the Housing Portal. For more information, please visit the Move In section.
Students will select a move in appointment through the Undergraduate Housing Portal. The Fall move in portal will open to students over the summer. Students will receive communications from the Housing Office that the move in portal has opened along with instructions on how to select a move in appointment.
Students may not move into their residences before the official opening day of the college. Early move ins are not allowed, and our office cannot grant exceptions.
Pre-term move in is restricted to pre-approved groups, such as student leaders, athletes, or students participating in orientation & move in activities. These students will receive specific information related to move in from their program leaders and residential college offices.
Some helpful tips as you prepare for move in:
- Ensure you have scheduled your move-in appointment in advance via the Housing Portal
- Be attentive to your Yale student email as you’ll receive important information and reminders from your residential college and the housing office
- Make note of any restrictions for late arrivals (after 5:00pm) and communicate changes in plans as soon as possible to your college office
- Visit the Move In section for more information. First-Year and Transfer students should also refer to the Planning Your Move website for additional tips and resources.
If you anticipate a delayed arrival, be sure to update your move-in appointment in the Undergraduate Housing Portal at least 48 hours in advance. If you run into an unexpected delay on the day of your move in, contact your residential college office for further assistance.
Move-Out FAQs
Fall 2026 Winter Recess
- Wednesday, December 23rd at 12:00pm noon
Spring 2027 Term
- Thursday, May 13th at 3:00pm for all students and non-graduating seniors
- Friday, May 14th at 9:00am for students pre-approved for post-term housing
- Tuesday, May 25th at 12:00pm noon for graduating seniors
When departing campus, students must check out of their room assignment via the Undergraduate Housing Portal. Students should ensure they’ve completed the Check-Out Checklist prior to their departure.
Students must vacate campus by the published deadlines. Late departures cannot be accommodated and there are no exceptions.
- Make note of closing dates for the residential colleges and prepare and pack up your room accordingly
- Complete the Check-Out Checklist
- Plan any storage and/or shipping needs in advance of your departure
- Be attentive to your Yale student email as you’ll receive important information and reminders from your residential college and the housing office
- Students departing for the winter recess and returning in the spring should make sure to:
Make sure room is tidy and all electrical cords are removed from their sockets- Close windows and ensure heat is maintained
- Students living in double rooms with an empty space should make sure the room is ready to welcome a new roommate. This includes moving the beds apart (if necessary) and ensuring that your personal items are confined to your side of the room
- Review the Move Out section for more information