Freshman Move-In
Move-in will take place from Friday, August 15 through Sunday, August 17, 2025, for Potomac River North and South, York River East and West, and Santoro Hall.
Plan to arrive on campus on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in order to participate in Changing Tides. If you are a student who will be residing in Rappahannock River Hall, Greek Village, Jefferson, Monroe, or Washington, you may begin checking in on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
- All students will be required to register for a date and time that best meets their needs. Registration instructions will be available at a later date.
- Because of this coordinated effort, students should not request to arrive in advance of the dates designated for their specific residential area. Students required to return early for a university-sponsored event, employment, athletic team or marching band must have their name submitted via their coach, employer or other University sponsor.
- To speed up the unloading process, residents should pack lightly and efficiently, focusing on essentials. Consolidate items into bins and boxes so the vehicle can be unloaded in minimal trips. Residents should not bring additional furniture such as futons, sofas, chairs, etc.
- Residents must unload in their selected time frame and move their vehicle from the unloading area as soon as all belongings have been removed.
- Label all items with the student's name and room number.
- Consolidate items into as few vehicles as possible. You can visit nearby stores later to purchase consumables and other items.
- A limited number of wheeled carts and bins will be available to use on a first-come, first-served basis. Students are encouraged to bring their own carts, wagons, etc.
- Packing List
NOTE: Students will NOT be permitted to move in until all University requirements have been met. This includes:
- The required immunization form with signatures has been submitted or immunization exemption form with all required signatures has been submitted. Immunization forms must be submitted to the immunization portal prior to arrival on campus. Questions regarding immunizations should be directed to registrar@cnu.edu
- An approved photo must be submitted for an official CNU ID. More information will be provided during Setting Sail and within your room assignment letter. You may also visit the Captains Card website for more information.
- Students’ payment for the Fall 2025 semester will need to be paid in full unless you have signed up for a payment plan or contacted the office of Student Accounts, studentaccts@cnu.edu, with how payment will be made. Visit Student Accounts for more information about payment due dates.
- Residents and families must adhere to their selected move-in schedule.
- Students must have a government-issued photo ID available for identity verification and to receive their CNU ID card. If a student has not uploaded their photo, then an ID card will not be available, and they will need to proceed to the Welcome Desk in the David Student Union to get their card. They will NOT be permitted to begin their move-in process until they have their CNU ID. More information will be provided during Setting Sail and within your room assignment letter. You may also visit the Captains Card website for more information.
- Students arriving on Friday, August 15, or Sunday, August 17 will have designated unloading zones. This option is suggested for families who wish to have several vehicles. Students arriving on Saturday, August 16 should arrive in as few vehicles as possible (two or fewer).
- Pack lightly and efficiently, focusing on essentials, and making use of easy-to-handle boxes and storage containers. Do not bring additional furniture such as futons, sofas, chairs, etc. For specific information about your Residence Hall click here.
- Label all items with your name and room number.
- Consolidate items to as few vehicles as possible. You can visit nearby stores later to purchase consumables and other items.
- A limited number of wheeled carts and bins will be available to use on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Residents are encouraged to bring their own carts and hand trucks.
- Vehicles must be moved from the unloading zone once empty to allow space for others.
- Residents and their helpers may return to the room to continue setting up.
- Please direct questions about move-in and/or room and roommate assignments to (757) 594–7527 or reslife@cnu.edu.
- You can view a typical room layout and room furnishings on the Residence Life and Housing Administration webpage.
- Review the Residence Life & Housing Administration Handbook to familiarize yourself with the policies and expectations of living on campus at CNU. Refer to the “Prohibited Items in the Residence Halls” (page 30) sections for information about what items are not permitted in our residence halls for safety purposes.
- Contact roommate(s) to discuss which items to bring (storage boxes, TV, gaming system, etc.) in order to eliminate duplicate items.
- Review the family’s homeowner’s, renter’s and/or health insurance policies and obtain additional coverage if necessary. CNU does not cover liability on any personal belongings.
- Do not use methods of adhesion or surface mounting that may cause damage or leave residue on residence hall walls, doors, floors, or furniture. This includes screws, nails, duct tape, masking tape, double-sided foam mounting tape (with or without hooks) and adhesive-backed LED lighting. Residents are responsible for any damage(s) they may cause.