New Student Arrival Information

Fall 2008 new students should report for check-in to the residence halls on Thursday, August 21, 2008. The deadline for claiming your room is 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 21st. Please contact the Housing Office, Old Main 210, for permission for late arrival.

Please call the Housing Office (717-477-1701) if you have a conflict and want us to hold your assignment past this date. NOTE: Failing to occupy your room does not automatically release you from your housing agreement if you enroll in school.


Arrival and Move in Schedule 2008-2009 Residence Halls

Check-in Times City, County or State Zip Code
8:00 - 9:45 a.m.

Mid-State-
Cumberland/Dauphin/Franklin/Perry/Mifflin/Adams

17000-17375
9:45 - 11:35 a.m. Washington, Allegheny, Somerset, Bedford,Greene/Lehigh, Schuylkill, Wayne 15000-15999
18000-18999
11:35 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Erie, Potter, Tioga, Beaver/York, Lancaster, Snyder/Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia

16000-16999
17401-17985
20000-29999
12:45 - 2:00 p.m. Philadelphia/Delaware/New York/New Jersey 01000-14999
19000-19999
Flexible between 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Other States

Various
If your specific zip code is not listed please pick one that is near your area.

When you arrive:

  • Pull your vehicle into a designated unloading zone near the building.
  • Unload your belongings at the curb and have someone move your vehicle to a nearby lot.
  • Orientation personnel will be available to assist moving your belongings into the building.
  • Report to the check-in location in your hall's lobby.
  • Receive your keys and other check-in materials. Also you will have the opportunity to purchase a hall association sticker for $5.00.

Room/Apartment Condition Report
When you check-in, you will receive an RCR/ACR (Room/Apartment Condition Report) which states the condition of the various items in the room as inspected by the residence hall staff. After you check-in, you should take a few minutes to inspect your room. If your form does not accurately reflect the condition of your room, you must bring any discrepancies to the attention of the residence hall staff within 48 hours to ensure that you will not be held financially accountable for these damages at check-out.

Moving in day is always a bustle of activity both inside and outside the residence halls. Our staff will be there to help things run as smoothly as possible and both your patience and cooperation are important and appreciated.