Freshman Move-In
Move-in will take place from Friday, August 16 through Sunday, August 18, 2024, for Santoro Hall, Potomac River North and South, York River East and York River West.
- 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 Captain’s Card website for more information.
- Students' payment due date is August 8, 2024. The balance 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.
- 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 go wait in line 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 Captain’s Card website for more information.
- Students arriving on Friday, August 16, or Sunday, August 18 will have designated unloading zones. This option is suggested for families who wish to have several vehicles. Students arriving on Saturday, August 17 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 to (757) 594–7527 or reslife@cnu.edu.
- Please direct questions about room and roommate assignments to (757) 594–7756 or housingadmin@cnu.edu.
- You can view a typical room layout and room furnishings on the University Housing webpage.
- Review suggestions of “Things to Bring” as well as “Prohibited Items” as listed in the Residence Life Handbook.
- 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 screws, nails, duct tape, masking tape, double-sided foam tape (with or without hooks) or any other method of hanging things that may cause damage or leave residue on residence hall walls. Residents are responsible for any damage(s) they may cause.