Upperclassman Move-In
Move-in will begin on Thursday, July 31, 2025, for Extended Apartments, which include:
- Rappahannock River
- Greek Village
- CNU Apartments: Jefferson, Monroe, and Washington
Move-in will begin on Friday, August 22, 2025, for Apartments and Main Campus, which include:
- James River
- Potomac River South
- Warwick River
- CNU Landing
- CNU Village: Taylor, Tyler and Wilson
- Presidents Hall
- CNU Apartments: Harrison and Madison
- 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
Extended Apartments (occupancy period beginning on July 31)
While there is no formal registration process for move-in, please review all move-in instructions to ensure a smooth arrival to campus.
Apartments and Main Campus (occupancy period beginning on August 22)
Registration links will be available on the Housing Portal on August 4.
Extended Apartments
- July 31 through August 24
- includes Greek Village, Rappahannock River Hall, Monroe, Jefferson and Washington
Apartments
- August 22 through 24
- includes CNU Landing, Presidents Hall, Harrison, Madison, Taylor, Tyler, and Wilson
Main Campus
- August 22 through 24
- includes James River Hall, Potomac River Hall South, and Warwick River Hall
- At the start of your registered time (if applicable), report to the designated unloading area.
- Proceed to the check-in location to register with Residence Life and Housing Administration staff (see directions below).
- Residents will have their CNU ID card encoded at this time and receive room keys (if applicable).
- If the ID card has been lost or damaged, or you are a transfer student, stop first at the David Student Union Welcome Desk. You may view the hours of operation on the Captains Card website.
- Residents will receive instructions for completing a room condition form via their cnu.edu email.
Please follow these instructions if you reside in Greek Village, Rappahannock River Hall, Monroe, Jefferson, or Washington.
FOR ARRIVAL JULY 31 THROUGH AUGUST 12
- Staff will be available to check you into your residence hall between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., everyday.
- We highly encourage residents to check-in Monday-Friday during business hours, as additional staff will be available to assist you with your arrival to campus.
- Most campus offices are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Please follow the instructions below upon your arrival to campus for move-in.
- Arrive on-campus via Warwick Blvd by turning West onto University Place.
- Continue West on University Place until reaching Lot F.
- Park in Lot F and check in at the James River front desk to encode your CNU ID and receive your bedroom key.
- Once checked in, proceed to the parking lot closest to your residence hall to unload.
FOR ARRIVAL AUGUST 13 THROUGH AUGUST 24
- Staff will be available to check you into your residence hall during limited hours.
- Greek Village, Rappahannock
- Staff will be available to check you into your residence hall between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., everyday at the James River front desk.
- We highly encourage residents to check-in Monday-Friday during business hours, as additional staff will be available to assist you with your arrival to campus.
- Most campus offices are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Please follow the instructions below upon your arrival to campus for move-in.
- Arrive on-campus via Warwick Blvd by turning West onto University Place.
- Continue West on University Place until reaching Lot F.
- Park in Lot F and check in at the James River front desk to encode your CNU ID and receive your bedroom key.
- Once checked in, proceed to the parking lot closest to your residence hall to unload.
- Staff will be available to check you into your residence hall between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., everyday at the James River front desk.
- Monroe, Jefferson, and Washington
- Staff will be available to check you into your residence hall between noon and 6 p.m., everyday at the East Campus Area office, located on the 2nd floor of Tyler.
- Please follow the instructions below upon your arrival to campus for move-in.
- Arrive on campus by turning East onto University Place.
- Turn right into the East Campus complex between CNU Village and CNU Landing.
- Park in spots near the entry to CNU Village.
- Proceed to the East Campus Area Office on the 2nd floor of Tyler Hall to encode your CNU ID.
- Once checked-in, proceed to the parking area near your building to unload.
- Greek Village, Rappahannock
Please follow these instructions if you reside in James River, Potomac River South, Warwick River, CNU Landing, Presidents Hall, Harrison, Madison, or CNU Village (Taylor, Tyler, Wilson).
CNU Landing, Taylor, Tyler, Wilson, Harrison, Madison, and Presidents
- Arrive on campus by turning East onto University Place.
- Turn right into the East Campus complex between CNU Village and CNU Landing.
- Park in spots near the entry to CNU Village.
- Proceed to the East Campus Area Office on the 2nd floor of Tyler Hall to encode your CNU ID.
- Once checked in, proceed to the parking area near your building to unload.
- Once unloaded, move vehicles away from the building entry to allow others to unload close to the building.
James River Hall
- Arrive on-campus via Warwick Blvd by turning West onto University Place.
- Continue West on University Place until reaching Lot F.
- Park in Lot F and check in at the front desk.
- Once checked in, please unload quickly.
- Once unloaded, move vehicles elsewhere on campus to allow others to unload close to the building.
- Parking is available in Lots E3, E4, I, G, and H.
Potomac River Hall South
- Arrive on-campus via Avenue of the Arts.
- Turn left onto Shoe Lane.
- Turn right onto Moore’s Lane.
- Turn right onto the roadway behind Potomac River Hall South.
- Use the sidewalk to walk between the two buildings, and then turn right to proceed to the entrance to Potomac River Hall South.
- Check-in at the front desk.
- Once checked-in, park in an available space in Lot K or L to unload.
- Once unloaded, move vehicles elsewhere on campus to allow others to unload close to the building. Parking is available in Lots G, H, E3, E4, and I.
Warwick River Hall
- Arrive on-campus via Warwick Blvd by turning West onto Prince Drew Rd.
- Continue West on Prince Drew Rd. until reaching the entry point between Lots E2 and E3.
- Check-in at the Warwick East front desk by entering Warwick via the entrance closest to the Warwick Blvd/Lot E1.
- Once checked in, park in the unloading zone in parking Lot E2
- Once unloaded, move vehicles elsewhere on campus to allow others to unload close to the building
- After vehicles are unloaded, parking is available in Lots E1, E2, E3 and E4
- On Main Campus and Rappahannock River Hall, a limited number of wheeled carts and bins will be available to use on a first-come, first-served basis.
- All residents are encouraged to bring their own carts and hand trucks.
- Vehicles must be unloaded in the selected time block.
- Once unloaded, move vehicles from the unloading area to make space for others to unload.
- Residents and their helpers may return to the room to continue setting up.
- After unpacking, break down boxes, bag trash and remove all debris to designated trash locations. Please do not leave trash in hallways, lounges, stairwells or parking lots.
- Campus traffic and parking during move-in will be congested, so please be patient.
- Drive carefully and watch for pedestrians.
- Do not park on the grass, in front of fire hydrants or along yellow curbs.
- Display DMV-issued permit to park in handicapped spaces.
- Once unloaded, move vehicles away from the unloading area to make space for others.
- For more information about parking on campus, contact Parking Services at (757) 594–7129.
- 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.