We can't wait for you to check in to your new home at Eastern Illinois University! Move-In Day is a busy and exciting time for both students and parents. We are sure that you have a lot of questions about your new home away from home. If you are unable to find the answers here, call the Housing and Dining Services Office.
Move-In Fall 2022
All students must pre-register for a move-in date and time. The Move-In Registration system will open on July 19. Half-day timeslots on each date are offered on a first-come-first-served basis. More information will be sent to your EIU email account once the system opens.
- New Incoming Freshmen and New Transfer Students can move in on Thursday, August 18
- Returning Students can choose to move in between Friday, August 19, and Sunday, August 21.
- Early Arrivals Students who are part of an approved Early Arrival Group must still register through the Move-In Registration system. If the Move-In Registration system does not allow you to choose your correct Early Arrival date, please submit an Early Arrival Request for approval.
If you submitted a request for an Early Arrival, please check to see if your date has been approved by logging into the Move-In Registration site. If you see the date you requested for your early arrival, please submit your Move-In Registration Info immediately! If the date you requested is not available for you to choose, you can call our office at 217-581-5111.
For more details and to sign up for a Move-In Date, please click eiu.edu/housing/move_in_process
Each resident should report to the residence hall or apartment complex which they are assigned at their pre-registered time to check-in.
Ready to move in? Let’s start talking about some additional details.
| What to Bring/Not Bring | Move-In Guide Emails: |
| Furniture in Rooms | Assignment Guide |
| Microwave and Fridge Rental Order by Aug 3 to ensure delivery to residence hall room. |
Move-In Guide |
| What to Do Upon Arrival | |
| Campus Map | |
Residence Halls & Greek Court
Thursday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 20 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 20 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 21 at 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
University Court
Thursday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 20 at Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 21 at Noon - 3:00 p.m.
By appointment only.
Housing and Dining Services Office Opening Hours
Monday, August 15 at 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 16 at 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 17 at 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 18 at 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 20 at 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 21 at 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 16 at 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 17 at 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 18 at 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 20 at 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 21 at 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Housing: 217-581-5111 Dining: 217-581-5733
Hungry? We've got you covered.
Take advantage of our extended Housing & Dining office hours Thursday – Saturday to purchase dining dollars.
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