Housing & Dining Services

Move In

Information

Welcome To CSU!

We are excited to welcome you to campus this August! We have linked each step of this checklist for you to help you plan ahead.

Before you arrive, plan to:

√ Complete Ram Orientation

√ Complete a Housing Application

√ Get your RamCard

√ Review this Move In page information

√ Review driving and parking directions

√ Read the FAQ’s about Move In 

Move In Dates: Monday, Aug. 12 – Wednesday, Aug. 14

  • Register for a Move In arrival time slot via the CSU Housing Portal (opens in July)
  • Registrations are limited to 25 residents per hour, per residence hall, between the hours of 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (drop-in hours after 6 p.m.).
  • Changes to the scheduled arrival time should be made via the housing portal.
  • New students are encouraged to move in within the three allotted Move In days so that they can arrive in time to participate in Ram Welcome activities.
  • Early Move In: Visit the FAQ for more information about early move in options.
  • Late Move In: Those who need to move in after Aug. 16 may check in at their residence hall’s front desk up until Aug. 18.

PACKING LIST

What to Bring

  • A government-issued ID for move-in and to get your RamCard if you have not already done so
  • Bedding & Bath Supplies (Linen program available)
  • Computer
  • Surge protected power strips
  • Network cable (Cat5 computer cable with RJ45 connectors)
  • Desk lamp (halogen not permitted)
  • Small chair/seating
  • Cleaning supplies* (Every hall houses laundry facilities; Suite )
  • Minimal cooking/eating utensils (community kitchens are in each hall)
  • First-aid/care kit
  • MicroFridge (Consider renting instead of purchasing)
  • Bicycle and U-Lock (Consider not bringing a vehicle)
  • Contact your roommate prior to arriving to coordinate who is bringing what shared items

What NOT to Bring

Rooms are furnished with these basics (one item per student):

  • Beds with mattresses (twin extra-long: 39” x 80”; Limited XXL beds available)
  • Desks and chair
  • Closet/Wardrobe
  • Trash & recycling bin
  • Window coverings

*Custodial services are provided for all bathroom facilities, corridors, floor lounges, and other public areas. It the residents’ responsibility to periodically clean their rooms and suite-style bathrooms. Vacuums and other limited supplies are available for check out at front desks.

PREPARING TECHNOLOGY BEFORE MOVE IN

University policy requires computer systems to have current operating systems, patches & updates.

  • Windows, Apple, Macintosh or Unix/Linux operating systems are allowed
  • Windows computers are required to have current anti-virus software
  • Free anti-virus software options (Microsoft Security EssentialsAvast, and AVG)

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

You are encouraged to utilize alternative transportation in lieu of bringing a vehicle. Bike registration is $10 and can be completed online before you arrive. Parking on campus is limited and requires a permit. Learn more about residents’ transportation options and policies.

RENTER’S INSURANCE 

All students living in the residence halls should consider insurance to cover personal items (bikes, books, computers, electronics, etc.) that may be lost, damaged, and/or destroyed by accident, theft, or other means.

  • The University does not cover students’ personal items
  • Family homeowner policies may provide coverage
  • Not all homeowner policies cover everything students bring to school

REVIEW OUR POLICIES

Familiarize yourself with our policies and other helpful tools to help foster a successful on-campus living experience, such as emergency procedures, advice on renter’s insurance, and guidance on roommate agreements.

RamCard
All CSU students are required to have a RamCard, and hall residents will need one to use their meal plan. If you did not get yours during Summer Orientation, visit the RamCard Office in Lory Student Center room 271 on your Move In day and remember to bring your Government-issued ID. Get directions and what to bring with you.

Bed Lofting
All residence hall beds will come set at the standard low height of 20” with the ability to be lofted to a medium or high height. Residents who wish to loft their bed are encouraged to do so during Move In with the help of a friend or family member. Instructions will be provided and staff assistance will be available if needed during this time. More information, including measurements, can be found on our policies page under Bed Lofting.

On-Campus Dining
Download GrubHub when you arrive on campus so that you can place mobile food orders. Dining options and hours of operation are found at housing.colostate.edu/dining/hours-explore; and menus are posted at csumenus.nutrislice.com

Colorado State University Residence Hall Linens Program

Colorado State University has been offering the Residence Hall Linens program since 1993.

Students at Colorado State University require specially-sized sheets, mattress pads and comforters to fit campus mattresses. These beds, which are longer than 76 inches, are intended to maximize student comfort. When you reserve your college bedding through this program, you ensure the right size linens for move-in.

For your convenience, we have partnered with Dormify to provide an easy, affordable way to purchase Twin XL bedding, dorm storage solutions, and everything else you’ll need (and want) for your new home away from home. 

MicroFridge® with Safe Plug® is the original combination appliance, designed for the collegiate environment. MicroFridge® with Safe Plug® is approved by your school because it’s safe. There are no exposed heating elements and MicroFridge® with Safe Plug®’s patented internal circuitry is designed to reduce energy consumption.

 
 
Ordering Your MicroFridge
  • Pay with check or money order
  • If students place an order before the cutoff date the unit will be delivered to their room before they arrive to campus. If it is placed after the cut-off date we will arrange delivery with them once they get to campus.
  • Free delivery
  • After order is placed, you will be contacted to arrange delivery to your room
  • Delivery will most likely take place after you arrive on campus
  • View rental agreement
  • Brochure
 

Approximate Dimensions:  19″ wide x 20 ” deep x 44″ high

Academic Year Rental:  $208

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