Moving In

Fall 2023 Move-In Information

We can't wait for you to join us on campus this fall! 

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MOVE-IN SIGN UP

All residents, regardless of their arrival date, must complete the Fall Move-In Sign Up form in the Housing Portal before arriving on campus for the fall semester. Residents can choose either a Morning (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) or Afternoon (1 - 5 p.m.) move-in time slot.

Early and Late Arrival Information

All residents arriving before or after August 17 must complete the Fall Move-In Sign Up form in the Housing Portal before arriving on campus for the fall semester. Residents will indicate their arrival date and can choose either a Morning (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) or Afternoon (1 - 5 p.m.) move-in time slot on August 13-16 or August 18-20.

Early arrival is available for residents with a need to arrive before Grand Opening. Early arrival dates are Sunday, August 13 – Wednesday, August 16. Residents arriving early are responsible for paying the nightly rate of their room until the housing agreement’s start date of Thursday, August 17 (unless early arrival costs are covered by their pre-approved population/group). Late arrival is available for residents who need to arrive after Grand Opening.

Select your move-in date below to view arrival and check-in information.

Moving In: August 18

If you have signed up to arrive on August 18, you will arrive on campus during your move-in time slot and receive your keys at the check-in location listed below. 

When you arrive on campus, make your way to the designated unloading zone for your area. View nearby 30-minute unloading zones and long-term parking on the Move-In Map. Once you have parked, please proceed to the check-in location for your area where our team will help you check in and get your key(s). You must have your USF ID or a government-issued ID to check in.

Check-In Locations: August 18

The Village (Beacon, Endeavor, Horizon, Pinnacle, and Summit Halls)
Residents of these halls will check in at the Holly L (HAL)

Beta, Castor, Cypress, Greek Village, Holly, Kosove, and Maple Halls 
Residents of these halls will check in at Holly L (HAL)

Juniper, Poplar, and Magnolia Residents
Residents of these halls will check in at the Juniper-Poplar Lobby Service Desk (JPH)

Moving In: August 19-20

If you have signed up to arrive on August 19 or 20, you will arrive on campus during your move-in time slot and receive your keys at the check-in location listed below.

When you arrive on campus, make your way to the designated unloading zone for your area. View nearby 30-minute unloading zones and long-term parking on the Move-In Map. Once you have parked, please proceed to the check-in location for your area where our team will help you check in and get your key(s). You must have your USF ID or a government-issued ID to check in.

Check-In Locations: August 19 - 20

Beta, Castor, Cypress, Greek Village, Holly, Kosove, Maple Halls and The Village (Beacon, Endeavor, Horizon, Pinnacle, and Summit Halls)
Residents of these halls will check in at Holly L (HAL)

Juniper, Poplar, and Magnolia Residents
Residents of these halls will check in at the Juniper-Poplar Lobby Service Desk (JPH)

MOVE-IN FAQ

Are there fees for arriving early?

Residents approved to participate in early arrival are responsible for paying the nightly rate of their room until the housing agreement’s start date of Thursday, August 17 (unless early arrival costs are covered by their special population/group).

I'm a Greek Village Resident. What do I need to know?

Greek Village check-in will take place on August 13 - 20 between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Check-in locations for each date are listed below. When you arrive on campus, make your way to the designated unloading zone for your area. View nearby 30-minute unloading zones and long-term parking on the Move-In Map. Once you have parked, please proceed to the check-in location for your area where our team will help you check in and get your key(s). You must have your USF ID or a government-issued ID to check in.

I need hotel accommodations. What is recommended?

Those in need of hotel accommodations surrounding move-in should make reservations early. Explore nearby hotels and accommodations here.

Parking Information: During Move-In

General

  • Parking regulations are in place and enforced on the USF Tampa campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please review the Parking Rules & Regulations.
  • Please do not park in the unloading zones longer than 30 minutes. Our team will help direct you to a nearby parking lot.
  • A limited number of carts will be available as you unload in designated unloading zones. If you prefer not to utilize these carts or in case of carts being in use when you arrive, we encourage residents and families to bring their own carts or hand trucks to assist in your move-in process.  
  • Please do not park in any "Disabled Parking" space unless displaying a proper state-issued Disabled Parking placard, hangtag, or license plate.  
  • Please do not park in Numbered, Reserved, or Labeled parking spaces. 
  • Please note that the Publix parking lot is not a USF parking lot and non-customers parked in the lot will be addressed by Publix Management.   

Residents

  • Make sure to purchase your virtual "R" parking permit online in advance. 
  • There are no additional processing fees when purchasing your permit online.
  • Once complete, the license plate and vehicle you associate with your purchase will have immediate access to your parking privileges.
  • Click here to learn more and purchase your virtual parking permit.

Vehicles with trailers, or vehicles that can't fit in one parking space

  • Oversize vehicles and vehicles with trailers will be directed to park in lots 18, 43, and 47. Oversize rental trucks, vehicles with trailers, and motorhomes after unloading at designated locations are to be directed to the lots identified above. Please note: we do not recommend packing bulky furniture or items that prevent a speedy move-in/move-out process. 

Parking Information: After You Move In

  • Parking permits are required to park on the USF Tampa campus 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
  • Only residents with "R" permits are allowed to park in "R" lots.
  • After 5:30 p.m. and on weekends, resident students with an R permit may park in E, S, GZ, Y, or D designated areas. Park-n-Ride (Y) permits are required to park in "Y" designated lots from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday.

Dining Information

Meal Plans
Prior to receiving keys to your new USF home, you must complete a Meal Plan Contract (if you are a first-time-in-college student). For almost all residents, you completed this as part of the housing application. If you require assistance with your meal plan when you arrive, there will be staff on campus who can assist you.

How do I sign up for a meal plan?

You will choose your meal plan in your housing application. If you have not selected a meal plan, please visit the Housing Portal, then go to the housing application section to complete a meal plan application.

How do I pay for a meal plan?

All meal plans will be billed to your student OASIS account.

Will my financial aid cover the cost of the meal plan?

Because all meal plans are billed to your student OASIS account, if you are receiving any scholarships, loans, grants, etc, these funds may help cover part of your meal plan charge. Financial Aid will apply to tuition/fees, housing, and THEN meal plan charges. Funds remaining after tuition, fees, and housing have been paid will apply to the meal plan charge. If you have questions about your specific aid situation, contact Student Financial Services at sfshelp@usf.edu.

Where is the best place to learn more about dining?

Visit the USF Dining website and review the terms & conditions in the "meal plans" section.

When do fall meal plans activate?

Fall meal plans will begin on August 17. Dining options will be available on-campus for students and families to purchase outside of their meal plan days. Learn more on USF Dining's website.

How do I change my meal plan option?

Meal plan options can be modified through the Meal Plan Office (located in the Marshall Student Center) during the first week of class. For more information, please visit the USF Dining Website. 

If you have additional questions, please contact Dining Services at 813-974-4499, via email, or visit Dining Services in person at the Marshall Student Center, 1st floor, Room 1502, during normal business hours.

Service Desks 

If your key access is not working or if you lose your key, visit your service desk for assistance. The housing service desk hours of operation are 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. from August 13 - 20. Starting August 21, the service desk hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., and Saturday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you need assistance outside of these hours, please contact the RA on duty for your residence hall.

Beta, Castor, Cypress, Holly, Kosove, Maple, and Greek Village Residents
Holly M
  
Juniper, Poplar, and Magnolia Residents 
Juniper-Poplar Lobby

The Village (Beacon, Endeavor, Horizon, Pinnacle, and Summit Hall) Residents
The Hub

Residential Mail

Your mailbox information is visible on the same screen as your housing assignment in the Housing Portal. If you want to ship anything prior to move-in, please wait until August 1. Retrieve packages and mail from your area’s Mail Center (North Campus: Holly H, South Campus: JPH lobby). The Holly H Mail Center will be open starting Saturday, August 5. The JPH Mail Center will open for the Fall term on Monday, August 7. Learn more and look up your mailing address!

Mail Center Fall Hours
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 12 - 3 p.m.

Grand Opening Weekend Hours
Thursday, August 17: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday, August 18 - Sunday, August 20: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Trash and Dumpster Locations

We understand that residents moving in during Grand Opening week will have boxes and trash that need to be disposed of. Please be sure to break down cardboard boxes before taking them to your nearest trash receptacle.

USFCard Request and Pick Up

New students will receive their USFCard during their orientation session. If a new or returning student has not picked up their USFCard by move-in day, they MUST request their USFCard online one week prior to arrival to campus. The USFCard pick-up location will be at the housing check-in in the MSC on Thursday, August 17 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you are arriving to campus on a different date, please check the USFCard website for pick-up location and hours of operation.

Requesting Your USFCard
For new students picking up their first USFCard: New students should request their initial USFCard through MyBullsPath, or directly at the USFCard Request Site. Your Oasis account will be charged $10 for your initial ID card. 

For returning students who already have a current USFCard:
No action is needed. You can continue to use your existing USFCard for all services.

For returning students needing a replacement USFCard:
To request a replacement for an existing card, please enter your request at the USFCard Request Site. Your Oasis account will be charged $15 for your replacement ID card.

Don't forget! You must present a valid government-issued photo ID to receive your USFCard.

Residence Hall Access
While we encourage you to bring your USFCard to check in, a USFCard is not required for a student to check in and receive their keys. HOWEVER, a USFCard is required in order to gain access to a student's residence hall.

USFCard Distribution
Please follow the instructions listed below to order your USFCard.

  • Complete the online ID card application on the USFCard Request Site.
  • Submit a photo of yourself and a photo of your driver's license or passport.
  • Wait for the approved e-mail (this will come to your USF e-mail).
  • Pick up your USFCard during your move-in appointment (at a location to be announced).
  • Activate your card – usf.edu/activate-card (You must do this for it to work).


Accommodations

USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. If you would like to request an accommodation for move-in, we ask that you contact our office at 813-974-0001 or housing@usf.edu five days before your arrival.

Rocky at Check-In

Get READY TO MOVE IN: BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

  1. Sign up for a move-in time slot.
    All residents, regardless of their arrival date, must complete the Fall Move-In Sign Up form in the Housing Portal before arriving on campus for the fall semester. 
  2. Review the Move-In Checklist.
    Check out the Move-In Checklist for a packing list with what you should (and shouldn't) bring with you to campus!
  3. Choose the height of your bed.
    Submit an online maintenance request for your preferred bed height before you arrive on campus. Keep in mind that lofting assistance may take longer after residents have moved in! Requests made during move-in week will be completed by September 1; however, HRE Facilities Technicians will continue to respond to adjustment requests in the order in which they are submitted. 

    DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST YOU BED HEIGHT ON YOUR OWN.  Adjusting the bed on your own can cause damage to the bed and/or potentially harm yourself.  Click here to learn more and submit your request.
  4. Request and activate your USFCard.
    Most new students will receive their USFCard during their orientation session. If you do not have a USFCard, you'll need to submit a request for one. You must do this before arriving to move in! A USF ID is required to gain access to a student's residence hall. Your card will not work until activated, so remember to activate your card before arriving on campus.
  5. Prepare items to help with your move-in.
    Bring water to stay hydrated, as well as sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats to protect yourself from the sun. A limited number of carts will be available to check out directly during Grand Opening, so we encourage residents and families to bring their own carts or hand trucks to assist in the move-in process!
  6. Know your housing assignment.  
    Log in to the Housing Portal, select "My Account," then "My Assignments," then “View Assignments, Roommates, and Suitemates” to view your fall/spring housing assignment. This is also where your roommates/suite-mates/apartment-mates are listed. If you don't have an assignment, contact us for assistance.  
  7. Connect with your roommates, suitemates, or apartment-mates. 
    Communicate and coordinate what you will bring to campus. Things like printers, microwaves, refrigerators, and TVs can be shared! If possible, please coordinate with your roommate to avoid selecting the same move-in date and time.  
  8. Check your insurance. 
    Please review your student housing agreement regarding loss liability. Look into your homeowner's/renter's insurance to see if it covers your belongings on campus. If not, purchase additional insurance through your company or check out these specialized options.
  9. Connect with your fellow Bulls! 
    Get in touch with other incoming students and stay up-to-date on important university announcements through your class Facebook group.  
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Helpful Information

Card Center (Student IDs) - 813-974-2357 - SVC 1032
Dining Services/Meal Plans - 813-974-4499 - MSC 1502
Financial Aid - 813-974-4700 - SVC 1102
New Student Connections - 813-974-2896 - MSC 3200
Parking & Transportation Services - 813-974-3990 - PSB 101
Student Accessibility Services - 813-974-4309 - SVC 1133
Undergraduate Admissions - 813-974-3350 - SVC 1036
USF Campus Police - 813-974-2628 (non-emergency) 911 (emergency)

Healthy Bull Tips

Moving can be stressful. Fight off stress by establishing a healthy routine of sleep, diet, and exercise. On campus, get a great workout at the Campus Recreation Center and find tips on managing your stress at the Center for Student Well-Being in the MSC.

Move-in Mailer

Incoming Fall 2023 residents with a domestic address listed on their application will be mailed a move-in mailer to guide them for arrival on Grand Opening day (August 17)

View a digital version of the 2023 move-in mailer here.