WELCOME, WARRIOR
It's almost time to move into the Village at Stanislaus State! Please make sure to review the following instructions (and regularly check your Stan State email) so that you are prepared for your move.
Review our Move-In Guide for important information about what to pack, what to leave behind, to-do list items before you arrive, and tips for settling into community living.
Fall Move-In Day: August 14
Get ready to kick off the year with all the excitement of Move-In Day! We strongly encourage students to arrive on Move-In Day so they can take advantage of our streamlined drive-thru check-in, helpful unloading volunteers, Welcome celebration, and everything that makes move-in fun and stress-free.
While August 14 is the first day of the 2026–27 housing contract, students who are unable to arrive that day may move in later. If you plan to arrive after August 14, you must notify the Housing Office of your expected arrival date in advance.
All incoming residents must complete the following prior to moving in:
- Make First Housing Payment
- Schedule Move-In Day Timeslot*
- Get Your Warrior ID Card (recommended)**
*Each timeslot is 2 hours and offers enough time to check in and unload items. The link to schedule a timeslot is emailed approximately 1 month before Move-In Day.
**New Stan State students only. It is recommended that you do this at NSO so you have your card when you arrive.
1. Arrive during your scheduled Move-In Day timeslot. Non-Move-In-Day or after-hours arrivals should proceed directly to the Housing Office to check in (skip to Step 3).
2. Proceed directly to Parking Lot 4 off Crowell Road to pick up your keys. Have your Move-In QR code (available in the Housing Portal) ready to scan.
3. After check-in, you may temporarily park in an Unloading Zone.
- Units -00 to -30: Village 1 Circle or Lot 6
- Units -31 to -55: Lot 7 Near Tennis Courts
4. After you've unloaded, please move your vehicle to Lot 6 or 7. Parking is free on Move-In Day and weekends.
5. Complete your Room Inspection within 5 days of moving in. Turn the paper Room Inspection sheet into the Front Desk once finished.
We're so happy you're here! Before classes start, take some time to bond with your roommates, meet your neighbors, and learn more about campus life.
- Check your email or visit the Housing Office for the Welcome Week calendar
- Download the Campus Groups app for a campus-wide listing of Welcome events
- Feeling hungry? Visit Main Dining for a bite to eat
- Have questions about your class schedule? Reach out to your Peer Academic Coach to prepare for the semester (find their contact info on your unit's bulletin board)
If you're feeling overwhelmed or don't know where to go, let us help. Visit the Housing Office to chat with a staff member.
If you cannot check in outside of the provided times, you must report to the Housing Office during business hours to check in and receive your keys. The Office typically offers extended weekend hours over move-in weekend to accommodate students who cannot arrive on Friday. More information will be sent via email approximately one month before Move-In Day.
Spring Move-In Day: January 25
Get ready to kick off the year with all the excitement of Move-In Day! We strongly encourage students to arrive on Spring Move-In Day so they can take advantage of our streamlined check-in process.
While January 25 is the first day of the 2026–27 housing contract, students who are unable to arrive that day may move in later. If you plan to arrive after January 25, you must notify the Housing Office of your expected arrival date in advance.
All incoming residents must complete the following prior to moving in:
- Make First Housing Payment
- Get Your Warrior ID Card (recommended)**
**New Stan State students only. It is recommended that you do this at NSO so you have your card when you arrive.
1. Visit the Housing Office during the scheduled move-in time.
2. After check-in, you may temporarily park in an Unloading Zone.
- Units -00 to -30: Village 1 Circle or Lot 6
- Units -31 to -55: Lot 7 Near Tennis Courts
3. After you've unloaded, please move your vehicle to Lot 6 or 7. Parking is free on Move-In Day and weekends.
4. Complete your Room Inspection within 5 days of moving in. Turn the paper Room Inspection sheet into the Front Desk once finished.
We're so happy you're here! Before classes start, take some time to bond with your roommates, meet your neighbors, and learn more about campus life.
- Check your email or visit the Housing Office for the Welcome Week calendar
- Download the Campus Groups app for a campus-wide listing of Welcome events
- Feeling hungry? Visit Main Dining for a bite to eat
- Have questions about your class schedule? Reach out to your Peer Academic Coach to prepare for the semester (find their contact info on your unit's bulletin board)
If you're feeling overwhelmed or don't know where to go, let us help. Visit the Housing Office to chat with a staff member.
If you cannot check in outside of the provided times, you must report to the Housing Office during business hours to check in and receive your keys. The Office typically offers extended weekend hours over move-in weekend to accommodate students who cannot arrive on Friday. More information will be sent via email approximately two weeks before Move-In Day.
Mid-Semester Move-Ins
1. Arrive on your scheduled Move-In Day.
2. Proceed directly to the Housing Office to pick up your keys. Have your Move-In QR code (available in the Housing Portal) ready to scan.
3. After check-in, you may temporarily park in an Unloading Zone.
- Units -00 to -30: Village 1 Circle or Lot 6
- Units -31 to -55: Lot 7 Near Tennis Courts
4. After you've unloaded, please move your vehicle to Lot 6 or 7. Parking is free on the weekends only.
5. Complete your Room Inspection within 5 days of moving in. Turn the paper Room Inspection sheet into the Front Desk once finished.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the Housing Office at housing@csustan.edu or 209-667-3675 for assistance.
Parking is free in Lots 6 and 7 on the weekends and on Move-In Day.
Residents living in units -00 to -30 should:
- Unload in Village 1 Circle
- Park in Parking Lot 6
Residents living in units -31 and above should:
- Unload near Village 3 Tennis Courts
- Park in Parking Lot 7
Early or late check-ins outside of Move-In Day should have their campus parking pass displayed or purchase a daily pass from any of the campus ticket kiosks.
If you need to check in earlier than the scheduled Move-In Day, early check-in may be available for a daily rate of $40 per night.
Early check-in is subject to availability and restrictions apply. To request early check-in, residents must complete the Early Check-In Request Form on the Forms & Policies page of our website well in advance of their requested check-in date. Please note that early check-in may not be available if your room is still being prepared by our maintenance or custodial team, and not all check-in requests will be approved.
Selecting a timeslot and checking in during that window is a crucial part of the Move-In Day process. If you cannot check in outside of the provided times, you must report to the Housing Office during business hours to check in and receive your keys.
If you arrive after hours, please call the 24/7 line at 209-667-3675.
Friends and family members are welcome to attend Move-In Day. We encourage residents to limit their number of guests to two people, however we understand that is not always possible.
Yes, for new student Fall Move-In Day volunteers will be available to help unload your belongings and even possibly carry things to your unit! We will also have wheelbarrows and dollies available to borrow.
For Spring Move-In Day, unfortunately we do not have volunteers available. However, you can still check out a wheelbarrow or dolly from the Housing Office Front Desk.
Meal Plans are active starting on Move-In Day. Visit the Dine on Campus website or download the Dine on Campus mobile app for a full listing of dining venues and their hours of operation, and don't forget to download the Boost Mobile Ordering app to order your meals (or Starbucks!) in advance.
To view your room assignment, login to your housing application and view the Application Status page. There, you will find your room placement as well as a list of your roommates and the option to message them. We recommend contacting them in advance to discuss common area items and who plans to bring what for the unit (so you don't accidentally end up with three vacuums!).
Please note that room assignments and roommates may change based on cancellations, room change requests, and other miscellaneous factors.
Check out our virtual Move-In Guide for a full list of what to bring and what should stay behind.
Remember, your room is fully furnished but you do need to bring the essentials such as bedding and pillows (size Twin XL), towels and linens, and decorations. We also recommend chatting with roommates ahead of time about dishes, silverware, cleaning supplies, and common area items (such as living room televisions, coffeemaker, décor, etc).
Updated: June 22, 2026