Move-In Preparation

Fall 2025 Move-in

Move in for the Fall 2025 semester will take place on August 21st, 2025 and August 22nd, 2025. Students will received their specific move in date and time on July 16th, 2025. ( By the end of the Day) Please note that your move-in time is scheduled to help manage traffic flow, and once it has been assigned, it cannot be changed. It is important to inform your family or others traveling with you so that they can make time on the scheduled date. 

International Students & ALCI students: If you are arriving for international orientation, your move-in date will be August 5th, 2025. Please refer to your assignment email for specific instructions, and reach out to housing@csusm.edu if you have any questions.

What to Bring!

We have a complete list of what to bring for our students and their new room. 

Immunization for Resident Students

Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) immunization administered within the last four years is highly recommended for all first-time CSUSM residential students (living in university or affiliated housing) who are 21 years or younger.  

Meal Plan

All North Commons residents are required to purchase a meal plan before moving into their suite. Residents at the Quad and UVA are able to purchase an optional meal plan. Purchasing a meal plan can be found on the dining services website. 

Parking Permit

All students who are parking at CSUSM will need to purchase a parking permit. Parking and Commuter Services has multiple parking permit options for our parking options around CSUSM! 

Visiting the Campus

CSUSM has tours for future students, High/ Middle School Groups, and Cub Tours (K-8)!
If you are looking to take a tour of the campus please visit Campus Tours .

Housing Tours

Housing tours are currently offered during campus visit days, and at each of our community desks upon request during regular business hours. Due to the high occupancy of our communities, we cannot show off rooms during the school year, however we encourage you to visit our community pages to see virtual tours and galleries of our housing communities.