We are so excited to welcome you to your new home away from home! The energy and excitement on campus during Move-in Day is like no other.

• New students (first-time freshmen) will move into the residential halls on Saturday, July 29, 2023, from 8:00 am CST – 5:00 pm CST.
• Returning, transfer and readmitted students will move into the residential halls on Thursday, August 3, 2023, from 8:00 am CST – 5:00 pm CST.

Here are a few helpful things you can do before you arrive on campus to prepare for a successful move-in experience:

Financial Aid

____ Have completed your 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

____ Have accepted your financial aid awards in CAMS.

____ Have completed your Master Promissory Note (MPN) and Entrance Counseling via www.studentaid.gov (If you are accepting loans)

If you have been selected for verification.
____ Have submitted all documents for verification (i.e., parents 2022 tax return and verification worksheet)

Student Accounts

____ Have a zero ($0.00) balance or

____ Have setup a payment plan with Student Accounts.

Housing

____ Have paid your $50 non-refundable Room Reservation Fee.

____ Have completed your Room Reservation Form https://www.lanecollege.edu/lane-life/campus/housing.

_____ Have received your Room Assignment and signed your DocuSign Housing Contract.


Packing Prep

Use our packing guide as a helpful checklist!
Try to pack items in boxes, storage tubs, or durable easy to carry bags to make the move-in process easy for you and your family.


Times You Should Arrive on Campus

Your move-in time will depend on your last name.

Arriving on Campus

When arriving on campus, you will check in at the J.F. Lane Gymnasium. 


Textbook Pick Up

Once you have checked in, received your housing key, received your Dragon Student ID Card, and moved into your residential hall you will be ready to pick up your textbooks at the Lane College Bookstore.


COVID-19 Safety Precautions and Requirements

Move-In Day is an exciting time and we want everyone involved to enjoy the day while also staying safe. Please review and adhere to the following safety guidelines:

Masks are required for anyone (faculty, staff, students, guests, etc.) entering campus facilities.

Each student can bring no more than two guests inside the residence halls.

Regular hand washing is encouraged. Hand sanitizing stations will be available at entrances and exits.

Keep the following in mind on the day of your move-in slot:

If you feel sick, do not move in. Contact (call or text) 731.426.7506 to make arrangements to move in at a later date.

If you have been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, do not move in. Contact (call or text) 731.426.7506 to make arrangements to move in at a later date.

Do not bring anyone with you who is feeling sick or who has been exposed to COVID-19.