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Hello, !

Whether you live on or commute to campus, Syracuse University is ready to welcome you to our campus community.

For additional information or questions, please do not hesitate to email New Student Programs or call 315.443.9187.

Living On Campus

Be sure to check your syr.edu email regularly for the latest updates about your housing assignment. To help you prepare for your arrival on campus, we encourage you to review the information below and get ready to settle into your new home!

Shipping Ahead of Move-In

Begins August 14, 2026

To help lighten the load of your travel to campus, the University is prepared to begin receiving packages on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. Packages sent prior to this date will be returned to sender.

In preparation for the academic year, it is a good idea to begin exploring the mail and package system for the residence halls, how to write your address and more.

Learn more about shipping and mailing today!

My Move In Hub

My Move In Hub is your one-stop-shop for instructions for every milestone of the move-in journey. The My Move In Hub webpage provides highlights on your arrival to campus and the Move In process.

Visit My Move In Hub Today!

Picking Up Your Student ID Card

Your SUID card will serve as your official University identification and is used for access to a variety of campus services such as dining centers, campus buildings, your ‘CUSE Cash account and more.

Students who did not receive their card at orientation or did not attend New Student Orientation will receive their card at move-in in August.

If you haven't submitted your photo yet, get started by downloading the GET app and following the photo requirements here.

Commuter Students

Students who have been approved to commute to campus during their first year at Syracuse University will have opportunities to take care of their arrival tasks beginning Aug. 17, 2026. This includes:

Visiting Housing, Meal Plan, and ID Card Services at 111 Waverly Ave. to pick up your Student ID Card.
Picking up your parking permit at Parking and Transportation Services, if needed.

More details will be shared on the Off-Campus Living webpage. Be sure to also keep an eye out for Welcome Week Events and the Commuter Student Welcome on the first day of class!

Save the Date: Welcome Week

Your required Orientation program begins with New Student Convocation at 10:00 a.m. on August 20.

The full schedule will be released soon—keep an eye on our webpage and Instagram for updates!

August 1: Submit High School Transcript
August 14: Community Wellness Requirement: Two Training Modules

The Ann and Alfred Goldstein Student Center is a facility located on the South Campus. Located within Goldstein is a Dining Center, a convenience store, a computer cluster, a laundry room, an ATM and a quiet study lounge. Office suites, including Residential Living – South Campus, a Public Safety station and the administrative office for the Student Center, provide residents with various administrative services.