Moving Information
Move-in is a much-anticipated event, and we know you have lots of questions. We’re here to make the process as smooth as possible. If you don’t find answers here, please call us at (248) 370-3570 or email [email protected].
Your assigned move-in time
The fall 2025 move-in period will extend over two days, from Friday, August 29-Saturday, August 30, 2025. Incoming residents may schedule a move-in appointment for a convenient date and time using the instructions provided below.
Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
How to schedule a move-in appointment:
- Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 24, 2025.
- Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
- In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2025 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
- From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
- Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
- If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.
We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.
Helpers
Each resident may bring no more than two helpers to assist with the move-in process.
Health and safety advance planning requirement
Prior to moving onto campus, residents are asked to identify the plan of action they will enact if they are required to isolate as the result of a contagious illness that may endanger the larger residential population.
Identifying an intended isolation location will be an essential part of creating an advance plan of action. Residents who are diagnosed with a contagious illness that has been identified as a potential threat to the residential population will be expected to leave campus to isolate, and to convalesce at their permanent residence, unless prohibited by highly specific circumstances.
You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Health and Safety Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.
Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Hamlin Hall should enter through the University's West Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.
Please park in parking lot P-5 or P-3 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.
Once emptied, cars may be temporarily parked in nearby lots P-11, and the P-29 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-11 and all covered levels of the P-29 parking structure. Lots P-3 and P-5 may also be utilized for overnight parking once the move-in period has concluded. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.
Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.
Key pick-up
You may pick up your key inside Hamlin Hall, at the Hamlin Service Desk. Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
Bed lofting
If you would like to loft your bed, you may obtain the necessary materials to do so at the service desk in your community. This helpful video tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to loft your bed. Homemade lofts are not permitted.
Food service
Additional details about food service for the fall 2025 semester will be available in the near future.
Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.
Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.
Your assigned move-in time
The fall 2025 move-in period will extend over two days, from Friday, August 29-Saturday, August 30, 2025. Incoming residents may schedule a move-in appointment for a convenient date and time using the instructions provided below.
Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
How to schedule a move-in appointment:
- Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 24, 2025.
- Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
- In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2025 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
- From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
- Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
- If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.
We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.
Helpers
Each resident may bring no more than two helpers to assist with the move-in process.
Health and safety advance planning requirement
Prior to moving onto campus, residents are asked to identify the plan of action they will enact if they are required to isolate as the result of a contagious illness that may endanger the larger residential population.
Identifying an intended isolation location will be an essential part of creating an advance plan of action. Residents who are diagnosed with a contagious illness that has been identified as a potential threat to the residential population will be expected to leave campus to isolate, and to convalesce at their permanent residence, unless prohibited by highly specific circumstances.
You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Health and Safety Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.
Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Hillcrest Hall should enter through the University's Pioneer Drive entrance off of Squirrel Rd. on their assigned move-in day.
Please park in parking lot P-34 or P-36 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.
Once emptied, cars may be parked in nearby lot P-35, and the P-32 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-35, and all covered levels of the P-32 parking structure. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines in parking lots.
Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.
Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside Hillcrest Hall, in the main lounge. Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
Bed lofting
If you would like to loft your bed, you may obtain the necessary materials to do so at the service desk in your community. This helpful video tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to loft your bed. Homemade lofts are not permitted.
Food service
Additional details about food service for the fall 2025 semester will be available in the near future.
Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.
Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.
Your assigned move-in time
The fall 2025 move-in period will extend over two days, from Friday, August 29-Saturday, August 30, 2025. Incoming residents may schedule a move-in appointment for a convenient date and time using the instructions provided below.
Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
How to schedule a move-in appointment:
- Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 24, 2025.
- Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
- In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2025 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
- From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
- Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
- If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.
We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.
Helpers
Each resident may bring no more than two helpers to assist with the move-in process.
Health and safety advance planning requirement
Prior to moving onto campus, residents are asked to identify the plan of action they will enact if they are required to isolate as the result of a contagious illness that may endanger the larger residential population.
Identifying an intended isolation location will be an essential part of creating an advance plan of action. Residents who are diagnosed with a contagious illness that has been identified as a potential threat to the residential population will be expected to leave campus to isolate, and to convalesce at their permanent residence, unless prohibited by highly specific circumstances.
You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Health and Safety Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.
Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Oak View Hall should enter through the University's West Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.
Please park in parking lot P-5 or P-3 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.
Once emptied, cars may be temporarily parked in nearby lots P-11 and the P-29 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-11 and all covered levels of the P-29 parking structure. Lots P-3 and P-5 may also be utilized for overnight parking once the move-in period has concluded. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.
Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.
Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside Oak View Hall, at the Oak View Service Desk. Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
Bed lofting
If you would like to loft your bed, you may obtain the necessary materials to do so at the service desk in your community. This helpful video tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to loft your bed. Homemade lofts are not permitted.
Food service
Additional details about food service for the fall 2025 semester will be available in the near future.
Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.
Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.
Your assigned move-in time
The fall 2025 move-in period will extend over two days, from Friday, August 29-Saturday, August 30, 2025. Incoming residents may schedule a move-in appointment for a convenient date and time using the instructions provided below.
Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
How to schedule a move-in appointment:
- Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 24, 2025.
- Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
- In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2025 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
- From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
- Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
- If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.
We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.
Helpers
Each resident may bring no more than two helpers to assist with the move-in process.
Health and safety advance planning requirement
Prior to moving onto campus, residents will be asked to identify the plan of action they will enact if they are required to isolate as the result of a contagious illness that may endanger the larger residential population.
Identifying an intended isolation location will be an essential part of creating an advance plan of action. Residents who are diagnosed with a contagious illness that has been identified as a potential threat to the residential population will be expected to leave campus to isolate, and to convalesce at their permanent residence, unless prohibited by highly specific circumstances.
You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Health and Safety Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.
Arriving and unloading
Those moving into the Student Apartments should enter through the University's East Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.
You will be able to park in all lots surrounding the complexes to unload and move-in. No cars will be permitted to park along the road during move-in.
Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.
Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.
Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside the 4000 building of the Ann V. Nicholson apartments. Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
Food service
Additional details about food service for the fall 2025 semester will be available in the near future.
Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.
Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.
Your assigned move-in time
The fall 2025 move-in period will extend over two days, from Friday, August 29-Saturday, August 30, 2025. Incoming residents may schedule a move-in appointment for a convenient date and time using the instructions provided below.
Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
How to schedule a move-in appointment:
- Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 24, 2025.
- Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
- In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2025 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
- From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
- Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
- If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.
We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.
Helpers
Each resident may bring no more than two helpers to assist with the move-in process.
Health and safety advance planning requirement
Prior to moving onto campus, residents will be asked to identify the plan of action they will enact if they are required to isolate as the result of a contagious illness that may endanger the larger residential population.
Identifying an intended isolation location will be an essential part of creating an advance plan of action. Residents who are diagnosed with a contagious illness that has been identified as a potential threat to the residential population will be expected to leave campus to isolate, and to convalesce at their permanent residence, unless prohibited by highly specific circumstances.
You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Health and Safety Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.
Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Vandenberg Hall should enter through the University's West Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.
Please park in parking lot P-5 or P-3 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.
Once emptied, cars may be temporarily parked in nearby lots P-11 and the P-29 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-11 and all covered levels of the P-29 parking structure. Lots P-3 and P-5 may also be utilized for overnight parking once the move-in period has concluded. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.
Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.
Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside Vandenberg Hall, at the Vandenberg Service Desk. The Service Desk is located on the second floor. Please note that all fall 2025 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by September 13, 2025.
Bed lofting
If you would like to loft your bed, you may obtain the necessary materials to do so at the service desk in your community. This helpful video tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on how to loft your bed. Homemade lofts are not permitted.
Food service
Additional details about food service for the fall 2025 semester will be available in the near future.
Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.
Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.
- Extra-long twin bed
- Mattress
- Dresser
- Desk and chair
- Carpeting
- Shelves
- Closet space
- Lighting
- Wastebasket
- Window blinds
- Extra-long twin bed (double occupancy suites) or full-sized bed (private bedroom suites)
- Mattress
- Dresser
- Desk and chair
- Carpeting
- Shelves
- Closet space
- Microwave
- 3.1 cubic foot refrigerator with freezer
- Central air conditioning
- Lighting
- Wastebaskets
- Window blinds
- Extra-long twin bed
- Mattress
- Dresser
- Desk and chair
- Carpeting
- Shelves
- Closet space
- Microwave
- 3.1 cubic foot refrigerator with freezer
- Central air conditioning
- Lighting
- Wastebaskets
- Window blinds
- Full-sized bed
- Mattress
- Desk and chair
- Dresser
- Closet space
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Washer and dryer
- Sofa
- Coffee and end table
- Entertainment unit
- Lighting
- Ceiling fan
- Central air conditioning
- Window blinds
- Extra-long twin bed
- Mattress
- Desk and chair
- Dresser
- Closet space
- Lighting
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Sofa
- Coffee and end table
- Entertainment unit
- Central air conditioning
- Window blinds
The following room specifications will help in planning what you'd like to bring.
|
Residence Hall |
Room Dimensions |
Common Space |
|
Hamlin Hall (Two bedroom, four-occupant suite) |
11’ 2” x 12’ 4" |
7' 5" x 6' 4" |
|
Hamlin Hall (Two bedroom, five-occupant suite) |
15' 4" x 11' 2" 11' 2" x 12' 4" |
5' 5" x 6' 4" |
|
Hamlin Hall (Three bedroom, five-occupant suite) |
11' 2" x 16' 11' 2" x 12' 4" |
5' 7" x 11' |
|
Hillcrest Hall |
9' x 7' 9" | 8' x 24.5' |
|
Oak View Hall |
13' 4" x 12' 1" |
9' 8" x 3' |
|
Oak View Hall |
9' 8" x 9' 8" |
11' x 11' |
|
Vandenberg Hall |
11’ 2” x 12’ 3” |
Not applicable |
|
Van Wagoner House |
10’ 10” x 11’ 2” |
Not applicable |
Lofts: all residence halls come furnished with loftable beds, with the exception of the private bedroom suites in Oak View Hall, which have full-sized beds. Other types of lofts are not to be built. Lofting materials are provided at move-in.
| Student Apartments |
Room Dimensions |
|
Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments (Two-bedroom floor plan) |
Living room size: 15' 5-1/2" x 12' 3-1/2" Bedroom size: 10' 5-1/2" x 14' 1-1/2" Kitchen size: 12' 9-1/2" x 7' 5" Bathroom size: 9'-1/2" x 7' 13-1/32" |
|
Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments (Four-bedroom floor plan) |
Living room size: 17' 2-1/2" x 12'1" Bedroom size: 14' 7-1/2" x 10' 3-1/2" Kitchen size: 9' 7-1/2" x 7' 3" Bathroom size: 6' 2" x 10' 3" |
|
George T. Matthews Student Apartments |
Kitchen size: 11’ x 8’ Living room size: 15’ 6” x 11’ Middle floor bedroom size: 13’ 6” x 11’ Top floor bedroom size: 10’ x 8’ |
OU does not assume any liability for the loss, damage or theft of any personal property. To protect your property, you should purchase renter’s insurance or check your parent’s or legal guardian’s homeowners insurance to see if your personal property is covered. Renter’s insurance can be purchased through a variety of insurance agencies.
Oakland University provides much of the furniture as well as other housing items for students who live on campus. Below, please find a list of additional items you may wish to bring, as well as a list of items that are prohibited.
- Alarm clock
- Backpack or book bag
- Basic cleaning supplies
- Bathrobe, shower shoes and a shower caddy
- Bedspread, comforter, blankets, bedsheets
- Bicycle and lock
- Cell phone and charger
- Coffee maker
- Debit card
- Fans
- First aid kit
- Flashlight with batteries
- Frog Tape
- Hair dryer, curling iron, shaver, etc.
- Kitchen items (dishes, preferably plastic or other break-resistant items)
- Laptop or tablet computer
- Laundry basket and detergent
- Message board and dry erase markers
- Microwave (not to exceed 900 watts)
- Pillows
- Planner and/or calendar
- Plastic organizer containers
- Refrigerator (not to exceed four cubic feet)
- Seasonal clothes
- Soap, shampoo, deodorant and other personal hygiene products
- Stereo
- Surge strips or surge protectors (with internal breakers, preferred)
- Towels, washcloths
- TV
- Umbrella and other rain gear
- USB flash drive
- Air conditioning unit
- Alcoholic beverages (if under age 21)
- Any device capable of broadcasting a wireless signal (including printers)
- Candles, incense
- Command strips or hooks
- Deep fryers, air fryers
- Electric skillets and grills (including George Foreman Grill)
- Fireworks
- Halogen lamps
- Heater/heating units
- Illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia
- Mace
- Nails (only frog tape is allowed for hanging objects on walls)
- Pets (other than fish in a 10-gallon or less tank)
- Pizza ovens
- Sandwich makers
- Toaster or toaster oven
- Tobacco products (including vape products)
- Weapons (or any item that may be constructed as a weapon)
Room Essentials Bundles
Preparing for college is an exciting time, but outfitting your room with all the necessary items can be daunting. To help with your preparations, University Housing's Residence Life Association has partnered with SWAK University Services (SWAKU) to establish our own Residence Life Association (RLA) sponsored room-outfitting store.
Our store is unique in several regards. First, it includes over 1,000 products that meet the requirements of our residence hall rooms and suites, including bedding, storage, bath, laundry, room tech and furnishings. The bedding products we offer have been sourced from the same manufacturer for the last 10 years, and are proven to stand up to the rigors of college life. All our bedding products are guaranteed to fit Twin-XL beds. Bedding will not bleed or fray, and is guaranteed by SWAKU to last until graduation.
Room Outfitting Bundles
The most popular items in our store continue to be our discounted bundles, which make outfitting your room a breeze. There are three bundle levels:
- Basic Necessities Bundle
- 8-piece bedding package priced from $230.
- Fully Loaded Bundle
- 29-piece outfitting package priced from $395
- Includes everything in our Basic Necessities Bundle
plus items for bath, storage, laundry and more
- 100% Complete Bundle
- 67-piece outfitting package that includes a comprehensive list of bedding, bath, storage, laundry and room accessories priced from $625
With each bundle, you will have the opportunity to choose your Twin-XL comforter, sheet set and mattress topper. There are over 30 comforters you can choose from including reversible, plush and natural loft. You will have over 20 colors of soft microfiber sheet sets to choose from, and there are four topper options ranging from 2” to 4” in thickness. Memory foam topper options are available.
Shipping Home
Move-in week is a demanding time for mail services on campus. With this in mind, orders should be
sent to your home prior to move-in, not to campus. Our store is set up for you to send your order home for a flat fee of $11.95. Sending your order home will also allow you to pre-launder your bedding, and make sure you have everything ready prior to moving in.
Order Deadline
The deadline to order is July 22, 2025, but we recommend that you order early for the best selection of linens and
other popular products. For a complete list of what to bring to campus, please visit the University Housing website.
Care Packages
Family, friends, and supporters can brighten a student’s day with a thoughtful care package delivered right to campus! Whether it’s for exam season, a birthday, or just because, our curated boxes are filled with snacks, self-care items, and cheerful surprises to help students feel supported and loved—even from miles away. Send a little comfort, encouragement, and a whole lot of joy straight to their door.
Visit Oakland University's Residence Life Association (RLA) sponsored Care Package storefront to explore your options! Need the proper address format for your student's building? You can find all of the required address formats on our website.
Thank you for your purchase!
Our room outfitting program is a service to our parents and students, and a fundraiser for our organization. If you have questions, you can text (833) 673-9047 for the fastest response, or you can email [email protected].
*We are committed to ensuring accessibility on our website. Please note: by clicking the link to the SWAKU storefront, you are visiting a website outside of oakland.edu.
University Housing
550 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309-4452
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(248) 370-3570
[email protected]
University Housing
550 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309-4452
(location map)
(248) 370-3570