Housing and Residential Experience

FALL 2023 MOVE-IN

Fall 2023 Move-In will occur between August 28-31 and September 2-3.
First Year Experience and Second Year Experience students will be encouraged to move-in on August 28 and 29. Please note, there will be a limited number of move-in dates on August 28 to accommodate students participating in various on-campus programs and orientations.  
No Move-Ins will occur on September 1 due to Convocation. 
Students must sign up for a specific move-in date and time. Students will be able to begin selecting a Fall 2023 Move-In time on the Housing Portal in mid-June, 2023. Our office will email students with more details as we get closer to sign-ups launching.  

MOVE-IN DAY INFORMATION PACKET (FALL 23)

This packet contains information on:
  • room furnishings
  • items to bring (and what not to bring)
  • health insurance and immunizations
  • locations and directions
  • your first week on campus
  • and more...

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HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL EXPERIENCE HANDBOOK

All Columbia College Chicago Residence Halls are drug, alcohol, and smoke-free. The use, possession, and/or sale of alcohol and/or illegal drugs is not permitted in Residence Life.

Residents and their guests are expected to follow the policies and procedures and accepted community standards described in this handbook.

You are joining a community in which respect for others is expected. We hope that you will be an active participant in a cooperative effort by residents and staff to accomplish this goal.

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RENTING / PURCHASING AMENITIES

Dormroom

For your convenience, we have partnered with Dormroom.com powered by Dormify to provide an easy, affordable way to purchase Twin XL bedding, dorm storage solutions, and everything else you'll need (and want) for your new home away from home. Please visit colum.dormroom.com to get move-in day ready and create your dream dorm!

GradGuard

Columbia College Chicago has partnered with GradGuard, which offers an exclusive Renters Insurance plan that is specifically designed for college students. Columbia College Chicago students are eligible to participate in this program containing features you cannot access with other companies.

FAQ

Move-in can be a stressful time. Below are common questions that parents and students have regarding move-in day. Please utilize our move-in packet and answers to the FAQs to help your move-in day be a stress free one. We look forward to welcoming you into our community!

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