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Moving in

We’re here to make moving in easy! Find out all the info you need to make settling into your new home on the Dalhousie campus as smooth as possible.

Get ready to pack up and move in

Moving into residence is a mixture of emotions. For many, it will be the first time they'll be moving away from home, which brings both excitement and sadness. We understand. After all, we've been helping students, and their families, make this important transition for a long time.

Based on our experience, here are a few things you need to know to make your move-in easy and worry-free.

Before you leave home Only bring the things you’ll need Move-in day
A group of female students smile for the camera while posing with luggage carts on move-in day.

Before you leave home

Where has the summer gone? You’re thinking about packing and all the things you have left to do before you come to Dal. 

See our to-do list

Only bring the things you’ll need

We know it’s hard to decide what to bring and what to leave home. To help, we’ve put together a list of what to bring (and what NOT to bring) to help you pack.

Find out what to bring

Move-in day

Move-in Day can be hectic, but don't panic: we've got a plan.

See the move-in instructions for your residence