The College will email you when it’s time to select your move-in time slot.
First-Year Move-In
The First Year Experience Office will email you move-in instructions in August. Typically, first-year move-in is scheduled for three dates. Your arrival date depends on whether you are participating in a pre-orientation program.
Visit the Dean of Students Office’s website for more information about first-year move-in.
Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Move-In
Our Office will email you move-in instructions in August. To ensure a smooth and organized move-in process, you will be asked to reserve a move-in time slot in the Residential Portal.
Move-in Dates
Keys
Bring a government-issued photo ID to pick up your keys at your House’s building manager’s office.
Parking
During move-in, students have free access to parking meters around the Houses for 20 minutes. For questions about parking logistics contact Harvard Yard Operations.
Storage and Shipping
Storage is not available on campus. If you choose, you can make storage/shipping arrangements with outside vendors. Harvard does not promote specific companies, but we have listed a few companies below which you can use independently:
FAQ
Can my friend pick up my key on my behalf?
For safety reasons, we do not let students pick up keys other than their own. This prevents any issues that may arise between roommates, the actual room assignee, and the person who picked up the key.