Moving In

You must have a MOVE-IN TIME SLOT

These are available on a first-come first-served basis, and each building has a limited number of time slots available. Sign up now by heading here.

Did you miss the previous move-in emails? No worries! Click the links below to see them.

Email 1 (Aug. 3) | Email 2 (Aug. 10) | Email 3 (Aug. 18) | Email 4 (Aug. 25) | Email 5 (Aug. 31)

Planning for the big day

Moving into residence takes preparation. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth move in experience for you and your new peers.

Complete your checklist

> Your important next steps between now and move-in day.

Find out what to pack

> What you’ll need bring and (what not to bring) to residence.

All about move-in day

> A break down of what to expect on your move-in day.

FAQs

When is my move in day?

These are your move-in dates for Fall 2022:

Summer residents: Aug. 20 & 21. An email was sent on Aug. 8, 2022 with information about moving into your Fall 2022 unit.
Jump Start students: Aug. 27 & 28. You can move in starting Aug. 27 or any day onward. Keep in mind that if you move in after Aug. 28, you’ll miss some of the amazing Jump Start programming planned for you! For Jump Start questions you can email them at  jumpstart.ok@ubc.ca .
All other students: Sept. 4. *unless you are part of a program with pre-approved early arrival.

Can I move in early?

Some students with a Winter Session Residence Contract may be eligible to apply for early arrival (learn more about this process here), however applications for early arrival are now closed. These are your move-in dates for Fall 2o22:

Summer residents: Aug. 20 & 21
Jump Start students: Aug. 27 & 28
All other students: Sept. 4

What time can I arrive on move-in day?

For Sept. 4 move-in students (ie. those without pre-approved early arrival), you can now sign up for a move-in time slot! Sign up here.

What if I arrive late?

Arriving outside your pre-determined time? No problem! Our office is open 24 hours a day.

Can I move in after Sept. 4?

Absolutely. The Housing Desk (located in Nechako Residence) is open 24/7.

How will move-in day work?

Great question! We have more details about what to expect on your move-in day, including where to go, how to collect keys, and what the unpacking process will like like, all over here on this page.

When will I know my room assignment?

Room assignments were emailed on Aug. 16, 2022. Check your inbox, or head here.

What's my residence address?

You can find the mailing address for your residence building here.

Can I switch or transfer rooms?

You may be eligible to switch or transfer rooms. Find out how to request a room switch or transfer before or after moving in.

I'm on a wait list. What should I do next?

We recommend searching for off-campus housing.

Places4Students and Castanet are great resources, and if you’re hoping to be within walking distance to campus, you may want to start looking in the Academy Hill neighbourhood firsts.
Next up: check out the UBC Okanagan Off-campus Housing Guide here. This is a step-by-step process designed to support your search for off-campus accommodation. There are some great links, resources, and tips on how to structure your search and how to avoid pitfalls.
At the same time, you can contact the Off-campus Housing Ambassador directly. UBCO’s Off-campus Housing Ambassador is in place to support new–to–campus students and help them in their transition to the Kelowna Community. You can book an appointment them directly at offcampushousing.ok@ubc.ca.

Can I send or ship items to my residence in advance?

Unfortunately, the Housing office is not able to receive any items sent for students prior to move-in day. If you are sending or ordering a package, please make sure that it arrives no sooner than Sept 4^th. Linen packages ordered through Campus Linens are accepted.

Resources

Moving In

Planning for the big day

FAQs

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