Preparing for your move to campus is exciting – and daunting. That’s because there’s lots to do before you arrive for your move-in day. Use this checklist to keep on top of your To-Dos as you count down the days to the big move!
Late June
Accept yourHousing Offer! Residence offers are sent by email. Once you receive your email, you’ll have seven days to accept the offer and pay your first instalment of residence fees and/or meal plan fees.
Give others permission to contact the Housing Office. If you’d like to give others (like parents) permission to contact the Housing Office on your behalf, you need to grant third-party authorization.
New to UBCO this year?Register for Jump Start. This orientation program gives you the opportunity to move in early, get to know campus, and meet new friends in-person.
Apply for your UBCcard. Apply ahead of time to have it ready when you arrive. If you’re on the meal plan, you’ll need it to enter Pritchard Dining Hall!
The due dates to apply are:
JumpStart and other Early arrival students: Aug. 21
All other incoming residents: Aug. 27
Apply for Parking (if you need it). If you plan on moving to campus with a car, resident parking permits may be available for purchase. Spaces are limited.
Order bedding and linens. If you are not bringing these items from home or buying them once you arrive, you can purchase them in advance from the Bookstore or Campus Linens.
Familiarize yourself with your what-to-pack checklist. It explains what you should, can and can’t bring with you when you move in.
Mid-August
Watch your inbox for your Residence Assignment (the email that informs you of your building and room).
Have your mail forwarded to your new residence mailing address, and share it with family and friends. For mail FAQs, head here.
Get renters insurance to protect your belongings. You may be covered under your family plan.
Have allergies? Reach out to Food Service’s dietitian to learn about best practices when eating at Pritchard Dining Hall.
Late August
Returning students: Sign up for a move-in day time slot. To space things out, each building has a limit to the number of student check-ins per time slot. Before signing up, make sure you know what building you are moving in to. You can double check that here.
Returning Students: Learn about your move-in day. Find out more about where to go when you arrive on campus, how to find your residence building, what the unpacking process will be like, and more by heading here.
