Moving Information

Moving is a much-anticipated event, and we know you have lots of questions. We’re here to make the process as smooth as possible. If you don’t find answers here, please call us at (248) 370-3570 or email [email protected].

Fall 2023 Move-In Schedule

Hamlin Hall

Your assigned move-in time
The fall 2023 move-in period will extend over three days, from Friday, September 1 through Sunday, September 3. Incoming residents may schedule a move-in appointment for a convenient date and time using the instructions provided below.

Please note that all fall 2023 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

How to schedule a move-in appointment:

Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 17, 2023.
Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2023 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.

We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.

Helpers
Each resident may bring no more than two helpers to assist with the move-in process.

Advance planning requirement
Prior to moving onto campus, residents will be asked to identify the plan of action they will enact if they are required to isolate as the result of a contagious illness that may endanger the larger residential population.

Identifying an intended isolation location will be an essential part of creating an advance plan of action. Residents who are diagnosed with a contagious illness that has been identified as a potential threat to the residential population will be expected to leave campus to isolate, and to convalesce at their permanent residence, unless prohibited by highly specific circumstances.

You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.

Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Hamlin Hall should enter through the University's West Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.

Please park in parking lot P-5 or P-3 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.

Once emptied, cars may be temporarily parked in nearby lots P-11, and the P-29 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-11 and all covered levels of the P-29 parking structure. Lots P-3 and P-5 may also be utilized for overnight parking once the move-in period has concluded. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.

Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.

Key pick-up
You may pick up your key inside Hamlin Hall, at the Hamlin Service Desk. Please note that all fall 2023 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

Food service
Meal plans, including both meal swipes and declining dollars, will begin on September 1, 2023. The Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Halls will open at 11 a.m. on this day.

Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.

Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.

Bed lofting requests

University Housing is pleased to offer bed lofting service for any student who would like their bed placed in a lofted position for the 2023-24 academic year. Those who are interested in having their beds lofted must complete this request form. If you would like your bed to remain in the standard position, you do not need to take any action at this time.

Please be aware of the following important details:

Lofting service will result in a $45 charge to your student account once lofting is completed, provided your request is made prior to August 18, 2023.
The charge will increase to $65 for lofting requests made after the fall move-in period.
Beds in University Housing can only be lofted through this request process.No other type of lofting is permitted.
Full-sized beds cannot be lofted. If you live in a room that has a full-sized bed and submit a lofting request, your bed will not be lofted and you will not be charged the lofting fee.Full-sized beds are found in the Ann V. Nicholson apartments, as well as some rooms in the George T. Matthews apartments, and Oak View Hall.

Bedrooms in Hamlin Hall which house three assigned students must leave their furniture in the original lofted configuration due to space restrictions.

Hillcrest Hall

Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 17, 2023.
Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2023 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.

We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.

Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Hillcrest Hall should enter through the University's Pioneer Drive entrance off of Squirrel Rd. on their assigned move-in day.

Please park in parking lot P-34 or P-36 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.

Once emptied, cars may be parked in nearby lot P-35, and the P-32 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-35, and all covered levels of the P-32 parking structure. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines in parking lots.

Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.

Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside Hillcrest Hall, in the main lounge. Please note that all fall 2023 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

Food service
Meal plans, including both meal swipes and declining dollars, will begin on September 1, 2023. The Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Halls will open at 11 a.m. on this day.

Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.

Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.

Bed lofting requests

Please be aware of the following important details:

Lofting service will result in a $45 charge to your student account once lofting is completed, provided your request is made prior to August 18, 2023.
The charge will increase to $65 for lofting requests made after the fall move-in period.
Beds in University Housing can only be lofted through this request process.No other type of lofting is permitted.
Full-sized beds cannot be lofted. If you live in a room that has a full-sized bed and submit a lofting request, your bed will not be lofted and you will not be charged the lofting fee.Full-sized beds are found in the Ann V. Nicholson apartments, as well as some rooms in the George T. Matthews apartments, and Oak View Hall.

Bedrooms in Hamlin Hall which house three assigned students must leave their furniture in the original lofted configuration due to space restrictions.

Oak View Hall

Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 17, 2023.
Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2023 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.

We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.

You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.

Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Oak View Hall should enter through the University's West Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.

Please park in parking lot P-5 or P-3 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.

Once emptied, cars may be temporarily parked in nearby lots P-11 and the P-29 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-11 and all covered levels of the P-29 parking structure. Lots P-3 and P-5 may also be utilized for overnight parking once the move-in period has concluded. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.

Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.

Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside Oak View Hall, at the Oak View Service Desk. Please note that all fall 2022 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

Food service
Meal plans, including both meal swipes and declining dollars, will begin on September 1, 2023. The Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Halls will open at 11 a.m. on this day.

Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.

Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.

Bed lofting requests

Please be aware of the following important details:

Lofting service will result in a $45 charge to your student account once lofting is completed, provided your request is made prior to August 18, 2023.
The charge will increase to $65 for lofting requests made after the fall move-in period.
Beds in University Housing can only be lofted through this request process.No other type of lofting is permitted.
Full-sized beds cannot be lofted. If you live in a room that has a full-sized bed and submit a lofting request, your bed will not be lofted and you will not be charged the lofting fee.Full-sized beds are found in the Ann V. Nicholson apartments, as well as some rooms in the George T. Matthews apartments, and Oak View Hall.

Bedrooms in Hamlin Hall which house three assigned students must leave their furniture in the original lofted configuration due to space restrictions.

Student Apartments

Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 17, 2023.
Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2023 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.

We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.

You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.

Arriving and unloading
Those moving into the Student Apartments should enter through the University's East Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.

You will be able to park in all lots surrounding the complexes to unload and move-in. No cars will be permitted to park along the road during move-in.

Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.

Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.

Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside the 4000 building of the Ann V. Nicholson apartments. Please note that all fall 2022 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

Food service
If you have purchased a voluntary meal plan, please note that all meal plans, including both meal swipes and declining dollars, will begin on September 1, 2023. The Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Halls will open at 11 a.m. on this day.

Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.

Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.

Vandenberg Hall

Please note that you will not be able to schedule a move-in appointment until July 17, 2023.
Log in to the My Housing portal using your Net ID and password.
In the Assignments section of the home page, under Fall 2023 Move-In, click on Select Time Block.
From the drop-down menu that appears, select the time slot during which you would like to move in.
Click on Update My Time to complete the process.
If you would like to change your appointment time prior to your move-in, you may do so using the same instructions as they are listed above. When you select a new time, your old move-in appointment will automatically be cancelled.

We also have a video tutorial on how to schedule a move-in appointment available for your convenience.

You will find instructions on how to complete your advance plan under Advance Planning on our Keeping Residents Safe webpage. Completion of the advance planning process is required in order to move onto campus.

Arriving and unloading
Those moving into Vandenberg Hall should enter through the University's West Oakland entrance off of East Walton Blvd. on their assigned move-in day.

Please park in parking lot P-5 or P-3 to unload your belongings. Someone in your party will need to move your car immediately once it has been emptied of your possessions. No cars will be permitted to remain parked in these lots or to park along the road during the move-in period.

Once emptied, cars may be temporarily parked in nearby lots P-11 and the P-29 parking structure. Cars that will be left overnight will need to be parked in spaces designated for overnight parking. These include lots P-11 and all covered levels of the P-29 parking structure. Lots P-3 and P-5 may also be utilized for overnight parking once the move-in period has concluded. Overnight parking spaces are designated with green lines.

Moving carts will be available for check out. Picture ID will be required to check out a cart.

Key pick-up
You may pick up the key to your room inside Vandenberg Hall, at the Vandenberg Service Desk. The Service Desk is located on the second floor. Please note that all fall 2023 residents must pick up the key to their University Housing assignment by Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

Food service
Meal plans, including both meal swipes and declining dollars, will begin on September 1, 2023. The Vandenberg and Hillcrest Dining Halls will open at 11 a.m. on this day.

Immunization records
Students who are new to Oakland University should provide an official copy of their full immunization record to the Graham Health Center. If you were born and raised in Michigan, you can create an account and access your full immunization record here. If you are not a local resident, please contact your primary care provider for a copy of your immunization record.

Once you have obtained your immunization record, the record can can be uploaded to the Graham Health Center patient portal by sending a secure message with an attachment.

Bed lofting requests

Please be aware of the following important details:

Lofting service will result in a $45 charge to your student account once lofting is completed, provided your request is made prior to August 18, 2023.
The charge will increase to $65 for lofting requests made after the fall move-in period.
Beds in University Housing can only be lofted through this request process.No other type of lofting is permitted.
Full-sized beds cannot be lofted. If you live in a room that has a full-sized bed and submit a lofting request, your bed will not be lofted and you will not be charged the lofting fee.Full-sized beds are found in the Ann V. Nicholson apartments, as well as some rooms in the George T. Matthews apartments, and Oak View Hall.

Bedrooms in Hamlin Hall which house three assigned students must leave their furniture in the original lofted configuration due to space restrictions.

What We Provide

OU will provide:

Hamlin Hall and Vandenberg Hall

Extra-long twin bed
Mattress
Dresser
Desk and chair
Carpeting
Shelves
Closet space
Lighting
Wastebasket
Window blinds

Oak View Hall

Extra-long twin bed (double occupancy suites) or full-sized bed (private bedroom suites)
Mattress
Dresser
Desk and chair
Carpeting
Shelves
Closet space
Microwave
3.1 cubic foot refrigerator with freezer
Central air conditioning
Lighting
Wastebaskets
Window blinds

Hillcrest Hall

Extra-long twin bed
Mattress
Dresser
Desk and chair
Carpeting
Shelves
Closet space
Microwave
3.1 cubic foot refrigerator with freezer
Central air conditioning
Lighting
Wastebaskets
Window blinds

Ann V. Nicholson Apartments

Full-sized bed
Mattress
Desk and chair
Dresser
Closet space
Stove
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Microwave
Washer and dryer
Sofa
Coffee and end table
Entertainment unit
Lighting
Ceiling fan
Central air conditioning
Window blinds

George T. Matthews Apartments

Extra-long twin bed
Mattress
Desk and chair
Dresser
Closet space
Lighting
Stove
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Sofa
Coffee and end table
Entertainment unit
Central air conditioning
Window blinds

Room Sizes

The following room specifications will help in planning what you'd like to bring.

Residence Hall	Room Dimensions	Common Space
Hamlin Hall (Two bedroom, four-occupant suite)	11’ 2” x 12’ 4"	7' 5" x 6' 4"
Hamlin Hall (Two bedroom, five-occupant suite)	15' 4" x 11' 2" 11' 2" x 12' 4"	5' 5" x 6' 4"
Hamlin Hall (Three bedroom, five-occupant suite)	11' 2" x 16' 11' 2" x 12' 4"	5' 7" x 11'
Hillcrest Hall	9' x 7' 9"	8' x 24.5'
Oak View Hall (Double occupancy bedroom)	13' 4" x 12' 1"	9' 8" x 3'
Oak View Hall (Private bedroom suite)	9' 8" x 9' 8"	11' x 11'
Vandenberg Hall	11’ 2” x 12’ 3”	Not applicable
Van Wagoner House	10’ 10” x 11’ 2”	Not applicable

Lofts: all residence halls come furnished with loftable beds, with the exception of the private bedroom suites in Oak View Hall, which have full-sized beds. Other types of lofts are not to be built. Lofting materials are provided at move-in.

Student Apartments

Room Dimensions

Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments

(Two-bedroom floor plan)

Living room size: 15' 5-1/2" x 12' 3-1/2"

Bedroom size: 10' 5-1/2" x 14' 1-1/2"

Kitchen size: 12' 9-1/2" x 7' 5"

Bathroom size: 9'-1/2" x 7' 13-1/32"

Ann V. Nicholson Student Apartments

(Four-bedroom floor plan)

Living room size: 17' 2-1/2" x 12'1"

Bedroom size: 14' 7-1/2" x 10' 3-1/2"

Kitchen size: 9' 7-1/2" x 7' 3"

Bathroom size: 6' 2" x 10' 3"

George T. Matthews Student Apartments

Kitchen size: 11’ x 8’

Living room size: 15’ 6” x 11’

Middle floor bedroom size: 13’ 6” x 11’

Top floor bedroom size: 10’ x 8’

Renter's Insurance

OU does not assume any liability for the loss, damage or theft of any personal property. To protect your property, you should purchase renter’s insurance or check your parent’s or legal guardian’s homeowners insurance to see if your personal property is covered. Renter’s insurance can be purchased through a variety of insurance agencies.

What to Bring

Oakland University provides much of the furniture as well as other housing items for students who live on campus. Below, please find a list of additional items you may wish to bring, as well as a list of items that are prohibited.

What to bring

Alarm clock
Backpack or book bag
Basic cleaning supplies
Bathrobe, shower shoes and a shower caddy
Bedspread, comforter, blankets, bedsheets
Bicycle and lock
Cell phone and charger
Coffee maker
Debit card
Fans
First aid kit
Flashlight with batteries
Frog Tape
Hair dryer, curling iron, shaver, etc.
Kitchen items (dishes, preferably plastic or other break-resistant items)
Laptop or tablet computer
Laundry basket and detergent
Message board and dry erase markers
Microwave (not to exceed 900 watts)
Pillows
Planner and/or calendar
Plastic organizer containers
Refrigerator (not to exceed four cubic feet)
Seasonal clothes
Soap, shampoo, deodorant and other personal hygiene products
Stereo
Surge strips or surge protectors (with internal breakers, preferred)
Towels, washcloths
TV
Umbrella and other rain gear
USB flash drive

What not to bring

Air conditioning unit
Alcoholic beverages (if under age 21)
Any device capable of broadcasting a wireless signal (including printers)
Candles, incense
Command strips or hooks
Deep fryers, air fryers
Electric skillets and grills (including George Foreman Grill)
Fireworks
Halogen lamps
Heater/heating units
Illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia
Mace
Nails (only frog tape is allowed for hanging objects on walls)
Pets (other than fish in a 10-gallon or less tank)
Pizza ovens
Sandwich makers
Toaster or toaster oven
Tobacco products (including vape products)
Weapons (or any item that may be constructed as a weapon)

University Housing

Hamlin Hall, Room 448
550 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309-4452
(location map)
(248) 370-3570

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.