Doane University's Crete campus, the oldest private institution in Nebraska, includes Gaylord Hall, an 1884 building rumored by students to be haunted and celebrated with an annual "Ghosts of Gaylord" event, with all students required to live in university housing for all four years, including in Frees Hall, a historic 1931 residence.
Enrollment
982
Total Students
Freshman Class
246
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 13 - August 14, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
90%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Mailbox numbers are handed out by the Service Bureau, and you can pick up your key during move-in day. Complete a Resident Room Condition Report on doane.erezlife.com after moving in, documenting existing conditions to avoid potential charges at the year's end. Returning students move in separately and later, closer to the start of classes. This specific date should be confirmed directly with Doane's Office of Residential Life and Education closer to move-in, given genuine uncertainty in the sources available at the time of research.
August 13 - August 14, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
- Photo coming soon
Frees Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Doane University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation and Advising (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 13 - August 16, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$13,000
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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