Idaho State University's Pocatello campus is anchored by its Art Deco Administration Building, originally built in 1939 as the Student Union of the school's own former incarnation as the "Southern Branch of the University of Idaho," with first-year students housed across residence halls including Dyer, Redfield, and Turner.
Enrollment
10,406
Total Students
Freshman Class
2,602
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 17 - August 18, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
100%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
First-year students receive their building assignments on the 20th of each month starting in March, sent to their ISU email accounts. All students are required to pay a $200 refundable deposit prior to checking into housing. When you arrive on campus, enter the address listed in your appointment invitation into your GPS; if checking in after 5 p.m., Guest Access will be provided. This specific date should be confirmed directly with ISU Housing (reslife@isu.edu) closer to move-in, given genuine uncertainty in the sources available at the time of research.
August 17 - August 18, 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
Dyer Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Redfield Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Turner Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Idaho State University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - 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
$9,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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