Indiana University IndianapolisMove-In Guide
Indianapolis, Indiana
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1969🔗 indianapolis.iu.edu
Indiana University Indianapolis is a public urban research university in downtown Indianapolis, formerly the IUPUI campus. University Tower is reserved for first-year students and traditional-hall residents get an all-access meal plan. First-year students use the Freshman Bridge move-in on Aug. 15 and 16, 2026 and pick a time slot in the housing portal.
Enrollment
22,179
Total Students
Freshman Class
3,218
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 15-16, 2026
Fall 2026 (completed)
Acceptance Rate
78%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Freshman Bridge move-in is Aug. 15 for Ball Hall and University Tower and Aug. 16 for North Hall and University Tower. Students must select a time slot in the housing portal and no exceptions are made. Students must be registered for at least 12 in-person credit hours by Aug. 3 to keep their housing assignment.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day logistics
- Arrival window
- Time slot chosen in the housing portal; only slots matching your residence hall are shown.
- Check-in location
- Check in at the Campus Center to get your key and parking passes.
- Parking
- Unloading window is 15 minutes at University Tower, North Hall and Ball Hall; then move the car to long-term parking and keep someone with the car while unloading.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
- Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
- Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.
Housing & Dorms
Ball Hall
Traditional · Coed
North Hall
Traditional · Coed
Riverwalk Apartments
Apartments · Coed
University Tower
First-year only
Housing Links
Who can live where
- First-year only:
- Reserved for incoming first-year students.
- Residence halls:
- Not marked first-year only, so they may also house returning students. Assignment follows the school's housing process.
- Apartments:
- Apartment-style housing, often for sophomores and up. Confirm eligibility with the housing office.
Eligibility rules vary and can change. Check with the housing office.
Orientation
Bridge Week
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 17 - August 21, 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
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Dates last checked October 2026.