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Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyMove-In Guide

Cambridge, Massachusetts

🏫 Private UniversityEst. 1861🔗 www.mit.edu

MIT's Cambridge campus is anchored by the iconic Great Dome atop Building 10, with all first-year students required to live in dormitories since 2002, most commonly Maseeh Hall, MIT's largest dorm, or Baker House, designed by famed Finnish architect Alvar Aalto.

Enrollment

4,535

Total Students

Freshman Class

1,134

Approx.

Move-In Dates

Jan 30, 2027

Next: Spring 2027

Acceptance Rate

5%

Most recent cycle

Move-In

Spring 2027 Move-In Details

Spring move-in for new residents is Saturday, Jan. 30.

Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.

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

  • Baker House

    Traditional · Coed

  • Maseeh Hall

    Traditional · Coed

Housing Links

Who can live where

Residence halls:
Not marked first-year only, so they may also house returning students. Assignment follows the school's housing process.

Eligibility rules vary and can change. Check with the housing office.

Orientation

Orientation dates haven't been published yet - check back closer to the semester.

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.

Registration

Spring 2027 class registration

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Registration week
    Registration deadline Feb. 5, 2027; $50 late fee after. Last day to add full-term subjects Mar. 5.
    January 25 - January 29, 2027
Times vary by class year or student group. Check your own appointment.Official source

Costs

Room & Board

$19,800

Estimated / Year

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with Massachusetts Institute of Technology's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

Nearby Essentials

  • CVS Pharmacy0.9 miles
  • Target1.1 miles
  • Walgreens1.7 miles
  • Wegmans3.2 miles

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Dates last checked October 2026.