Portland State University's urban downtown campus requires first-year students living more than 25 miles away to live on campus for their first academic year, with residence halls including Broadway, Joseph C. Blumel, and Ondine Halls, all part of a First Year Experience (FYE) program built around helping students transition to campus life.
Enrollment
15,900
Total Students
Freshman Class
3,975
Approx.
Move-In Dates
September 22 - September 23, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
91%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Check-in time is based on your last name - find your specific building to determine your check-in date and location. Residents can check in after their assigned timeslot but not prior; the Broadway Service Desk stays open until 10pm for late check-ins. Most residents do not keep a car on campus, relying instead on MAX light rail, bus, streetcar, or walking and biking. This specific date should be confirmed directly with PSU Housing & Residence Life closer to move-in, given genuine uncertainty in the sources available at the time of research.
September 22 - September 23, 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
Broadway Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Blumel Hall
Suite-style · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Ondine Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Portland 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 - September 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
$13,000
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Portland State University.
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