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Salisbury University

Salisbury, Maryland

๐Ÿซ Public UniversityEst. 1925๐Ÿ”— www.salisbury.edu

Salisbury University's 215-acre campus on Maryland's Eastern Shore, a designated arboretum with over 2,000 plant species, centers on Holloway Hall, the university's original 1925 building.

Enrollment

6,763

Total Students

Freshman Class

โ€”

Approx.

Move-In Dates

August 27 - August 27, 2026

Fall 2026

Acceptance Rate

88%

Most recent cycle

Move-In

Fall 2026 Move-In Dates

Complete your Housing Contract through the Future Sea Gull Portal by December 1. Diversity Training, Alcohol Wise Training, Wellbeing 101, and Consent & Respect Training must all be completed before arriving on campus.

August 27 - August 27, 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

  • Nanticoke Hall

    Suite-style ยท Coed

    First-year only
  • Wicomico Hall

    Suite-style ยท Coed

    First-year only
  • Manokin Hall

    Suite-style ยท Coed

    First-year only

Housing Links

Links open Salisbury University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.

Orientation

Sea Gull Start-Up & First Flight (required)

All new students are required to attend one orientation session.

June 1 - August 30, 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

$15,500

Estimated / Year

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

Nearby Essentials

Checklists

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