Scripps CollegeMove-In Guide
Claremont, California
🏫 Private UniversityEst. 1926🔗 www.scrippscollege.edu
Scripps College is a private women's liberal arts college in Claremont, California, and a member of The Claremont Colleges, with a residential campus where nearly all students live on campus. First-year students are typically housed in shared triple rooms in one of the college's residence halls, take meals at Malott Commons, and begin with a multi-day new student orientation before classes start.
Enrollment
1,103
Total Students
Freshman Class
301
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 25, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
40%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Students not in a pre-orientation program move in on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Pre-orientation groups for athletes, international students and first-generation students arrive earlier, between Aug. 18 and Aug. 24.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time - your exact move-in date is shown above in the Overview.
Move-in day logistics
- Vehicle restrictions
- First-year students cannot have cars on campus unless approved for special circumstances.
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
Residence hall data coming soon.
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to Scripps College's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
New Student Programs and Orientation
Orientation is recommended for all new students.
August 25 - 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
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Not available
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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