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The University of Arizona's Tucson campus is anchored by Old Main, completed in 1887-1891 as the first building constructed on campus and one of the oldest surviving educational structures in the western United States, with new students moving into residence halls each August, including Coronado and Kaibab-Huachuca.
Enrollment
43,294
Total Students
Freshman Class
10,824
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 18 - August 18, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
87%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
UA's own president has personally greeted incoming families on move-in day in recent years. Out-of-state families cite Tucson's sunny weather and palm trees as factors in choosing UA. Tucson can be extremely hot in August; the university's own Heat Resilience Initiative studies and addresses the region's climate. All students select a specific move-in appointment time through the My UAHome portal.
August 18 - August 18, 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
Coronado
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Kaibab-Huachuca
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open University of Arizona'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 - August 17, 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
Get the Ultimate College Move-In Checklist
A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at University of Arizona.
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