The University of Maryland's 1,340-acre campus in College Park, just outside Washington, D.C., centers on the beloved bronze Testudo statue, with first-year students housed across North Campus communities including Denton, Ellicott, and Hagerstown.
Enrollment
40,792
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 26 - August 27, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
45%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Log into your Housing Portal and review your Arrival Passport for your specific unloading zone and directions. Temporarily park in the unloading zone, unload within 10 minutes, then move your vehicle to the designated long-term lot (free during move-in). Proof of required immunizations must be submitted before arrival or move-in may be delayed.
August 26 - 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
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Denton Hall
Traditional · Coed
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Ellicott Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Hagerstown Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open University of Maryland, College Park's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required, major-specific sessions)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - August 25, 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
$18,672
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at University of Maryland, College Park.
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