The University of Memphis's 1,160-acre campus centers on the historic Administration Building, one of three original 1912 structures, with first-year students housed in traditional halls including the Living Learning Complex, Rawls, and Smith.
Enrollment
20,276
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 17 - August 21, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
72%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Your specific move-in date depends on your assigned residence hall - watch your University email for your exact time (8:30am-4:00pm range). Check-in for all traditional halls happens at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center. Full-service move-in includes volunteer help unloading your vehicle - limited to 2 vehicles and 1 trip, no U-Hauls or trailers.
August 17 - August 21, 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
Living Learning Complex
Suite-style · Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Rawls Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
- Photo coming soon
Smith Hall
Traditional · Single-sex
Housing Links
Links open University of Memphis's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Student Orientation (required, two-day with overnight stay)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - July 31, 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
$11,654
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 Memphis.
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