University of Missouri-St. LouisMove-In Guide
St. Louis, Missouri
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1963🔗 www.umsl.edu
The University of Missouri-St. Louis is a public university and part of the University of Missouri System, located in the St. Louis area. Campus housing is centered on a single residence hall, Oak Hall, and the university is largely a commuter campus. First-time college students must live in Oak Hall unless they qualify for an exception, such as being 21 or older, a veteran, or living with a parent or guardian within 60 miles. Meal plans are required for everyone living in Oak Hall.
Enrollment
14,736
Total Students
Freshman Class
—
Not available
Move-In Dates
Aug 20-21, 2026
Fall 2026 (completed)
Acceptance Rate
63%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
First-year residents move in on Thursday, Aug. 20, and transfer and returning residents on Friday, Aug. 21, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Athletes, Global, Honors and OIPE students should watch for separate messages with their date and time. Bring your student ID and get your ID card made several days ahead so the door readers accept it. Label everything with your name and room number, and complete a Room Condition Report with your RA. Lofts can be rented for $100, charged to your student account.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day logistics
- Check-in location
- All check-ins begin at the front of Oak Hall. Leave luggage in the car until you have checked in, then sign for your keys, have your ID encoded and pick up welcome materials.
- Parking
- Lot KK allows 20 minutes for loading and unloading only. You may also park behind Oak Hall, but double parking is not allowed.
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
Oak Hall
Housing Links
Who can live where
- Residence halls:
- Not marked first-year only, so they may also house returning students. Assignment follows the school's housing process.
Eligibility rules vary and can change. Check with the housing office.
Orientation
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
$13,502
Estimated / Year
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Dates last checked October 2026.