University of Sioux FallsMove-In Guide
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
🏫 Private UniversityEst. 1883🔗 www.usiouxfalls.edu
The University of Sioux Falls is a private university in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA. It traces its start to Dakota Collegiate Institute in 1883 and its teams, the Cougars, compete in NCAA Division II. Students can live in six residence halls, including traditional halls and apartment-style housing. Fall 2026 new student move-in is August 22, followed by orientation on August 24.
Enrollment
1,218
Total Students
Freshman Class
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Not available
Move-In Dates
Aug 22, 2026
Fall 2026 (completed)
Acceptance Rate
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Not available
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
New student move-in day is Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. Orientation follows on Aug. 24, returning students move in Aug. 24, and classes begin Aug. 25. Welcome Week runs Aug. 22 to 30.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
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 halls (5)
Open to undergraduates (first-year students may be able to live here)
Burgess Hall
Grand Island Hall
Single-sex
John and Ann Collier Living Center
Double rooms with private bathroom shared between two · Coed
Kroske Hall
Sullivan Faith and Living Center
Apartments (1)
Apartment-style housing, usually for upperclass students
Mary Collier Baker Hall
Apartment-style · Coed
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.
- Apartments:
- Apartment-style housing, often for sophomores and up. Confirm eligibility with the housing office.
- Single-sex:
- Open to residents of one gender only.
Eligibility rules vary and can change. Check with the housing office.
Orientation
New Student Orientation
Orientation is recommended for all new students.
August 24, 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
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Dates last checked October 2026.