The University of Texas at Austin's 431-acre campus is anchored by the Main Building, known as the Tower, a 307-foot 1937 landmark whose lighting scheme signals athletic victories and academic honors, with new Longhorns moving into residence halls each August during the university's own "Mooov-In" check-in event.
Enrollment
42,000
Total Students
Freshman Class
10,500
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 21 - August 22, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
29%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
The check-in scheduler opens in the housing portal on July 1 - move-in times are assigned individually, so confirm your specific slot before booking travel. Early check-in starts at 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17 for an additional $100 per day if needed. August in Austin means real heat, so plan accordingly for the physical work of moving in. Fall 2026 classes begin Monday, Aug. 24.
August 21 - August 22, 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
Residence hall data coming soon.
Housing Links
Links open University of Texas at Austin's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
Longhorn Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - August 20, 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
$15,000
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
More Links
Checklists
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