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University of Washington TacomaMove-In Guide

Tacoma, Washington

🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1990🔗 www.tacoma.uw.edu

The University of Washington Tacoma is a public campus of the University of Washington, founded in 1990 and set on a hillside in downtown Tacoma's Union Station District. It is mostly a commuter campus. The only on-campus housing is Court 17 Residence Hall, a five-story apartment building with fully furnished one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio units, full kitchens and gated parking, with live-in housing staff.

Enrollment

5,135

Total Students

Freshman Class

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Move-In Dates

Sep 23-24, 2026

Fall 2026 (completed)

Acceptance Rate

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Move-In

Fall 2026 Move-In Details

First-year students move in Sept 23-24. Returning students move in Sept 26-27, based on room assignment.

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

  • Court 17 Residence Hall

    Apartment-style · Coed

Housing Portal ↗

Orientation

Orientation dates haven't been published yet - check back closer to the semester.

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

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with University of Washington Tacoma's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

Nearby Essentials

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Dates last checked October 2026.