Washington State University's Pullman campus centers on the clock-towered Bryan Hall, dedicated in 1909 and symbolically the dominant structure of the historic campus core, whose auditorium once hosted President William Howard Taft and Booker T. Washington, with first-year students housed across residence halls including Scott/Coman Hall.
Enrollment
16,248
Total Students
Freshman Class
3,545
Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 15 - August 16, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
85%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Move-in times are usually assigned individually - confirm your student's specific slot before booking travel. Fall 2026 classes begin Monday, August 24, 2026, with no standalone fall break during the semester. All new students are required to attend New Coug Orientation, registered on a first-come basis, so register early to secure preferred dates.
August 15 - August 16, 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
Scott/Coman Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Links open Washington State University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
New Coug Orientation & Week of Welcome (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 17 - August 23, 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
$12,000
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Washington State University.
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