Move-in & Closing Dates

Below you'll find information about when you can move into campus housing, when the University will be closed for breaks, and when you must vacate housing at the end of academic semesters.

Please note that you must have permission from Housing Services if you wish to reside in University housing outside of these dates. For more information, please contact:

Housing Services
570-577-1195
housing@bucknell.edu

    New Student Move-in Dates (Fall 2024)

    • First-year student move-in will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 8 a.m. to noon. You may arrive at any time during this window.
    • Students participating in Pre-Orientation will move in Friday, Aug. 16, from 7 to 11 a.m., and will receive move-in instructions from their Pre-Orientation leader.
    • International students will work with the International Student & Scholar Services office on individual move-in plans based on their arrival schedule

    More information about first-year move-in procedures

    Contact Details

    Housing Services