Move-In

Residents of Couch and Walker Centers, David L. Boren Hall, the Residential Colleges and Cross Village will move in August 12-13. Specific Move-In day and time assignments will be sent to students' OU email accounts. Students who arrive earlier than their dedicated check-in time will be asked to wait until their set time. Students will be unable to check-in early. 

Students must arrive on their assigned date and during their assigned arrival window. If a student cannot arrive at their assigned date and time, they should arrive after 5 p.m. on August 12-13 or any time after August 13 to move in themselves.

Move-In Process and Guidelines

• On their assigned Move-In day, they must arrive at the Lloyd Noble Center at their assigned Move-In time.
• After they arrive at the Lloyd Noble Center, enter the building at the east side entrance.
  
• The 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 is in effect for all guests. Metal detectors will be located at the east entrance when you arrive. View the full list of prohibited items and security protocols.
• Once inside, they will be directed to the appropriate stations to complete the necessary steps for check-in.
   

Move-In Service: OU has partnered with University and Student Services to provide a full-service move-in for students living in the Residence Halls, the Residential Colleges and Cross Village. After they check-in at the Lloyd Noble Center, volunteers will guide them north to the residential area of campus. Once they arrive at their assigned building, University and Student Services will unload their vehicle and move all of their items into their room for them.

• This service will only be available to them on their specific Move-In day and time.
• Students who do not check in on their assigned Move-In day forfeit the move-in service. This includes students who schedule appointments outside of the assigned Move-In days.
• All incoming residents are limited to two passenger vehicles and one trip through the full-service Move-In process. No U-Hauls, trailers or moving trucks/vans are allowed.
   

If a student has opted out of Camp Crimson, they are encouraged to move in after August 13 to move in themselves.

Please feel free to contact us by phone at (405) 325-2511 or email us at housinginfo@ou.edu from your OU email account if you have any questions.
 

Headington Hall residents should refer to communication from Headington Hall that will be emailed to their OU email accounts for specific Move-In details. For questions related to Headington Hall, call (405) 325-8403 or email headingtonhall@ou.edu.

Residents of Traditions Square will begin Move-In Thursday, August 1. Residents are required to check in at the clubhouse for Move-In. The clubhouse will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Residents will receive an email to their OU email account with instructions on how to schedule a Move-In appointment.

Before you arrive for Move-In, you will need to have your campus ID, your Sooner Card. Sooner Cards are now completely digital, and we have made the entire process convenient for you to complete online. If you need a physical card printed, you can visit one of the Sooner Card offices.

You must upload and submit an ID photo using the eAccounts app through your smart device no later than July 1.  Learn how to upload your photo in the eAccounts app.

After your photo has been approved, you are ready to add your Sooner Card to your mobile device. Visit the Sooner Card website for directions for both Apple and Android devices.

If you need a physical card printed, you can visit one of the Sooner Card offices. 

Wonder where the Sooner Card and Post Offices are on campus? View a map to the Sooner Card and Student Post office (PDF).

If you have questions or need assistance with your photo submission or setting up your mobile Sooner Card, contact the Sooner Card office at (405) 325-0862 or soonercard@ou.edu.

*Photo guidelines

• Photo must be in color – driver license, passport or visa-style photos are best. Do not attach a photo of your driver license or state ID.
• Face must be clearly visible and facing forward – no profile shots, sunglasses or hats
• Photo cannot be blurred or contain ghosting
• Photo cannot be modified in any way and must be original image
• Nothing can be touching your face
• You must be the only person in the photo
• Photo must meet a minimum resolution of 600 x 600 pixels

The 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 is in effect for all guests. Metal detectors will be located at the east entrance of Lloyd Noble Center when you arrive. View the full list of prohibited items and security protocols.

If you have questions about what to pack (or not pack) to live comfortably in the Residence Halls, download our packing list. We've also compiled room and furniture measurements for the Residence Halls, the Residential Colleges and Cross Village to help you know what will (or won't) fit in your room.

Be mindful of room dimensions and avoid bringing more than you’ll want to self-move out at the end of the academic year. Learn more about what furniture is available in each Residence Hall. 

• Packing List (PDF)
• Resident Halls Measurements (PDF)
• Residential Colleges Measurements (PDF)
• Cross Village Measurements (PDF)

Please remember each student is allowed only two passenger vehicles through the move-in process. No trailers, U-Hauls, or moving trucks are allowed. If you have extra items or larger vehicles, they must be self-unloaded after 5:00 p.m.

It is crucial to adhere to your assigned Move-In time to keep the process flowing smoothly for everyone throughout the day. Arriving too early or late could cause delays. 

Please label your belongings with your name and room number. Any fragile or heavy items should be labeled as such. Avoid bulky items to make the moving process faster and easier. Each dorm room is completely outfitted with furniture to make this your home. See the full list of furniture and what is available in each room in the Halls and Apartments.

Avoid having loose items in your vehicle. Ensure all items are packed in a box, bag, or container. Please label heavy or fragile items to ensure the best move-in experience.

The health and safety of our residents is our top priority. Learn more about the proactive measures the University has taken to ensure all students have a safe experience on campus.

• OU Campus Safety
• Mold, Mildew and Moisture Prevention

No. Housing and Residence Life and USS are only staffed to accommodate the number of students allocated to each Move-In time. While coming early to beat the rush may seem like a great idea, it will result in longer wait times for you and everyone else. We encourage you to arrive at Lloyd Noble Center during your Move-In time to receive the best service.

No. Housing and Residence Life and USS are only staffed to accommodate the number of students allocated to each Move-In time. Arriving late will result in longer wait times for you and everyone else. We encourage you to arrive at Lloyd Noble Center during your Move-In time to receive the best service.

• On your assigned Move-In day, you must arrive at the Lloyd Noble Center at your assigned Move-In time.

• After you arrive at the Lloyd Noble Center, enter the building at the east side entrance.

• Once inside, you will be directed to the appropriate stations to complete the necessary steps for check-in.

• Once you have received your hangtag at check-in, you will return to your car and will be directed to drive to your center along the traffic-controlled path.

• A map of the Lloyd Noble Center (PDF).

Sooner Cards are now completely digital, and we have made the entire process convenient for you to complete online.

You must upload and submit an ID photo using the eAccounts app through your smart device no later than July 1.  Learn how to upload your photo in the eAccounts app.

After your photo has been approved, you are ready to add your Sooner Card to your mobile device. Visit the Sooner Card website for directions for both Apple and Android devices.

Your digital ID can also be used in place of the plastic Sooner Card. If you prefer to have a physical card along with your Sooner Card in Apple Wallet or Google Play, you can visit the Sooner Card office to have one printed for $30.00.

If you have questions or need assistance with your photo submission or setting up your mobile Sooner Card, contact the Sooner Card office at (405) 325-0862 or soonercard@ou.edu.

*Photo guidelines

• Photo must be in color – driver license, passport or visa-style photos are best. Do not attach a photo of your driver license or state ID.
• Face must be clearly visible and facing forward – no profile shots, sunglasses or hats
• Photo cannot be blurred or contain ghosting
• Photo cannot be modified in any way and must be original image
• Nothing can be touching your face
• You must be the only person in the photo
• Photo must meet a minimum resolution of 600 x 600 pixels

Yes. Please use the facilities at Lloyd Noble Center prior to checking in. It is possible that you will wait in a long line, and facilities are not available between Lloyd Noble Center and the Residence Halls.

Each student is only allowed to go through the provided USS unloading process once. If you have additional items at a retail store or in a storage locker, you should pick these things up prior to arriving to Lloyd Noble Center for check-in. 

Yes. It is very important that all cars in your caravan stay together throughout the move-in process, including the check-in lines at Lloyd Noble Center. Please do not have your second car wait at a separate location or try to meet you at the Residence Halls if it is carrying any of your Move-In items. 

No. Cars that do not contain items to be unloaded can be parked at the shuttle parking lot on the northeast side of Lloyd Noble Center. Shuttles will run from Lloyd Noble Center to the Residence Halls each day of Move-In.
 

CART Maps and Schedules

It is likely that you will experience a wait during the Move-In process. It is important to arrive at Lloyd Noble Center with water for the people in your vehicle and a full tank of gas. Restrooms are available at Lloyd Noble Center. Please let the greeter know that you would like to use the facilities, and they will direct you to the appropriate parking area. 

Student meal plans will be active when students arrive on their scheduled Move-In day.