Assignment Information
Welcome to University Residences! New students to University Residences for the 2026 Fall Semester will be notified of their room and roommate assignment information on or around July 15, 2026. This notification will be sent to your Purdue email address. Any questions regarding your housing assignment should be directed to the main office of your assigned residence.
Move-in:
Students registered for Boiler Gold Rush International can anticipate to move in on August 14, while students registered for Boiler Gold Rush can anticipate moving in between August 15 and August 18. All other students should plan to move in on August 19 or after. For more information, visit Move-In Details.
Important Information Regarding Check-in:
The academic year Purdue University Residences contract begins Friday, August 21, 2026. Early arrival outside the approved dates and times will only be considered in coordination with your campus employer or sponsoring university department.
Important Dates
| Date | Day | Time | Description |
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| On or around July 15, 2026 |
Students will receive their housing assignment. |
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| July 15, 2026 | New students can make changes to their move-in time slot. | ||
| July 16, 2026 |
All students can make changes to their meal plan. |
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| August 21, 2026 | Friday | First day of the 2026-27 academic year contract and breakfast is the first contract meal. Students may begin checking in to University Residences at no additional cost, unless registered for BGR or BGRi or participating in an approved early arrival program that either covers your cost or waives your cost. | |
| August 24, 2026 | Monday | 7:30 a.m. | Fall semester classes begin. |