Unlike a university whose campus is separated by gates or walls, NYU is very much in and of New York City. Nothing isolates the experiences at NYU from the outside world - our buildings and facilities are another part of a busy metropolis with which we share the streets, sidewalks, parks, and trains. It's nearly impossible to tell where the city begins and the University ends. While studying and living in New York City is a unique and exciting experience, it does present several significant challenges, especially on move-in day. Please refer to the information provided to prepare for your arrival.
Students will receive "Opening Day" instructions with parking information, tips on what to bring and arrival times with their assignment notice during the first week of August (late December for new Spring students). Students may not move into their residence hall prior to each semester's official Opening Day.
Upon arrival in the Fall semester, students will check-in at their specific residence hall's reception area. Housing and Residential Education staff will be available to greet students and provide them with important check-in materials including keys, room inventory reports, area attractions, along with residence hall policies, procedures and amenities.
Suggested items to bring:
- non-halogen
- desk lamp
- alarm clock
- microwave (apartment style halls only)
- rug
- posters
- extra-long twin sheets
- blankets/bedspreads
- pillows
- towel, washcloths and toiletries
Due to fire safety concerns all outside furniture is prohibited.
