If you plan to live off campus, we recommend you arrive at least one week before Jan. 5 to settle your housing arrangements. The university will be closed for the Christmas holiday from Dec. 24 to Jan. 5.
If you are living on campus, we recommend you arrive no earlier than Jan. 5.
These events are mandatory for all new students, and we will begin on time. If orientation starts at 9 a.m. we will start at 9 a.m.
The earliest a new student who is requesting to live on-campus in one of the dormitories can move in is Jan. 5, 2026. For after-hours check-in, go to Police and Safety at 210 W. Sixth St., Erie, Pa.