Move-In Information

MOVE-IN INFORMATION

Move In Dates and Times:

Wednesday, August 18 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 20 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 21 at Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 22 at Noon - 3:00 p.m.

Each resident should report to the dark brown office building located in the center of the parking lot. At check-in, residents will receive their keys. A picture ID is required to do so this includes a panther card, driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID.

Ready to move in? Let’s talk details:

We can't wait for you to check in to your new home at Eastern Illinois University! Move-In Day is a busy and exciting time for both students and parents. We are sure that you have a lot of questions about your new home away from home. If you are unable to find the answers here, call the University Court office at, 217-581-8000.

As we welcome our students back to our residential communities, we will be managing move-in days/times to limit traffic and density of individuals on campus, and in each building—including stairwells and elevators. Students will be able to sign up for a specific move-in time slot using our online form (date of availability coming soon).

New Incoming Freshmen and New Transfer Students will move back to campus on Wednesday, August 18, or Thursday, August 19.
Returning Students will be permitted to back to campus between Friday, August 20, and Sunday, August 22.
Early Arrivals – Your move-in date/time will be communicated to you by your program director/leader/supervisor/coach/etc. Please go to eiu.edu/housing/earlyarrival.php to determine if this applies to you.

Information Specific to your apartment:

All apartments contain a desk and chair, couch, lounge chair, two end tables, two lamps, nightstand (one per bedroom), dresser (one per roommate), mattress and metal bed frame, electric stove with oven, refrigerator, sink, dining table, four dining chairs and ample closet space.

One - Two Bedrooms
Full Kitchen
1 or 1.5 Baths
Direct Internet Connection
Trash Removal
$50 Water Allowance per Apartment
On-Site Pool (Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day)

Utilities

Electricity

The University does not provide electricity. Please contact Ameren at (800) 755-5000 to initiate service. Ameren will ask for the following:

1) your address

2) your Social Security number

3) your state id number or Driver's License number.

Residents are responsible for notification for disconnection of electricity prior to the time of checkout.

Water

Water overages exceeding $50 usage per month will be charged to your student account.

Mailing Address

For your mailing address please click here.

What to Pack

When you move to campus don't forget to bring these important items. If possible, we suggest that you communicate with your roommate to decide who will bring what to your new home!

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