PNM move in 2026
Potential New Members (PNMs) should plan to move into the residence halls Sunday, August 9. Because PNMs move in before the official start of their residence hall contract, a nonrefundable $250 early arrival charge will be assessed. This charge will appear in your student account after August 7.
All PNMs are required to schedule an arrival time for August 9.*
- Your arrival time is a 15-minute window during which you should arrive on campus to begin moving in. After arriving you will have one hour to unload before moving to long-term parking. After moving to long-term parking, take as much time as you need to unpack and set up your room.
- Arrival times help stagger parking, check-in lines and elevator use.
- Arrival times will be available for you to choose—depending on your building—July 7,8 or 9.
- University Housing will communicate information via your UGA email address about arrival time scheduling.
- The site to sign up or adjust your arrival time slot will close on August 6.
* University Housing guarantees an arrival time on August 9, however, we cannot guarantee a specific arrival time on that day because arrival time choice is a student-driven process. Please remain flexible with your plans until you choose your arrival time.
Limited operations August 9-13
Residence hall front desks and mailrooms open Friday, August 14. Mail and packages sent before that date will be refused.
If, after moving in, you experience issues with access or facilities concerns, call 706-542-8289 or visit the front desk of Creswell Hall.
PNMs must set up their housing Personal Identification Number (PIN) before arriving on campus to move in. Residence hall access will be activated for students with arrival times; use your UGACard and PIN to access your building (except UV East).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When should Potential New Members (PNMs) plan to move in?
PNMs should plan to move into their residence halls on Sunday, August 9 to participate in sorority recruitment.
Why is there an early arrival charge?
Because PNMs move in before the official start of the residence hall contract, a nonrefundable $250 early arrival charge is assessed ($50 per day before the housing August 14 contract start date).
When will the early arrival charge appear on my account?
The $250 early arrival charge will appear in your student account after August 7.
Do I need to schedule an arrival time?
Yes. All PNMs are required to schedule an arrival time for August 9.
When will arrival time sign-up be available?
Arrival times will be available for you to choose—depending on your building—July 7,8 or 9. Look for information sent to your UGA email for the specific date for residents of your building to choose.
How will I receive information about scheduling my arrival time?
University Housing will communicate arrival-time scheduling instructions through your UGA email address. Check it regularly.
What arrival times are available for my residence hall?
Arrival times on August 9 are available during the following windows, based on building:
August 9, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Black-Diallo-Miller
- Brumby
- Building 2266
- Creswell
- Morris
- Russell
August 9, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Boggs
- Brown
- Building 1516
- Busbee
- Church
- Hill
- Lipscomb
- Mary Lyndon
- McWhorter
- Mell
- Myers
- Oglethorpe House
- Payne
- Reed
- Rooker
- Rutherford
- Soule
- UV East (J, K, L)
- Vandiver
If my roommate is not participating in sorority recruitment, can they move in on August 9?
No. Students not participating in sorority recruitment will not have access to their room, will not be issued a key and may not arrive before the housing contract begins. Unauthorized students in the building will be considered trespassing.
Will the buildings be secure before regular move in begins?
Yes, security is a shared responsibility between housing and its residents. As always, residents should not let in people they don’t know and should lock their doors while away or sleeping. Building access is controlled by a two-factor secure door entry system using residents’ UGACard and a self-selected Personal Identification Number (PIN). Housing security staff will also perform their normal rounds (9 p.m.-6 a.m.).
Why are arrival times required?
Arrival times help manage parking, reduce check-in lines and limit elevator congestion during move-in.
What does my arrival time mean?
Your arrival time is a 15-minute window during which you should arrive on campus to begin moving in.
How much time do I have to unload my vehicle?
After arriving, you will have one hour to unload your belongings before moving your vehicle to a long-term parking lot.
What happens after the one-hour unloading period?
After unloading, you must move your vehicle to a long-term parking lot. Once your car is parked, you may take as much time as you need to unpack and set up your room.
Can I choose a specific arrival time within those windows?
University Housing guarantees an arrival time on August 9 within the listed time ranges for your building but cannot guarantee a specific time. Since arrival time scheduling is a student-driven process, students should remain flexible until they officially select their arrival time.
What should I do if my travel plans are not finalized?
Remain flexible with travel plans until arrival times are released and you have selected your designated move-in window in early July.