Move-in Information
Fall 2023 Community Guides
Move-in takes place on September 22-24 in the Residence Halls (Mesa Court and Middle Earth), September 23rd in Arroyo Vista, and September 24th in Las Lomas Apartments. Your housing assignment email, which will be sent in early-September, will include a specific date and time for your arrival along with parking and check-in instructions for your assigned community. If you need to schedule flights or hotel accommodations, please use the contract start dates listed in your housing contract to guide your travel planning. Student participating in ISPOP (orientation for international students) will receive guidance from program staff regarding move in.
Student Accomodations Provided Through Disability Services
UCI Student Housing works in partnership with the campus’ Disability Services Center. Housing accommodation and placement where physical, medical, psychological, developmental, or learning needs are to be taken into consideration are based on written recommendation to Student Housing from that office. We encourage you to contact the Disability Services Center at (949) 824-7494 for information regarding registration and documentation requirements. In the event written recommendation is provided from the Disability Services Center, Student Housing will work with that office and with you regarding your accommodation needs.
Prior To Move-In Day
Shopping For Your Room
Furnished bedrooms include: bed and mattress (extra long twin beds, 38 x 80 inches), mattress cover, desk (some with bookcase) and chair, and wardrobe. For details, check the floor plan for your community, and the “What To Bring” list.
**Micro-Fridges: An email from Collegiate Concepts about “micro-fridge” rentals will soon be sent out with information on how to rent a unit for your residence hall room.**
Preparing Your Computer And Mobile Devices
All undergraduate housing communities have Wi-Fi installed! The OIT Help Desk offers computer networking assistance to the residential communities. Connecting your computer or mobile device to the wireless network is easy! When you move in, simply:
- Connect your device to the “ResNet Mobile Access” network.
- Open a web browser, and you should be automatically redirected to our Express Registration system.
- If you are not automatically redirected, please visit Express Registration.
- Sign into the registration system with your UCInetID and password, and then wait two minutes.
- You are now connected!
Answers to many of your frequently-asked questions can be found in the OIT Help Center. If you require additional assistance, the OIT Help Desk is available 24/7 at (949) 824-2222 or email oit@uci.edu.
Protect Your Laptop
All UCI students are encouraged to download and install the FrontDoor Laptop Loss and Recovery Software on their laptops before they arrive on campus.
- Prevent computer theft and increase your chances of recovery in the event that your computer is stolen
- FREE 4-year license for UCI students! (Windows and Apple versions available.)
- Download and register the Recovery Software with your UCI email address.
Resident Parking Permit
If you were planning to bring a car to campus, learn about new resident parking regulations. Information also available on Surviving UCI Without a Car.
Getting Around Campus
UC Irvine’s Anteater Express Shuttle Service, with stops near each of the housing communities, provides transportation around the campus.
The University Pass is a discounted bus pass that gives you unlimited use of all regular OCTA routes for one year.
Biking at UC Irvine. Learn about bikeUCI and the different programs available to UCI’s bike community.
Zipcar is a University Carshare program that offers vehicles for rent by the hour or day.
Covid-19 Prevention and Awareness
Revision to UC Vaccine Policy COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
The University of California announced revisions to the University of California COVID-19 vaccine policy in light of changes to state and federal COVID-19 public health guidance and the end of the federal Public Health Emergency on May 11, 2023. Under the revised policy, the University will require students and employees to either receive or affirmatively decline COVID-19 vaccination each year.
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Disaster Preparedness
In the event a disaster, do you have a communication plan with your family? See the Health and Safety page for information about safety, security, disaster preparedness, and health. Student Housing has a limited amount of disaster supplies, and we encourage residents to gather their own personal supplies and to make their own plans in case of an earthquake (e.g. Personal Disaster Prep Kit). Sign up to receive ZotAlerts on your phone.
Move-In Day
Check-In
COVID-19 Tests
Antigen test kits are no longer available for broad distribution on campus. We recommend you obtain a supply of test kits from your health provider or local pharmacy for use during the year, as needed.
Parking
To better serve our incoming residents, parking is complimentary on your move-in date. Loading zones may be used for a maximum of 20 minutes. Overnight parking requires an overnight permit, which may be purchased at a dispenser or kiosk. Parking permits are required outside of the move-in weekend experience and in any non-resident parking areas/stalls.
Living Green
UCI is committed to minimizing the material going to landfill and maximizing the materials that are recycled and composted, leading to lower greenhouse gas emissions, a cleaner environment, and more green innovation.
How Can I Live Green?
- Break down and flatten your cardboard boxes, then take them to a designated area or recycling container outside your hall/ house.
- Pack reusable containers, utensils, and a water bottle. A water refill station is located in each hall.
- Compost in your hall/ house. Each residence hall/ house kitchen has been provided with a composting container lined with a biodegradable bag.
- Visit our Instagram and be on the look-out for additional tips before move-in @ucihousing.
Did You Know?
University of California Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP)
All UCI undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in UC SHIP as part of registration at UCI. For more information about the plan, see the UCI Student Health Center’s Insurance Page. If you are currently covered by major medical health insurance, you have the option of waiving out of the plan — declining the service — and not paying this fee by filling out the online waiver.
Renters Insurance is available through GradGuardTM
Students are encouraged to purchase renters insurance to protect their personal belongings and to provide liability coverage. Coverage is available through GradGuardTM or another provider of your choice.
Student Housing Services
Internet / ResNet: Prepare your computer before you arrive, and get more info on Residential Network Services.
Cable TV: To connect to the campus cable services you will need a coaxial cable. A list of cable channels are online.
Telephone (“land lines”): Optional telephone services can be ordered directly through AT&T after move-in. We suggest you consult with your roommate(s) before ordering and keep in mind that there will be an installation charge and monthly service charge for each line ordered.
Health & Safety: Housing facilities remain locked for your security, so keep your key with you! If you brought a bike, use a U-lock to keep it secure. Talk to Housing staff if you have safety concerns.
Mail/Package Delivery: Residents may start to have packages delivered starting September 18th. Anything delivered prior to that date will be returned to sender. Get information on your campus mailing address.