Move-In Fall 2025

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Welcome to RIT's Housing Community!

We are excited to welcome you to campus and support you with a successful year of learning, living, and laughter! Your move-in journey for the 2025-2026 academic year starts here. 

Move-In Information

Incoming First Year
Current Student
Incoming Graduate/Transfer

Tigers Gotta Eat

Dine on Campus During Move-In

After you move in, take the whole family to relax and enjoy a meal at one of our dining locations. RIT Dining offers many options, including international cuisine, plant-based and allergen-friendly entreés, and chef specials. Grab-and-go, coffee, and convenience stores are nearby for quick bites. You can find menus, hours of operation, and the dining map at rit.edu/dining/.

family eating at a table in Gracies

Dining locations near the Residence Halls and Perkins Green:

Beanz
Start your day with freshly brewed coffee from our local partner Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters or grab a quick breakfast using our ordering kiosks. 

Gracie’s
Enjoy an all-you-to-eat dining experience, where you can try a little of everything from our most extensive offering of plant-based entrees, BBQ, international cuisine, pasta, and dessert. Ideal for a lunch or dinner with variety. Gracie’s is also our peanut and tree-nut-free (except coconut) facility, offering allergen-friendly entrees that eliminate nine common allergens (milk, egg, fish, crustacean, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, wheat, and gluten). 

The College Grind
Grab your favorite Starbucks® beverage, smoothies made with whole fruits, vegetables, and cold-pressed juices from our local partner, Red Jacket Orchards. 

The Corner Store 
Did you forget any toiletries, groceries, or school supplies? Stop by The Corner Store, conveniently located in the tunnels of the residence halls to stock up on the necessities. 

lobster and steak

Dining options near Global Village, Riverknoll, and Univerity Commons: 

Take a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of moving. Treat yourself to a dining experience in Global Village, where you can relax, unwind, and savor various culinary delights. 

Café and Market at Crossroads
Wander through our market-style food court — get up and personal with our chefs and grab a daily special at the Chef Creation station, build a sub, grab a personal-size pizza, hand-rolled sushi, or select from the largest grab & go selection of fresh salads, sandwiches, and desserts. 

Cantina & Grille at Global Village
If you like build-your-own bowls, this is the stop for you. Customize your own Mexican or Indian bowl made with fresh ingredients packed full of flavor. 

Midnight Oil
Grab your favorite Starbucks® beverage, artisan sandwiches, pastries, or desserts for breakfast or mid-day snack. 

The Market at Global Village 
Stock up on groceries, fresh produce, toiletries, and a variety of international snacks and beverages.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

RIT strongly encourages all students to maintain insurance coverage either under a parent/guardian’s home owners insurance or through a separate personal property policy. RIT assumes no responsibility for losses of students’ personal belongings. RIT offers Personal Property Insurance through Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Several different limit and deductible options provide student’s flexibility to select the type and amount of coverage that best serves their needs. For more information and to enroll in a plan, contact Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. at 888-411-4911 or at collegestudentinsurance.com.

Students requesting to move in early for the fall semester must complete the Early Arrival request under Forms in the myLife portal.

Incoming student arrival dates: Sunday, August 17 and Monday, August 18

Current student move-in dates: Tuesday, August 19 - Sunday, August 24

  • Early arrivals are not guaranteed.
  • There is a $65/day fee for every day prior to scheduled move-in day.
  • If the early arrival is approved, the student will be notified.
     

Students who will be arriving the first day class or later, must notify Housing by calling 585-475-5000 or by submitting a ticket at help.rit.edu to inform RIT Housing of your intended arrival date.  
 

All RIT housing has air conditioning except the 2 and 3 bedroom townhouses in Riverknoll.  

Residence halls, Global Village, Perkins Green and Greek housing have twin extra -long  beds. University Commons and RIT Inn have full size beds. 175 Jefferson has a mix of queen and king size.  

No pets or animals except fish are allowed in RIT housing. Piranhas, Oscars, and other fighting fish are not allowed. A fish tank cannot exceed 10 gallons.

RIT allows students to bring one vehicle to campus.

First year students may only park in lot B on Wiltsie Drive. 

Please note that students with Residential Permits may not use the academic parking lots on weekdays between 5 a.m. – 5 p.m.  

All vehicles on campus must be registered with a valid permit. Permit sales begin August 13, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. A residential permit is required for any student living in RIT housing with a vehicle on campus. General permits are available to commuter students. All permits are virtual (no stickers or hangtags) and are only sold on-line. Please register your vehicle at rit.edu/parking. You will need your RIT username and password to log in. Once signed in, click on the “My Parking Account” link to register. Visit rit.edu/parking for more information about campus parking regulations.

When you purchase your parking permit, you will receive information that will tell you where you are eligible to park your car based on your housing location and your year-level.

Arriving by plane, train, or bus? You may obtain a taxi, Uber, or Lyft to transport you to campus. The fare for the trip to RIT will cost approximately $35. Please ask the driver to use the Lowenthal Drive main entrance. RIT Address: 1 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623