Living on Campus

Moving into Woodward Hall, Talbott Apartments, and University Square Apartments, Bleeker Street between University Ave. and MLK Blvd. will be dedicated for Student Move-in.  You must enter with your car from the corner of University and Bleeker, and then an officer will direct you to park.  Once you get parked, you will be able to unload your car using any of the carts available in the lobby of the buildings. 

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Residents moving into Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hall or 180 West Market will be provided specific move-in information as their move-ins typically differ from our traditional undergraduate move-in. Any questions may be directed to the Area Coordinator of the building or you may contact the Office of Housing and Residence Life for further assistance. (Phone: 973-353-1037).

• Confirm that you have been assigned a space. Simply log onto the application portal at oncampus.rutgers.edu using your university NETID and password, to access your assignment and roommate information. 

• If you cannot see your assignment, you may not have updated your health records. Please confirm that all pending documents have been received via the online portal. You will be allowed to move-in, however, you must resolve all issues with Health Services, the next business day. (Phone: 973-353-5231)  

• If you have cleared your medical records and applied on-time but do not have a room assignment, please contact the Office of Housing and Residence Life for further assistance. (Phone: 973-353-1037) 

• Pack everything in an organized manner so that packing and unpacking your personal belongings is quick and easy. Make sure to check our Guide to Residence Life to make sure all of your room accessories are university approved. 

• Upon your arrival, there will be staff eager to assist with your move-in process and make sure that you are all checked into your new home. 

• Arrive at your indicated time. This will alleviate a rush of students attempting to check-in at one time. If an early or late arrival is needed, please contact your Area Director via email.  

• Upon arrival at the residence hall, quickly unload your vehicle(s) and place belongings into carts. 

• As you empty your vehicle(s), promptly move vehicle(s) to a designated parking area.  

• When entering your residence hall, please be aware that: 

• We all need to be patient with staff, students and families. 

• You are going to want to have your Student ID on your person at all times.  

• Memorize your RUID. You will need it for all of you time here. 

• Elevator usage will be at a premium with all the students moving in. 

• Finish settling in and immerse yourself into living on campus! 

• Introduce yourself to your Resident Assistant and building staff members.  We are all here to help!  

• Get to know your suitemates and other members of the on-campus community.  You may build friendships that will last a lifetime! 

• Attend other scheduled activities, especially, first- year students.  Exciting times are ahead of you! 

• Prepare for your classes. Make sure you are familiar with building locations and your schedule.