Fall Welcome

Class of 2028 Move-in Day and Fall Welcome will occur on Friday, August 30.

Move-In Countdown

August 30, 2024

Welcome

Stags, welcome back to Fairfield University! This year, you will be joining Fairfield’s largest first-year class in the University’s history. Reconnect with friends, explore your passions, and continue your journey in Stag Country.


What to Expect When You Arrive

  • Gonzaga and Regis Hall residents will enter through Barlow Gate.
  • Transfer students and Campion, Jogues, and Loyola Hall residents will enter through Main Gate (GPS Address:1073 North Benson Road).
  • Class of 2026: Follow traffic pattern and proceed to residence hall’s unloading zone.
  • Transfer Students: Park in the lot behind the Barone Campus Center (BCC) or Parking Garage and head to the Office of Residence Life in BCC 096 to pick up keys.

New Student & Family Move-In Day Schedule

Class of 2028

Friday, August 30

Class of 2027

Sunday, September 1

Classes of 2026 & 2025

Monday, September 2

Virtual Tours

Are you wondering what your new dorm looks like on the inside? Maybe you're looking for inspo on how best to decorate your room? Check out our virtual 360º Residence Hall & Room tours!

Take a (Virtual) Tour

Class of 2028 | Friday, August 30, 2024

Campion Hall Move-In Times
Jogues Hall Move-In Times
Regis Hall Move-In Times
Loyola Hall Move-In Times
Gonzaga Hall Move-In Times
70 McCormick Hall Move-In Times

Class of 2027 | Sunday, September 1, 2024

Kostka Hall, Claver Hall & Faber Hall Move-In
42 Langguth Rd., Gonzaga Hall, Sr. Thea Bowman Hall Move-In
47 Mahan Rd., Meditz Hall, Avery Dulles, S.J. Hall

Classes of 2026 & 2025 | Moday, September 4, 2023

Townhouses, Dolan Hall, 47 Mahan Rd., University-Owned Houses
Saturday, September 3, 2023
Sunday, September 4, 2023
Monday, September 5, 2023
Saturday, September 3, 2023
Sunday, September 4, 2023
Monday, September 5, 2023
Saturday, September 3, 2023
Sunday, September 4, 2023
Monday, September 5, 2023

First-Year Move-In & Fall Welcome Guide

The First-Year Move-In & Fall Welcome Guide will be live on the Fairfield University App by the end of the summer. In an effort to go paperless, in place of a printed schedule, we have created the Fairfield University Application. The app is available for all smartphones including iPhone and Android devices for free. The First-Year Move-In & Fall Welcome Guide will allow you to access the event schedule, ticket info, and university resources. We ask that you take the time to download the app before arriving on campus for the weekend.

Instructions for Apple Devices
Instructions for Android Devices

What not to bring is equally as important as what to bring. Therefore, students, especially first-years, are strongly encouraged not to bring everything on move-in day that they think they might need during the course of the year. Bring items that will make your room feel like home and coordinate with roommates to figure out what items will be shared and who will be bringing them. Below is an abbreviated list of what to bring and not bring.

Alumni & Family Weekend and scheduled holidays provide additional opportunities to bring back personal items.

What to Bring

Permitted Items

What to Not Bring

Unpermitted Items
Who should I contact if I have questions regarding residence hall move-in?
Am I permitted guests to help me move-in?
Can families bring two cars when moving students in?
Which first-year residence halls have air conditioning?
How are the residence hall rooms configured?
How will the use of laundry bins and dollies work when moving in?
Can students raise or loft their beds?
How will students be engaged between the time they move in and the first day of classes?
What type of device is needed for students to access TV?
Can we arrive early for our move-in shift?
Where can we find the recommended packing list?
How can students find their mailbox/on-campus mailing address information?
Can students have personal belongings mailed to the campus prior to move in?
When will students receive their room keys and StagCards?

Recorded Webinars

Class of 2026 & Transfers Move-In Logistics Webinar

Class of 2026 & Transfers Move-In Logistics Webinar

Contact Us

Office of Student Engagement
Barone Campus Center Lower Level
(203) 254-4000, ext. 4053
engagement@fairfield.edu