Check your Vanderbilt email for updates and visit the Welcome website for more information.
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Log into Your Enrollment Services (YES) Portal to check your progress on several critical tasks and input your emergency contact information. Note it takes up to four days for changes in YES to appear within the portal. If something is not completed, it may delay your move-in and class registration.
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Move-In Day Details
Transfer student move-in for on-campus residents is scheduled for August 21. Students will be provided with a specific move-in time in their room assignment information on or around August 10. Move-in times will range from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on August 21, and students should report to the check-in location at their assigned time. If you do not receive your assignment, please reach out to housing@vanderbilt.edu.
If you are attending International Student Orientation (ISO), you can move in between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT on August 19. You must be signed up for ISO and complete the Pre-Arrival Form to move-in on Wednesday, August 19. Additional instructions regarding move-in will be emailed to you ahead of your arrival. You will receive an email with specific instructions for move-in based on the arrival details you submitted in the Pre-Arrival Form. For more information on move-in, visit the Housing and Residential Experience Move-In webpage.
If you are not attending International Student Orientation, your move-in will take place on August 21, at your assigned time. For information on unloading areas based on your residence location, check-in desks or other information related to move-in, please visit the .
Activate your Mobile Commodore Card prior to your arrival on campus. Instructions for activation are available on the Card Services website.
Be part of the Welcome Week action! Help create amazing content for Vanderbilt’s social media—fill out our interest form to get involved!
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ISSS SEVIS Check-In Info
After arrival to the U.S. and to Vanderbilt, all incoming international students entering with an Initial or Transfer Pending I-20 or DS-2019 must complete a mandatory SEVIS Check-in. The check-in process is virtual and collects copies of your F-1 or J-1 status documents and the information ISSS needs to report your arrival in SEVIS. You must also complete the SEVIS check-in process prior to completing your I-9 (for on-campus employment), or before applying for a Social Security Number (SSN), driver’s license, or state ID card. Learn more about the steps to complete check-in online.
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Anchored in Our Values Learning Series
As a new student, you are required to complete the Anchored in Our Values Learning Series to assist with making informed choices regarding your health and safety, as well as the health and safety of other students and the larger Vanderbilt community. Information regarding these modules has been sent from @safecolleges.com with the subject line “Mandatory: Anchored in Our Values Learning Series.” The modules will need to be completed by the deadlines issued in the email.
If you experience any difficulty completing the modules, please review the New Student Modules page or email StudentModules@vanderbilt.edu.
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International Student Orientation
The International Student Orientation (ISO) schedule is now available! As an international transfer student, it is your choice whether you would prefer to participate in ISO or join your domestic peers to only attend Transfer Student Orientation (required). The deadline to sign up for International Student Orientation was July 15. If you have any questions regarding International Student Orientation, please email residentialcolleges@vanderbilt.edu.
ISO is a series of sessions designed to support your transition to college and the U.S. ISO will also offer you a chance to settle in and meet new people before the rest of the class arrives. At the conclusion of ISO, you will join your peers and participate in the required Transfer Student Orientation.
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Shipping Packages for Move-In
Packages will be ready for pickup at the Student Life Center Garage temporary location (just off Vanderbilt Place) beginning on your on-campus move-in date. You will receive an email package notification for each package received, with instructions on the pick-up location. More details about shipping packages can be found online.
All packages must have the following info:
Student Name
PMB 35XXXX (X= four-digit PMB number provided in room assignment email)
2301 Vanderbilt Place
Nashville, TN 37235-XXXX (X=four-digit PMB number provided in room assignment email)
Please make every effort to combine items for shipping to campus to limit excessive amounts of packages. More details about shipping packages, including how to identify your PMB number, can be found on the Mail Services webpage.
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Construction Updates
As you prepare for life on campus, stay connected to important construction and campus infrastructure updates through the Division of Real Estate, Facilities and Development (REFD). Sign up for to receive real-time notifications about construction activity and campus impacts, subscribe to the for bi-weekly project updates, and follow on Instagram for the latest news and reminders. You can also now text "ConstructVU" to 55744 with any feedback or questions about construction on campus.
These resources provide timely information about projects, pedestrian route changes, building access, utility impacts and other campus operations to help you plan ahead throughout the year.
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In the weeks leading up to the first day of classes, various Vanderbilt offices will be hosting events designed to help you feel more connected and informed. These include conversations with campus leaders, helpful info sessions and more. Be sure to check each event listing for details.
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Dialogue at Vanderbilt: A Conversation with Campus Leaders and Students | August 12, 6 – 7 p.m. CT (Virtual) | Webinar Link | Open to all incoming students and their families
- Your Guide to Vanderbilt Campus Dining | August 21, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. CT | Sarratt 325/327 | Learn how to navigate dining halls, understanding allergens, nutrition and unique culinary offerings
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2026 Welcome Week Events
We are excited to host events designed to connect new and returning students with our campus community. These events offer a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow students, engage with staff and other students, and learn about the many resources and activities available throughout the year. Visit the Welcome Events webpage for events to kick off the 2026-27 academic year!
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