Tufts Move-in Details: Arrival, Parking, and More
August 06, 2026 |
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Dear Parents and Families,
In just a few weeks, your Jumbo will be moving into their residence hall!
When you arrive to check-in, you and your student will receive a printed schedule for the day’s events. You can preview highlights online in advance, including parent and family programs. At check-in, your student will receive their Tufts ID and, if applicable, the key to their residence hall room.
Programs for parents and families on move-in days take place from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Your student’s Pre-O or Orientation activities will begin around the same time.
You are also invited to attend the Matriculation Ceremony on Thursday, September 3 at 10 a.m. ET. The ceremony is held outdoors on the Academic Quad, and will also be livestreamed to watch remotely with live transcription; links will be available on the Orientation website. If severe weather requires the ceremony to move indoors, the indoor venue can accommodate students only. Families who are on campus will be directed to nearby indoor spaces to watch the livestream of the ceremony.
RSVPs are not required to attend programs for parents and families during move-in. However, if you haven’t already, please take our brief survey to let us know which events you plan to attend.
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Arrival, Check-in, and Parking |
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If your student is moving into the Medford/Somerville campus, your first stop will be the Joyce Cummings Center (JCC), at 177 College Avenue, Medford. Please check in there before heading to your student’s residence hall to move them in. If you’re arriving by car, staff will be on hand at the JCC to direct you to the appropriate parking area.
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If your student is moving into the School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) campus, please begin your day at 1047 Beacon Street in Brookline. Once your student is settled into their residence at Beacon Street, you’re encouraged to head to the Medford/Somerville campus to participate in parent and family programming. There will also be activities available for students. Parking is available at the Dowling Parking Garage, at 419 Boston Avenue, Medford.
- If your student is moving in on August 28 for a Pre-Orientation program, please plan to arrive during the specific time window assigned to your student according to their Pre-O program. These timed arrivals help ensure a smooth and efficient move-in process, minimizing wait times and long lines. Individual Pre-O programs will be in touch with your student with their program schedule for move in day.
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Additional information about travel to campus, arrival, and parking is available online.
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Professional Movers, Labeling Boxes, and Facilities Requests |
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Professional movers will be available to help students unload and move in on August 28 and September 2. To expedite the unloading process, students should label their belongings in advance (e.g., boxes, plastic totes, suitcases, etc.) with the following information.
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- Student’s first and last name
- Residence hall and room number
- Cell phone number
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We'll also have labels and markers available at each residence hall.
- If your student has questions or requests related to their residence hall or facilities-related requests regarding their room after they move in, please look for Residential Life staff. They will be visible on campus wearing staff T-shirts or “Tufts” polo shirts.
- If you have other questions, please call Student Services at 617-627-2000.
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In an effort to help make move-in seamless and sustainable, we recommend these eco-conscious tips for moving to campus. Small actions, like mindful packing and waste reduction, can collectively make a significant impact.
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You will find all the mailroom details for both the Medford/Somerville and SMFA Fenway campuses online. This includes where to send packages and when mailrooms are open to pick them up.
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What Comes Next After Move-in? Preview the Summer Blockbuster After the Drop-Off ... |
We’re looking forward to welcoming your students—and many of you—to campus for move-in. It's a special time and we're excited to share it with you!
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In anticipation,
Rich DeCapua, EdD
Senior Associate Dean of Students
Mary Kate Kelley
Director, Orientation & Student Experience
Alyssa Zahoruiko
Assistant Director Student Life, Orientation & Student Experience
Christina Alch
Director, Residential Life & Learning
Carole McFall
Family Engagement
Direct: 617-627-2797, carole.mcfall@tufts.edu
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