Division of Student Affairs
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Dear parents and families:
Only a few more days until move-in! This is such a special time and we’re thrilled to be part of this milestone with your family.
We know that dropping off your student at college is a moment filled with pride, excitement and for some, a few tears. It marks the beginning of an incredible new chapter—for them and for you. We’re here to support you all every step of the way.
We’ve included some important last-minute details to help you prepare for what’s ahead during Fall Welcome and Parent & Family Orientation.
If you couldn’t RSVP for Parent & Family Orientation, don’t worry—your student can let us know you’re here when they check in on Move-in Day.
If your student wants to participate in the optional “In the Lou” off-campus experience during Fall Welcome, be sure to complete the necessary waiver. For students under 18 who will not turn 18 before August 22, you’ll need to sign this under-18 waiver.
I look forward to seeing you at move-in, at the welcome toast with Chancellor Martin and at the Parents & Families as Partners event. I especially want to remind you that our 2025 Student Convocation will be held on August 23 at 7 p.m. This event is for new students only but families are invited to watch the live stream on this website.
If you have questions about move-in, Fall Welcome or Parent & Family Orientation, please contact my team at families@wustl.edu or by phone, 314-935-5040 (toll-free: 844-935-5040).
Warmly,
Anna “Dr. G” Gonzalez
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
@akgonzal327
@washustudentaffairs
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Important dates and deadlines |
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August 13: International student move-in
- August 15 and 16: Class of 2029 move-in
- Fall varsity athletes have different arrival dates; please check with your student's head coach for more information.
- August 16-23: Fall Welcome
- August 25: First day of classes
- September 1: Labor Day (no classes)
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September 5: Deadline to complete the Student Health Insurance Plan waiver
- September 26-28: Parent and Family Weekend
- October 4-7: Fall Break (no classes)
- November 26-30: Thanksgiving Break (no classes)
- December 5: Last day of classes
- December 8-17: Reading period and final exams
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Free parking is available on campus August 15-17. Families are encouraged to select the East End Garage for long-term parking during your visit. Long-term parking is not available on the South 40 (where first-year residences are located) on Friday, August 15 or Saturday, August 16.
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Walking tours of campus will be available on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16. Tours leave from the South 40 Clocktower hourly beginning at 1 p.m.; the last tour leaves at 4 p.m.
We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing a water bottle and a hat.
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New students will move-in to their residence hall on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16*. Students should have selected their check-in time in early July; if not, please have them do so as soon as possible. Students can view their self-selected check-in date and time in the Housing Portal.
Staff from Student Transitions & Engagement will be available to answer questions on Friday, August 15 and Saturday, August 16 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Student Transitions & Engagement is located in the lower level of Umrath House on the South 40 (across from the Bear’s Den entrance).
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Students will check-in at Tisch Commons located on the main level of the Danforth University Center (DUC). The Danforth University Center is located at 6475 Forsyth Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63105.
- If they are arriving via taxi or ride-sharing service, have your student provide the above address to their driver.
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During check-in, short-term parking will be available in Zone 2 in Lot 35 (Simon Hall Lot).
- Students will go inside the DUC to receive their room key, parking placard, Metro U-Pass, and a one-time moving ticket. Any guests will need to stay inside the vehicle.
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The parking placard must be placed on your vehicle's dashboard for the duration of move-in.
- The one-time moving ticket is given to our professional moving team when it is your student's turn to move items into their room. Do not lose it!
- Those arriving via taxi or ride-sharing service will be assisted in transporting luggage to their residence hall.
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From check-in, you and your student will be directed to the unloading location for your student's residence hall. Once their items are unloaded, the driver of the vehicle will be directed to long-term parking while you stay with your items.
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Review ResLife's Move in Guide for detailed information about the Move-In Day process, maps, packing lists and more.
Contact Residential Life with any questions about housing assignments or move-in.
* Move-In Day for international students attending WashU on a visa is Wednesday, August 13. Fall varsity athletes have different arrival dates; please check with your head coach for more information.
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| Remaining checklist requirements
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There are some critical tasks that students must complete to be able to move-in. If the following tasks are not completed by the time your student arrives to campus, they will be delayed in checking in to their residence hall.
More details about each of these important tasks can be found on the Before You Arrive Checklist. The items below had a deadline of August 1. If your student has not completed one or more of these items, they should do so ASAP.
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Your student has a busy schedule during Fall Welcome. On the evening your student moves in, they have a required Residential Floor Meeting at 8 p.m. (Friday, August 15 or Saturday, August 16; your student only attends one on the evening they move in).
On Sunday morning, your student has a required Residential Community Meeting at 10 a.m. and a required Community Meeting at 7 p.m. We encourage you to say your final goodbyes before the 7 p.m. meeting that your student needs to attend.
Beginning Monday morning, your student will be busy exploring academic life, community living and St. Louis.
View the full schedule of Fall Welcome events →
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Parent & Family Orientation |
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Convocation is a university tradition that will take place on Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. CDT. Families are encouraged to participate from the comfort of their homes, via live stream. The in-person event is for students only.
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Fall Welcome is a busy time on campus, especially during lunch. Plan ahead and learn more about dining location hours and tips to navigate meals by checking the Dining Services website for the most up-to-date information. Most campus orders are now made through the Grubhub app. If you do no not have the Grubhub app yet, download the Grubhub app now to stay on schedule and enjoy your meal!
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Some families may choose to arrive in St. Louis before their student’s assigned Move-in Day. Families may use that time to go shopping for last minute supplies, explore St. Louis or enjoy a family meal at a local restaurant. Plan your visit first by visiting Explore St. Louis.
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Save the Date for Parent & Family Weekend |
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Parent & Family Weekend 2025 will be held September 26 – 28 and offers events and activities for students and their parents and families. Some include guest lectures by faculty, campus tours, a football game, trips to St. Louis attractions, a reception and Fun House with Vice Chancellor Gonzalez, and much more. Save the date for this weekend and preview the event lineup.
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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