International Check-In Day

Check-In Day is when you formally become a resident of Columbia Housing!

A new student and two orientation leaders under "Columbia" balloon letters

Check-In for International First-Year students is on Saturday, August 23

If you are not an international student, please plan to Check-In on August 24.

What to Expect

You can review your assigned Check-In time in the "Move-In Information" tab of the Housing Portal.

We will adhere strictly to assignments and late arrival may result in delays.

Unload zones refer to the location where cars can unload items. Zones and arrival instructions will vary by residence hall. 

More detailed information will be shared in early August.

Check-In stations will be staffed by Columbia Housing. When you arrive, you will pick up your Columbia University ID (CUID) card which will be encoded with your building access and will also function as your room key. 

Check-In station locations will vary by building. Locations and arrival instructions will be shared in early August.

Your room assignment is viewable in the "Move-In Information" tab of the Housing Portal. 

Be aware that elevators are reserved for moving belongings to rooms and for disability access. Individual access to residential floors may be restricted to stairs. 

Before you unpack, log into the Housing Portal to take our brief, three-question survey about your Check-In experience and to complete the Room Condition Report (RCR). The RCR records the conditions of the room and furniture at the time of Check-In. This report is the basis for charges for any damage and/or loss attributable to the resident during occupancy.

Welcome to Academic Year 2025-2026!

Below are some resources that you may find helpful as a resident in Columbia Housing:

Convocation is scheduled for after Check-In activities have ended on Sunday, August 24. The time and location of convocation will be communicated to you by your school over the summer.