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Brigham Young UniversityMove-In Guide

Provo, Utah

๐Ÿซ Private UniversityEst. 1875๐Ÿ”— www.byu.edu

Brigham Young University's Provo campus, owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is anchored by the Karl G. Maeser Building, the oldest building still in use since 1911, standing on the site of a former 1850s cemetery, with students housed in complexes including Helaman Halls and Heritage Halls.

Enrollment

34,224

Total Students

Freshman Class

5,000

Approx.

Move-In Dates

Aug 26-28, 2026

Fall 2026

Acceptance Rate

70%

Most recent cycle

Move-In

Fall 2026 Move-In Details

Students living in on-campus housing who bring a vehicle need to register it with BYU Parking Services; a $25/month parking fee applies at Heritage Halls, Helaman Halls, and Riviera during Fall-Winter semesters. Helaman Halls residents are required to select a meal plan during the contracting process. This specific date should be confirmed directly with BYU Housing closer to move-in. Before check-in, complete the online portion first: watch a check-in video, submit an e-signature, and select your specific check-in date and time. It's recommended the student and two helpers come to campus, rather than a larger group.

Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time - your exact move-in date is shown above in the Overview.

Move-in day logistics

Check-in location
Helaman Halls residents check in at the Helaman Halls Cannon Center; Heritage Halls residents check in at the Heritage Halls Central Building.
Parking
Once you've unloaded your belongings to your room or apartment, move your vehicle to a legal parking stall - not along curbs, sidewalks, in front of trash containers, or in service vehicle/hall advisor stalls.
What you'll receive
A student ID card (or temporary card) and key at the check-in location - staff distribute these along with directions to your building.
Vehicle restrictions
Guns and other weapons (large knives, bows and arrows, swords, paint guns), fireworks, and explosive/flammable materials are not allowed on campus or in the residence halls.

Move-in day tips

  • Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
  • Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
  • Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
  • Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.

Housing & Dorms

  • Helaman Halls

    Traditional ยท Coed

  • Heritage Halls

    Suite-style ยท Coed

Housing Links

Each available link goes directly to Brigham Young University's own specific page, not just its general homepage.

Orientation

New Student Orientation (required)

All new students are required to attend one orientation session.

August 28 - August 29, 2026

Orientation tips

  • Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
  • Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
  • Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.

Costs

Room & Board

$9,500

Estimated / Year

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with Brigham Young University's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

Nearby Essentials

  • Target0.9 miles
  • Walgreens1.1 miles
  • Walmart1.5 miles

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