Georgia Institute of TechnologyMove-In Guide
Atlanta, Georgia
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1885🔗 www.gatech.edu
Georgia Tech's campus sits just north of downtown Atlanta, with most first-year students living together on West Campus in the Fitten, Freeman, and Montag residence hall community.
Enrollment
56,715
Total Students
Freshman Class
4,100
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 15-16, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
13%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Move-in appointment times vary by residence hall - check My Housing for your specific slot. A Volunteer Move-in option exists Aug. 14 for specific approved groups only. Submit your BuzzCard photo and enable your digital BuzzCard (via the Transact eAccounts app) before arriving, so it's ready to go. Once you reach your unloading zone, volunteers help move belongings from your car into a bin - don't leave your vehicle unattended, and move it to short-term parking as soon as it's unloaded.
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
- Arrival window
- Complete the self check-in process about 30 minutes before your move-in appointment, then plan to arrive at check-in at the time of your appointment.
- Check-in location
- A single, central check-in location for all residents - see the New Resident Check-in Map on GT's own housing site for exact directions and parking.
- Parking
- Look for signage directing you to single-car and multi-car lanes at check-in. After checking in, volunteers direct you to your specific unloading zone, then to short-term parking once you're unloaded.
- What you'll receive
- A bin to help move your belongings from your car once you reach your unloading zone, with volunteers assisting.
- Vehicle restrictions
- The check-in location has a maximum height of 7 feet 6 inches to enter, so U-Hauls and other tall vehicles won't be able to enter - plan accordingly if you're driving one.
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
- Photo coming soon
Fitten Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only Freeman Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year onlyMontag Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to Georgia Institute of Technology's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
FASET Orientation (register starting mid-April 2026)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 22 - August 20, 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
$13,608
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- Walgreens0.9 miles
- CVS Pharmacy1.1 miles
- Target1.2 miles
- Walmart1.8 miles
- Publix2.1 miles
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Checklists
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