New York University's campus surrounds Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village, with the Washington Square Arch serving as its unofficial symbol, and first-year students housed across NYU's residence hall system - the largest among private universities in the country - including Third Avenue North and the historic Rubin Hall.
Enrollment
61,890
Total Students
Freshman Class
7,440
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 28-29, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
8%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Friday, August 28 availability is very limited - most new students should plan for Saturday, August 29. NYU Welcome Weekend runs the same two days at both the Washington Square and Brooklyn campuses, giving students and families a chance to explore campus and connect with university departments while moving in. Note for Brooklyn hall residents moving in Friday: Jay Street, between Tillary and Livingston Streets, operates as a weekday busway starting at 7 a.m.
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
- A two-hour scheduled move-in appointment; entry isn't permitted more than 30 minutes before your scheduled time.
- Check-in location
- The front entrance of your assigned residence hall.
- Parking
- NYU does not provide parking, and cars cannot be left unattended - park in a legal parking space or garage after unloading your belongings.
- What you'll receive
- Your NYU ID, keys, a guest wristband, and a welcome packet at your residence hall's front entrance; a limited supply of moving carts is available first come, first served.
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
Third Avenue North
Traditional · Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Rubin Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to New York University's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
NYU Welcome & School Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 28 - September 1, 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
$23,530
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- CVS Pharmacy0.2 miles
- Wegmans0.3 miles
- Target0.4 miles
- Walgreens0.9 miles
- Walmart4.9 miles
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Checklists
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