The University of Denver's University Park campus is anchored by University Hall, its longest-standing building since 1890, built from lava stone quarried near Castle Rock, with new first-year students welcomed into the Dimond Family Residential Village, one of the university's newest residence halls.
Enrollment
6,613
Total Students
Freshman Class
1,650
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Sep 1, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
64%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
International students should check the International Student & Scholar Services site for a separate, earlier International Student Move-In and Orientation schedule. Obtain a parking pass and complete online training (Discoveries Online Canvas Course and EverFi trainings) before arriving on campus. Early arrival is available as early as August 30 with an approved request.
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
- Each student is assigned a 30-minute arrival window to check in and unload, communicated by DU email during the summer; you may also arrive at your slot or any time after it.
- Check-in location
- Your assigned residence hall - park in the designated short-term unloading spot there before checking in.
- Parking
- Park in the designated short-term unloading spot at your residence hall to check in.
- What you'll receive
- A limited number of moving carts are available to help move your belongings from your vehicle into the building.
- Vehicle restrictions
- A parking pass should be obtained ahead of arrival per the standard Discoveries checklist.
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
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Dimond Family Residential Village
Suite-style · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to University of Denver's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
Discoveries Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
September 1 - September 7, 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
$15,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- Walgreens0.6 miles
- Target1.3 miles
- Walmart3.2 miles
- CVS Pharmacy3.7 miles
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Checklists
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