University of New HampshireMove-In Guide
Durham, New Hampshire
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1866🔗 www.unh.edu
The University of New Hampshire's Durham campus centers on Thompson Hall, known locally as "T-Hall," the first building constructed here in 1892, with most first-year students housed in Christensen, Stoke, and Williamson Halls.
Enrollment
13,700
Total Students
Freshman Class
2,841
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 27-29, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
87%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Students living in the residence halls are assigned a move-in timeslot in mid-July, based on their residential hall and floor, to help minimize traffic congestion along Main Street and College Road. Students unable to arrive on their designated move-in day may arrive directly to their hall on Sunday, August 30, though move-in assistance is not available for late arrivals. This specific date should be confirmed directly with UNH Housing & Residential Life closer to move-in.
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
- Arrive during your assigned timeslot, quickly unload your vehicle at your hall's designated zone, then check in with hall staff - checking in activates your UNH ID for access to your hall.
- Parking
- After your quick unload, UNH staff will direct you to the parking most appropriate for your residence hall, in many cases A Lot. Do not follow your phone or vehicle's GPS directions, since many campus and area roads are adjusted or closed for move-in.
- What you'll receive
- Your room key, if applicable to your housing type, distributed at check-in.
- Vehicle restrictions
- Don't return through the drop-off line after your initial check-in - if you need to make another trip (to the store, for additional items), park in Lot A and carry items to your hall instead.
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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Christensen Hall
Traditional · Coed
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Stoke Hall
Traditional · Coed
- Photo coming soon
Williamson Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to University of New Hampshire's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
First-Year Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - June 30, 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
$14,000
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- Walgreens3.8 miles
- CVS Pharmacy4.4 miles
- Target7.2 miles
- Walmart7.3 miles
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