University of Rhode IslandMove-In Guide
Kingston, Rhode Island
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1892🔗 www.uri.edu
The University of Rhode Island's Kingston campus centers on a granite-built historic quadrangle recognized as a National Register Historic District in 2017, with 95% of first-year students living on campus in halls including Adams Hall, a corridor-style building home to 220 first-years.
Enrollment
17,210
Total Students
Freshman Class
3,594
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Sep 4, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
75%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Move-in entrances A, B, C, and D are all located along Route 138 - use URI's own detailed driving directions, since peak traffic occurs around 8 a.m. and again just after noon. At your room, use your ID and 4-digit PIN (found in URI My Housing) to swipe into your lock - you should see a green light confirming you're checked in. Unattended vehicles in unloading zones or residence hall parking lots will be courtesy towed. Meal plans begin the same day as move-in, though with possibly restricted service.
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
- Move-in runs Sept. 4-7, with each student assigned a 20-minute appointment slot. Traffic peaks around 8 a.m. and just after noon.
- Check-in location
- Check in at your own residence hall, entering campus through one of the designated move-in entrances along Route 138.
- Parking
- Unloading zones are only available during your scheduled 20-minute window, and the driver needs to stay with the vehicle at all times. After unloading, move to one of the longer-term parking areas.
- What you'll receive
- Access to your room via your student ID and a 4-digit PIN, entered at the door lock (a green light confirms you're checked in).
- Vehicle restrictions
- A vehicle left unattended in an unloading zone, on-street spot, or residence hall lot will be courtesy towed. Most campus roadways run one-way during move-in, and parking on green space isn't allowed unless staff direct you there.
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
Adams Hall
Traditional · Coed
First-year only
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to University of Rhode Island's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
Welcome Week (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
September 4 - September 8, 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
$13,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- CVS Pharmacy0.1 miles
- Walgreens4.3 miles
- Walmart7.2 miles
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