Arrival & Accommodations

Provost Academy Early Move-In Guide

You can choose to move into your residence hall on either Saturday, August 10 or Sunday, August 11. Provost Academy events begin on Sunday, August 11 at 1:00 p.m.

ON-CAMPUS RESIDENTS

Move-in Days and Times

Saturday, August 10, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. EST
Sunday, August 11, 8:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. EST

Move-in Details

Emailed Information: Logistics: You will receive an email from Panther Central with more specific details on Provost Academy move-in. This email will include details on unloading locations, cart stations, as well as parking information.
Wristbands: At the unloading locations and cart stations, all friends and family assisting you will receive wristbands as a security measure. All members of the group must be present at the unloading location, including the student, to receive a wristband in order to gain access to the residence halls.
Staff Assistance: Staff volunteers will be available to assist you! Please look for them at the specific unloading locations when you arrive.
Amenities: Learn about the amenities offered in your residence halls. We're committed to making on-campus living as safe, comfortable, and convenient as possible.

Resources for All Students

Meals

$30 in Panther Funds will be loaded to the student's Panther Card (Student ID) for meals during move-in on Saturday, August 10 or Sunday, August 11.
On Sunday, August 11, students and families will be provided hors d'oeuvres during the Welcome Reception, and students will be provided dinner.
Meal swipes will be provided on the student’s Panther Card (University ID) to be used at The Eatery Dining Hall for breakfasts, lunches, and dinners Monday, August 12 through Friday, August 16 of Provost Academy.
On Saturday, August 17 students will be provided a catered brunch at the Academic Presentations Brunch.
If you have a meal plan, you can begin using it on Sunday, August 18.

Move-in Checklist

Use this checklist to guide you as you prepare for move-in! All Pitt first-year students will find out their residence hall and roommate(s) assignments in mid-July. Provost Academy early arrival/move-in details will also be sent out by Panther Central in early August.

Panther Card

Don't forget to bring your Panther Card (Student ID) which will be mailed to you prior to your arrival to campus. Your Panther Card gives you access to your residence hall, meal plan, and so much more! Students must submit their photo online prior to being mailed their Panther Card.

University-Wide Arrival Guide

Welcome! CLICK HERE to visit the Pitt Arrival website to gain access to checklists and how-to guides for everything you need to know for Pitt move-in!

Attention commuters / off-campus residents...

Please contact us at studentsuccessinitiatives@pitt.edu if you have questions regarding parking or living arrangements during the week-long Provost Academy events.

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