Cal Poly Dorm Room Checklist: A Guide to a Smooth Move-In

As you prepare for your move-in at Cal Poly, it's essential to have all the necessary information at hand. Below is a comprehensive checklist to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.

Before You Arrive

* Make sure to check-in with our office during your designated time slot. If you're unable to arrive on schedule but will still arrive before 3 p.m., don't worry! Our team will be ready to assist you.

* Plan ahead by knowing the path to your building. We've marked the way with balloons: white for Suites (Laurel, Noble, and Redwood), blue for Apartments (Acacia, Birch, Manzanita, Oak, and Willow), and orange for Residence Halls (Elm, Fig, Holly, Juniper, and Pine).

Check-In Process

* Bring your TitanCard to the check-in area, where our team will assist you with the process.

* Once you've completed check-in, follow the colored balloons to find your building.

Additional Tips

* Friends and family are welcome to help with unloading at the bin station located between the two parking structures. Just remember to have your TitanCard ready!

* Residents can head to our opening day tent at the Suites Patio area for any questions or concerns.

* Parking is available on the first two floors of either Eastside parking structure, as indicated by posted signage.

Getting Here

* From the 57 freeway, take exit 7 for Nutwood Avenue and head west. Then, enter campus using the entrance on Folino Drive Road from Nutwood Avenue.

Arrival Time

* To ensure a smooth Opening Day experience, please plan to arrive at your designated time based on the first letter of your last name. This helps keep lines short at the check-in area, equipment stations, and elevators.

* Don't worry if you're arriving early – you won't be penalized! However, arriving during your designated time will help streamline the process for everyone.

Floor Assignments

* To determine which floor you'll be assigned to, look at the first digit of your room number (available on your Application Overview page). For example, if you're in Acacia 104-A1, you'll be on the first floor.

* Here's a breakdown of floor assignments:

+ Suites: All even floors (Laurel 2, Laurel 4, Laurel 6, Noble 2, Noble 4, Noble 6)

+ Suites: All odd floors (Laurel 3, Laurel 5, Noble 3, Noble 5)

+ Residence Halls:

- Elm and Fig: Even floors (Elm 2 and 4, Fig 2 and 4)

- Holly, Juniper, and Pine: Odd floors (Holly 1, 3 and 5, Juniper 1, 3 and 5, Pine 1, 3 and 5)

+ Apartments:

- Acacia, Birch, Manzanita, Oak, and Willow: First and second floors

Check-In Dates and Times

* If you're assigned to a residence hall with odd-numbered floors (Elm 1, 3 and 5, Fig 1, 3 and 5, Holly 3 and 5, Juniper 3 and 5, Pine 3 and 5), check-in during the designated time slots.

* If you're assigned to an apartment building with first- or second-floor rooms (Acacia 1 and 2, Birch 1 and 2, Manzanita 3 and 4, Oak 1 and 2, Willow 3 and 4), check-in during the designated time slots.

By following this checklist, you'll be well-prepared for your move-in at Cal Poly. Remember to stay organized, arrive on schedule, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Happy moving!

Cal poly dorm room checklist