2025-2026
Housing Assignments are Available
Students with signed contracts can see their assignment on the myHousing Portal
New Student Move-In
(First-Year & Transfer)
Saturday, September 20th 9:30am - 4:00pm
Returning Student Move-In
Sunday, September 21st 10:00am - 2:00pm
Fall 2025 Move-In Day Information
Residential Education and Housing is planning to provide the best move-in experience in an efficient and friendly way.
- Unloading and moving assistance may be available.
- You may want to bring your own hand truck (dollies) or moving cart. We will have a limited number of metal moving carts and hand trucks (dollies) available to assist with your move if you wish to use them.
- Consider reducing the amount of personal belongings that you bring to campus. This will help ensure a quick and easy unloading process.
- Review the "What to Bring" checklist. Check the supplemental list of health related items you may want to consider bringing.
Understanding Your Room & Dining Contract
It is important to read and understand the Room and Dining Contract. A few basic facts about the contract can be found online, however, it is important to refer to the Room and Dining Contract for specific details and provisions.
What to Bring?
A general list of what to bring and what to leave behind is available to help you as you pack for OSU-Cascades. We suggest working with your roommate and/or suitemate so that you don't bring two of the same item.
Roommates
Living with someone in a small space can be difficult but with perseverance and determination this can be a rewarding experience.
Although many roommates get along from check-in day, below are some tips on developing successful suitemate/roommate relationships:
OSU-Cascades ID Card
Your student ID serves as your room key on campus and you will receive your ID at move-in.
New students may start by uploading a photo for your OSU-Cascades Student ID:
Visit mycard.oregonstate.edu and click the profile image to upload a photo.
If you are around Bend, you may get your OSU-Cascades ID Card at the the Mail & ID Center prior to the term start.
Your OSU-Cascades ID Card not only permits you to enter your residence hall and pay for purchases at the dining centers, but it also provides access to the following services:
- Access to the Residence Hall
- Campus dining, coffee shop, and Orange Cash
- The Fitness Room
Preparing to arrive
OSU ID card
Bring your OSU ID card to check in if you are a returning student. You will need it to access your building and to eat in the dining center.
New students will need to, will need to show a valid form of identification (such as a driver's license or other photo ID) to reeive their OSU ID at check-in. If you did not upload your student ID photo ahead of time, you will need to visit the Mail & ID Center the Monday after move-in to have your photo taken.
Receiving mail
Our address is: 1500 SW Chandler Avenue, Bend, OR 97702
You can send packages or mail to your residence hall address no earlier than one week prior to move-in. The mailroom will hold your mail and packages until the end of the first week of Fall Term.
Loft kits
Loft kits are available on a lottery basis and may be requested in the Housing application on the myHousing Portal. The cost for a loft kit is $220, which will be billed to your student account in Fall Term. For more information on loft kit reservations, please view the loft kit page.
Personal Property (Renters) Insurance
Residential Education and Housing recommends purchasing Personal Property or Renters Insurance either through your family’s existing account, or through one of many insurance agencies.
Bringing a car
With easy access to grocery stores, restaurants and other destinations within walking distance from campus, many students find bringing a car is not necessary.
If you need to bring a car, register your car before bringing a vehicle. More information about purchasing a residential parking permit can be found on the Transportation Services website.
Bringing a bike
A limited number of indoor bike storage spaces will be available on a lottery basis. Students may sign up for the lottery in the Housing application on the myHousing Portal. Please see Campus Safety's recommendations for Bikes on Campus.