Move-In Information
Incoming Residents
New resident students who are freshmen and new transfers are permitted to move into the residence halls on Friday, August 26, 2022. Please report to your assigned building. Check in will follow the following schedule:
- Mother Joseph 3rd Floor: 9:00am-10:00am
- Mother Joseph 2nd Floor: 10:00am-11:00am
- Mother Joseph 1st Floor: 11:00am-12:00pm
- Dominican & Rosary Hall any floor: 11:00am-12:00pm
Each student who has an assignment will receive detailed move in instructions during the first week of August to their Caldwell University email address.
Returning Residents
Returner Students (Sophomores and above) Move in will take place on Sunday, August 28, 2022 from 12:00pm-6:00pm. Please note, there will be a very limited amount of carts and wait time is lengthy, additionally there is no Move in Crew to assist you moving in.
- Dominican and Rosary Hall 3rd Floor: 12:00pm-2:00pm
- Dominica Hall 2nd floor & Rosary Hall 4th Floor: 2:00pm-4:00pm
- Dominican Hall 1st floor and Rosary Service Wing: 4:00pm-5:00pm
- Dominican Hall Lower Level: 5:00pm-6:00pm
- Mother Joseph 3rd floor 12:00pm-2:00pm
- Mother Joseph 2nd floor 2:00pm-4:00pm
- Mother Joseph 1st floor: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Each student who has an assignment will receive detailed move in instructions during the first week of August to their Caldwell University email address.
International & Out of State Student Resources
In area hotels
Caldwell University and the Office of Residence Life, does not promote or endorse any off campus hotels. As a resource, some close area hotels are listed below for those traveling to campus for extended stays or looking to acquire a short stay before/after occupancy dates.
Hampton Inn & Suites Fairfield
Address: 118-124 US-46, Fairfield, NJ 07004|
Phone: 973-575-5777
Best Western Plus Fairfield Executive Inn
Address: 216 US-46 #234, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Phone: 973-575-7700
Courtyard by Marriott West Orange
Address: 8 Rooney Cir, West Orange, NJ 07052
Phone: 973-669-4725
Important Housing Dates and Information
Check in & Check Out dates: (Please make arrangements accordingly)
First Year & Transfer Check In:
Friday, August 26, 2022, 9:00am-12:00pm
Returning Student Check In:
Sunday, August 28, 2022, 12:00pm-6:00pm
International & Domestic Fall Athlete Check In*:
Monday, August 8 & Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 9:00am-1:00pm (Menās & Womenās Soccer, Womenās Volleyball)
New International Student Check In*:
Monday, August 22, 2022, 9:00am-2:00pm
Tuesday, August 23, 2022 9:00am-2:00pm
Out of Tri State/International Returner Check In*:
Friday, August 26, 2022, 1:00pm-5:00pm
Saturday, August 27, 2022, 1:00pm-5:00pm
*Early Arrival Form Required: If you qualify for one of the early check-ins categories above, you must fill out the following form and wait for the approval. The form is due July 15, 2022.
Fall Check Out: 24 hours after your last exam or Tuesday, December 20 at 10:00am, whichever comes first
Spring 2023
Spring 2023 Check In: Sunday, January 22, 2023
Spring 2023 Check Out: 24 hours after your last exam or Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 10:00am, whichever comes first
Breaks and Procedures:
When the University is closed for a break listed below, the residence halls & dining hall are also closed. Please be prepared to vacate during these times. There will be special arrangements made for international students who cannot find other means but they must apply. There will be a form provided to request a special accommodation during these break periods. If the form is not returned by the due date an additional accommodation is still needed, nightly fees will apply.
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 23, 2022-Sunday, November 27, 2022
- Spring Break: Sunday, March 12, 2023-Sunday, March 19, 2023
- Easter Break: Thursday, April 6, 2023-Sunday, April 9, 2023
The following breaks below operate on a limited meal schedule and are considered a āsoft closing.ā Students are encouraged to go home during these breaks but may stay:
- Labor Day Break: Monday, September 5, 2022
- Columbus Break: Saturday, October 8, 2022-Tuesday, October 11, 2022
- Presidents Break: Saturday, February 18, 2023-Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Winter Break:
Winter break is not included in the housing contract and has specific criteria and fees associated with this session. Those eligible to apply are those current residential students who are returning for the following spring as a resident and are either taking a winter course, working on campus, or are international. Additionally, each student must be in good academic, financial and judicial standing. There is an application process that is sent out in late October to apply for the winter housing. There is no meal plan associated with the fee to reside on campus during the winter session. The Office of Residence Life does not charge the winter session as a week by week basis but rather by the entire session. Cancellation of winter housing and leaving early results in a cancellation fee without refund. Fees are determined each year and posted on the application. Please make arrangements to vacate the halls during this period.
Break Eligibility: Students must be in good financial, academic, and judicial standing to reside on campus during any break period. If a student has a current conduct case from the academic year or previous (for summer break), a student will be denied the application for the break. Additionally, the student must be a returning resident for the Spring semester or following academic year (for summer), in order to be considered for break. If a student does not meet the eligibility requirements housing will not be granted. There is a limited amount of space for all break periods.
**Summer break information comes out in March of each year. Students will follow same break procedures and must be eligible to apply for the session. The summer is charged by academic sessions (if taking a class) or by the entire summer period. Canceling early results in a cancellation fee without refund.