New Student Arrival Schedule

Greetings Pirate Family:

You are about to begin one of the most exciting times in your life!  We’re very thrilled that you chose Hampton University and look forward to your arrival.  To ensure a positive move-in experience, we respectfully ask you to adhere to the information below:

  • At your scheduled time (see schedule below), arrive at HU Lot 11 to check-in before proceeding to your dorm. See this map with directions to Lot 11: Directions to HU 2026 New Student Check-In.
  • Upon your arrival at Lot 11, you will be greeted by HU Security and student leaders. Students who are medically and financially cleared will receive directions to your residence hall and move into your assigned room.
  • If you are not financially or medically cleared, you will park your vehicle in Lot 10 and be transported to HU’s satellite registration site. Please be prepared to finalize ALL requirements for medical and financial clearance at this time.  Once completed you may report to your assigned residence hall.  

New Student Arrival Schedule

Please Note: New Transfer Students should follow the Wednesday, August 19, 2026 move-in schedule.

Tuesday, August 18, 2026:
Twitchell Hall, Kennedy Hall, James Hall Suites, McGrew Towers Floors 4,5,6, and 8

A – D8:00AM
E – J9:00AM
K – R10:00AM
S – Z11:00AM

Wednesday, August 19, 2026:
Virginia Cleveland Hall, Virginia Cleveland Suites, Kelsey Hall, Harkness Hall, McGrew Towers Floors 2,3, and 7

A – D8:00AM
E – J9:00AM
K – R10:00AM
S – Z11:00AM

Continuing Student Arrival Schedule

Move-In Dates: August 20–21 and August 24–25, 2026
Continuing students should report to their assigned residence hall during the designated check-in time based on the first letter of their last name.

A – D8:00AM
E – J9:00AM

A – D8:00AM
E – J9:00AM

The above move-in schedule has been carefully developed to ensure a safe, efficient, and well-organized arrival process for all students and their families.

To help minimize traffic congestion, reduce wait times, and provide a smooth check-in experience, all students are expected to arrive during their assigned move-in date and check-in time based on the first letter of their last name.  Your cooperation and adherence to this schedule are greatly appreciated.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus for the Fall 2026 semester!

Attention Parents and Students

If you need to send a package to a student residing on campus, please make sure the package is addressed correctly using the format below. Proper addressing helps ensure timely delivery and prevents delays in processing.
Student Name: (Must match the name listed on the student’s HUID account; please do not use nicknames)
Hampton University
Residence Hall Address: (Varies by residence hall)
Room Number: (Example: Room 103)
Hampton, VA 23668

Barbara Inman, Ed. D.
Vice President for
Student Success and Enrollment Management

© 2026 Hampton University

Hampton Virginia 23668: 757-727-5000

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