Move-In and Move-Out Dates
Below is the residence calendar for the upcoming 2022-23 academic year.
All dates are firm. Plan your campus arrival and departure accordingly as exceptions cannot be made. Students cannot move in earlier than the dates below; however, they can move in on a later date. If you must arrive early in Cambridge or need additional time in Cambridge after your move out date, please consult:
Fall Move-in Schedule
| Year/Program | Move-In Date |
|---|---|
| Incoming J.D. | Aug. 23 or 24, 2022 |
| Incoming LL.M. | Aug. 15 or 16, 2022 |
| Incoming S.J.D. | Aug. 15 or 16, 2022 |
| ILS Exchange | Aug. 15 or 16, 2022 |
| Returning and Transfers | Aug. 25 or 27, 2022 |
| Berkley-Harvard J.D. Exchange | Aug. 23 or 24, 2022 |
| Returning 2Ls and 3Ls | Aug. 23. or 23, 2022 |
Full Academic Year
Students who enter into their housing agreement/lease in the fall and anticipate staying through the entire academic year, can stay in their room uninterrupted until their move-out deadline. Resident halls and apartments do not close for breaks during the academic year.
Other Move-In and Move-Out Dates
Fall Semester Move Out – Students moving out upon completion of fall semester will need to vacate their HLS residence by 5pm, Monday December 19th
Winter Term Move In – Students moving in for the winter term may move in starting Wednesday, December 28th by appointment only.
Winter Term Move Out – Students moving out upon completion of winter term will need to vacate their HLS residence by 5pm, Monday, January 23rd.
Spring Semester Move In – Students moving in for spring semester may move in starting Wednesday, January 18th by appointment only.
Spring Semester Move Out – Students moving out for spring semester will need to vacate by noon, Monday, May 15th.
ALL GRADUATING STUDENTS – Students receiving degrees in the 2023 commencement event have a move out deadline of 5pm, Friday, May 26th.