Important Housing Dates
Move-in/move-out
Keep yourself informed of dates and other details about moving in and out of your on-campus residence.
Fall 2026 move-in
The fall 2026 move-in schedule is as follows:
- IMPACT - Saturday, Aug. 22 (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center)
- Leadership Safari - Monday, Aug. 24 (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center)
- First-year and transfer students - Thursday, Aug. 27 (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center)
- Transfer, returning and University Apartments students - Friday, Aug. 28 or Saturday, Aug. 29 (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center)
- Transfer, returning and University Apartments students - Sunday, Aug. 30 (Move in at your front desk)
Essentials to bring
As you prepare for life on campus, it’s helpful to think about the essentials you'll need. Here’s a list of items to bring along:
Clothing for different weather
- Poncho
- Layering pieces
- Boots
Bedroom and bathroom items
- Bedding and pillows
- Shower caddy
- Towels and bath mat
Kitchen essentials
- Silverware
- Cooking utensils
- Dish soap and sponge
Laundry supplies
- Laundry basket
- High efficiency laundry detergent
- Dryer sheets
School supplies
- Backpack
- Laptop
- Chargers
- Headphones
Emergency items
- First aid kit
- Small tool kit
- Flashlight
Spring 2027 move-out
The residence halls and University Apartments close promptly at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 8.
Students will receive an email to their CMICH account the beginning of April with detailed information about preparing for spring move-out.
Housing calendar
Find out more about important dates for housing and residence life at Central Michigan University.
Fall 2026
| DATE: | HAPPENING: |
|---|---|
| May 1 | $350 first housing payment due by 5 p.m. |
| July 1 | Housing selection timeslots for incoming students sent to CMICH email by 5 p.m. |
| Mid-July | Housing selection for incoming students |
| Aug 4 | Roommate information sent to CMICH email by 5 p.m. |
| Aug 7 | Move-in timeslot information sent to CMICH email by 5 p.m. |
| Aug 22 | IMPACT move-in (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center) |
| Aug 24 | Leadership Safari move-in (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center) |
| Aug 27 | First-year and transfer student move-in (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center) |
| Aug 28 | Transfer, returner and University Apartments students (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center) |
| Aug 29 | Transfer, returner and University Apartments students (Centralized move-in at the Student Activity Center) |
| Aug 30 | Transfer, returner and University Apartments students (Move in at your front desk) |
| Aug 31 | Fall classes begin |
Break closure information
The residence halls and the University Apartments remain open for fall break, Thanksgiving break, spring break and gentle break.
The residence halls in the South and Towers communities close for semester break.
The East Community Halls and University Apartments remain open during semester break.
For the most up-to-date residential dining hours around breaks, please visit the CMU Dining website.
Summer housing
Summer housing is available to students taking at least one summer class during each session.
Summer housing is available in one residence hall and the Graduate Housing apartments. The summer 2026 housing application is currently open.
If you are interested in summer housing, please email reslife@cmich.edu to gain access to the housing application.
Summer 2026 housing rates
Fabiano Hall
Summer I: (Six weeks) 9 a.m., Sunday, May 17 - 6 p.m., Thursday, June 25
Summer II: (Six weeks) 9 a.m., Sunday, June 28 - 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 6
Rates for Summer I or II
| SESSION | 3-WEEKS | 6-WEEKS |
|---|---|---|
| Room Rate | $460.50 | $921.00 |
University Apartments
(12 weeks) 9 a.m., Sunday, May 17 - 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 6
| UNIT TYPE | 1-BED | 2-BED | 4-BED |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate | $3,857.00 | $2,645.00 | $2,142.00 |
Payments
Summer charges will go on the June statement due July 1.
Payments made after 5 p.m. EST are not effective until the following business day. Payments must be received by 5 p.m. on a payment due date or will be considered late and fees may apply.
To pay by electronic check or credit card, log into Centrallink at https://centrallink.cmich.edu/ using your global ID and password and select View/Pay my Bill. Checks made payable to Central Michigan University will be sent to: Central Michigan University, OneCentral, Bovee University Center 119, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859. Please be sure to include the student's name and ID number.
Cancellation information
To cancel your summer housing contract, please email reslife@cmich.edu. Cancellation of the Summer I housing contract after Friday, May 8, will result in a $75 cancellation fee. Cancellation of the Summer II housing contract after Friday, June 19, will result in a $75 cancellation fee.
Dining options
For summer dining options, please visit CMU Dining's website.