Plan Your Move

It's finally here. Time to move to your new, university home. To get you started, we've provided the information below to help you with your big move.

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What to do over summer

• Visit the OSU Housing Portal to set up a move-in appointment time
  OSU Housing Portal
• What you can bring (suggested)
  • Pack only what is needed. You can always bring or ship more items later.
  • Sheets, pillows, pillowcases, blankets, comforters/quilts. 
  • Towels and hygiene products
  • Wastebasket
  • Lamps (no Halogen lamps), extension cords and adapters
  • Laptop, computer, printer, and surge protectors
  • Television, Playstation, XBox, Wii with all connections and coax cables. Halls have cable access in the rooms.
  • Cell phone, iPod, iPad, eReader, chargers, and connections
  • Flashlight, tools
  • Alarm clock (you don't want to miss class!)
  • First aid kit
  • Clothes hangers, iron and ironing board
  • Sewing kit 
  • Laundry supplies. All halls feature free laundry facilities. Full-size washers and dryers are provided in apartment units. Note: You can use high-efficiency laundry detergent (marked with a small "HE" symbol) in both HE and non-HE machines.
  • Kitchen utensils, including cutlery, can opener, dish soap/sponge, and so forth.
  • Single-serve coffee makers (such as a Keurig). Other cooking appliances may be used in kitchen areas.
  • Appliances approved for all residential units:
    • Single-serve coffee makers (such as a Keurig)
    • Other cooking appliances may be used in kitchen areas.
    • One refrigerator (3 amps and 5 cubic feet) per person
    • One microwave (900 watts or less) per person

  • • Exception: Wentz, Iba, Parker Halls
      • One refrigerator (3 amps and 5 cubic feet or less) per room
      • One microwave (900 watts or less) per room
• What to leave at home
  Some appliances and personal items have a higher likelihood of contributing to unsafe environments for community living. Review list of approved and prohibited personal items.
• Know what's provided in your room and hall
  Find out what amenities are in your room and hall before you come. Visit Hall Finder and get your bed sizes, room measurements and more.
• Create your OSU-Apogee Wi-Fi account
  Create your account and be ready to connect your devices before you check in at https://okstate.apogee.us . 

  • Ability to connect up to 10 devices simultaneously to the network with guaranteed speeds to each device.
  • Dedicated support for students 24 hours a day.
  • Ability to manage devices through a customized OSU portal.
• Download the Rave Guardian app

  The campus uses Rave Guardian, a free mobile app, that turns any smartphone into a personal safety resource while at OSU.

• Add/update emergency contact information

  Now is a great time to update your emergency contact information in the OSU Housing Portal.

• Get your parking permit
  Go online to Parking and Transportation Services to purchase your vehicle permit. You can print a temporary permit and place it on your dash.
• Coordinate with roommates
  Coordinate room furnishings and rentals with roommates to prevent doubling up on items.
• Micro-fridge rental

  To rent a micro-fridge, visit University and Student Services.  

• Get renters insurance coverage

  Residents are encouraged to get renters insurance.  

• Know your mailing/package delivery address
  Send mail/packages to the campus address after your move-in day to avoid items being returned to sender.
• Get to know Stillwater

   Learn where to eat, shop and play at Visit Stillwater

• Review ResLife's policies and procedures
  Review the information found under the Services and Policies tab.