MOVE-IN DAY 2026*
*Students coming from abroad and members of the Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Soccer, and Volleyball teams will move onto campus early. Please see the International Students and Student-Athletes sections on our New Student Orientation page for more details.
Rent a mini-fridge!
Thinking about getting a mini-fridge for next academic year? Rent one through MicroFridge by Danby. You can have your own mini-fridge without the hassle of moving it in and out of your room. Mini-fridge rentals will be in your residence hall room prior to your arrival in August and will be removed after you move out in May.
Storage Scholars: Ship-to-school service
Let Storage Scholars make your Denison move-in day a breeze!
- Ship boxes from home
Send your own boxes, or request a packing kit shipped to you — FedEx can even pick up from your door. - Buy online, ship ahead
Use the Storage Scholars facility as your shipping address for any online orders. - Track every package
Each delivery is scanned and photographed — you’ll get a text and email confirmation. - Room delivery included
Their team will deliver everything to your room on or before your move-in day.
Packing List
Bedding: twin extra-long sheets, blankets, comforters, mattress pad and cover, pillow
Command strips for hanging decorations/posters, etc.
Cleaning supplies: small vacuum, disinfectant wipes
Clothing: seasonal items, including winter coat and gloves, umbrella and raincoat; dress clothing for special events, comfortable shoes and boots
School and office supplies: backpack, scissors, stamps, stacking crates, storage boxes
Towels, washcloths, toiletries, including flip-flops and a small caddy to carry items to shower
Laundry supplies, drying rack, hangers
Surge protector(s) (extension cords pose a fire hazard and are not permitted)
Desk lamp/study light
Desk fan (AC units, including portable or window, are not permitted unless provided as an accommodation by the Academic Resource Center)
Entertainment needs: books, TV, speaker, games, sports equipment, etc.
Kitchen supplies: can opener, dishes, mugs, drinking glasses, eating utensils, etc.
First aid kit, bandaids, backup device charger, and flashlight
Refrigerator (fewer than 4.0 cubic feet) — cannot be a micro-fridge (refrigerator with microwave) — Learn how you can rent a mini-fridge!
Tool kit
Trash can and trash bags
Two forms of identification if you intend to apply for a campus job
