We’re excited for you to be here, too! First-year students will move in Friday, August 23, 2024.

More information about how move-in windows will be assigned will be posted on the Undergraduate Housing website as it becomes available.

We definitely take care of that. No matter which residential college you live in, each room comes with –

• Single bed, which requires extra-long, twin-size sheets
• Dresser
• Desk and chair
• Bookshelf
• Closet space or wardrobe for each person
• Waste and recycling cans
• Shades or blinds
• Message boards at the entrance to many rooms

You will receive your housing information (your residential college and room assignment) in late June. Students are randomly assigned to one of the seven residential colleges. In the meantime, you can find more information on the dormitories on the Explore page of the Housing website. And, feel free to peruse the floor plans of the residential buildings. Please note, you will need your NetID to log in, which you’ll receive in mid-May.

The following are suggestions of what may be helpful to have, but please do not feel restricted to this list.

• Blanket and/or comforter
• Pillow
• Mattress cover
• Laundry basket or bag and laundry detergent
• Bathrobe
• Hairdryer
• Toiletries
• Shower caddy
• Shower shoes
• Towels and washcloths
• Power strip with built-in breaker
• School supplies
• Desk lamp (no halogen lamps)
• Alarm clock
• Bicycle
• Backpack
• Electric fan and/or HEPA Filter
• Cleaning supplies (broom, dust pan, window cleaner, all-purpose cleaner)*

*The University cleans the public spaces in all dorms, including the hallways, common rooms, and common bathrooms, but you are responsible for cleaning your room and your private bathroom if you live in a suite.

We completely understand! We want to make sure you know which appliances are approved, whether you have plans to bring a tea kettle, coffee maker or even a milk frother! You can check out all authorized and unauthorized appliances here. We approve any model of iron, electric blanket, hair dryer/curlers, or clothes steamer.

You can, but we have certain restrictions on refrigerators and microwaves. Most importantly, you cannot bring a microwave. However, you can rent a microfridge (combination microwave and refrigerator) through Princeton Student Agencies. Only one microfridge may be in each room. You can find more information about microfridges, refrigerators, freezers, and other regulations on the Dormitory and Annex Regulations page.

Please leave the following at home:

• Candles
• Incense
• Flammable fluids
• Fireworks
• Weapons
• Air conditioners
• Ceiling fans
• Waterbeds
• Halogen lamps
• Pets
• Smoke machines
• Heat-producing appliances (except those on authorized appliance list) including grill, hot pot, toaster, toaster oven, microwave oven, space heater, large refrigerator, non-breaker electrical adapters

We’ve provided a summary of the most important information, but if you want to make sure you have access to everything you could learn, check out the incoming students page.

You will pick up all of your mail and packages in the Frist Campus Center. Mail pickup takes place out of Room 106; the package office is located in Room 110. Please visit these websites for more detailed information: Packages and Mail Services and Package Lockers

No. You won’t be able to connect a personal printer to the campus network. You can, however, print to one of the many high-capacity printers in the residential colleges and across campus.

Setting up your Princeton netID is a good start. Now you can set up your Princeton email and Duo, an app that adds another layer of security. You can also set up your Princeton Google, Office 365, and Zoom accounts, which you will be using in the fall. See Information for first-year students for links to our how-to guides.

Yes. Princeton offers two types of networks, eduroam and servicenet. Students should use eduroam as their primary wireless network for learning, printing and more. When prompted, enter your [email protected] email address and password. For more information, visit www.princeton.edu/eduroam.

Smart TVs, gaming consoles, and other smart devices can be connected to servicenet. To use this network, you’ll need to register your devices when you get to campus. Devices that may require additional steps or support to connect are here: Connect to Wireless Network: Residential

For help, visit the Princeton Service Portal, email [email protected], or call 609-258-4357 (8-HELP). You can also visit the OIT Tech Clinic in Frist Campus Center, Room 112 or contact a Student Technology Consultant in the residences.

Princeton recommends that every student purchase an Apple or Dell laptop with a 3- or 4-year warranty. Laptops should be purchased by the student directly from the manufacturer or other authorized suppliers. Specific model recommendations by major, financial aid and loaner options are outlined here.

Students who receive need-based aid from Princeton and wish to purchase a personal computer for their school use may request a computer purchase budget adjustment.

Tips and instructions for TigerHub and Tiger Family Hub can be downloaded via Quick Reference Cards. If you still have questions, support is available through the IT Service Desk, where you can email, call or chat with IT support staff for help.