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The Residential Services team hopes you are doing well as we near the latter part of spring quarter! Today we wanted to ensure that you had information about moving out and the closing of undergraduate housing for the summer.  

The housing contract terms & conditions states that each student must vacate the building within 24 hours after their last scheduled final exam. All undergraduate residence halls, residential colleges, and special interest communities close at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for all students except for those approved for late stays.  

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LATE STAY REQUESTS

Late stays will only be granted for graduating seniors, commencement volunteers, participants in University sponsored academic activities, siblings of graduating students, students engaged in residential summer programs, and students moving into a summer housing assignment. Students who are granted late stays will need to move out of their residence hall no later than 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Students engaged in residential summer programs or with a summer housing contract can stay through the start of their summer assignment. 

The cost from June 13 to 16 is $50 per night and will be charged to the Student Account except when a summer program has included the nights as part of their contract. Applications for both summer housing and late stay are available on the  from May 4 to May 22, 2026. 

CHECKING OUT

Here are the steps to complete your check-out:

• Complete the “Closing Checklist” list as detailed below (and posted on your room door)
• Pack/remove your belongings
• Clean your room/suite/apartment
  • This includes sweeping or vacuuming floors, dusting or wiping all surfaces clean, removing all tape, stickers, etc. from surfaces, and your bathroom and kitchen (where applicable)
• Dispose of waste/recycling in proper receptacles
• Ensure all furniture allocated to the room is present
• Close/latch windows and close window coverings
• Set your air conditioning unit to cool and low fan. If you have a window A/C unit, please set the temperature to 70 degrees
• Double check room/suite for personal belongings
• Turn out lights and lock the door
• Complete the online 

Each resident must submit an online Self-Check-Out Form to complete move out at 

GARBAGE AND RECYCLING

All garbage and recycling should be deposited in proper locations. Garbage and recycling materials are not to be left in hallways or lounges due to fire safety concerns. Items left in the hallway may result in fines split among the members of the community. 

To assist with the expected increase in garbage, extra dumpsters will be placed in the following areas during Finals Week:

• 726 University Place (in front of Chapin)
• 655 University Place (across from South Mid Quad)
• 626 University Place (east side of Shepard)
• 2305 Sheridan Road (in parking spots at SE corner of the Goodrich parking lot)
• 2407 Sheridan Road (at Patten Gym parking lot)
• 2400 Sheridan Road (west side of Elder Hall, near loading dock)
• 2315 Sheridan (north side of the building, along the woodchips/near bike racks)
• 2420 Campus Drive (Between Kemper and 560 Lincoln)
• 1915 Maple (Engelhart parking lot)
• Alley between Jones and 1835 Hinman
• Foster Walker North Parking Lot
• 1927 Orrington (outside, next to Foster-Walker compactor bay)
• 1835 Hinman/1820 Sheridan (along the wall south of the 1835 Hinman building)

Please place heavy or sharp items into these dumpsters instead of in your trash room. Be sure to double bag trash that is heavy or may break through a trash bag.

Residential Services is working with SustainableNU to determine if we are able to offer a Take It or Leave it program to donate items this year.

MAIL

The last day for regular mail delivery for the academic year is Friday, June 12, 2026. Newly arrived mail may be forwarded as it is received if you have checked out or after June 13. All USPS First-Class Mail will be forwarded to the current address on file in CAESAR. 

First-Class Mail does not include bulk mail, periodicals (newspapers, magazines, etc.), or items shipped by private carriers (UPS, FedEx, etc.). Be sure to update your address directly with banks, subscription services, and online retailers to continue receiving mail over the summer. Normal mail service for new students and returning residents will resume in early September. 

Package processing will stop once you check out or after June 13. Any packages received after checkout will not be processed and will either be forwarded or returned to the sender, depending on the carrier’s policies.

For more information on summer forwarding, visit: /living/services/mail/mail-faq.html.

PARKING

Graduation ceremonies scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Ryan Fieldhouse will cause traffic congestion, especially in the North Campus area. Please complete your move out this day by using the parking lots off of Sheridan Road instead of traveling down Lincoln and Campus Drive.   

The end of the quarter is quickly approaching, and we wanted to take a few minutes to share information about move out and the closing of fraternity, sorority, and Evans Scholars housing for the summer.

Most houses will close for students on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Certain houses may remain open past that date, so to ensure you have the appropriate move out date and time for your house, please consult with your House Director or house leadership team.  

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LIVING ON CAMPUS (RESIDENCE HALL) FOR THE SUMMER

If you are engaged in a residential summer program or have a summer housing contract, Residential Services or the summer program will be in touch with you about when you can move into your assigned summer building. Housing in the residence halls is not available between your house's closing date and your designated move-in date for your summer assignment. Please make other arrangements for housing during that time. 

CHECKING OUT (FOR OPT-IN HOUSES - SN & ZBT)

Here are the steps to complete your check-out:

• Pack/remove your belongings
• Clean your room/suite/apartment
  • This includes sweeping or vacuuming floors, dusting or wiping all surfaces clean, removing all tape, stickers, etc. from surfaces, and your bathroom and kitchen (where applicable)
• Dispose of waste/recycling in proper receptacles
• Ensure all furniture allocated to the room is present
• Close/latch windows and close window coverings
• Set your air conditioning unit to cool and low fan. If you have a window A/C unit, please set the temperature to 70 degrees
• Double check room/suite for personal belongings
• Turn out lights and lock the door
• Complete the online 

Each resident must submit an online Self-Check-Out Form to complete move out at 

CHECKING OUT (FOR OPT-OUT HOUSES)

Each resident must submit an online Self-Check-Out Form to complete move out at 

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU CHECKOUT

House Corporation staff may review the condition of your room and may assess fees to restore the room to its original condition, remove excessive trash or belongings, and/or for cleaning. Please consult with your House Director to learn more about damage fees.

PARKING

Graduation ceremonies scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Ryan Fieldhouse will cause traffic congestion, especially in the North Campus area. Please complete your move out this day by using the parking lots off of Sheridan Road instead of traveling down Lincoln and Campus Drive.   

Observe all signage and regulations accordingly. All lots require permits from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays and some spaces are reserved 24 hours. Do not park in fire lanes or block traffic lanes while moving out. You are permitted to utilize any regular parking space in residential parking lots for two-hour parking as you are actively moving out. Once you are done loading your vehicle it must be moved to the North or South Campus Parking Garages. Daily permits are available to any student or parent for $9.00. Daily permits can be purchased at the Parking Office or by parking in either the North or South Parking Garage. Visit the Evanston campus parking website for more information. 

SUMMER STORAGE

Residential Services and USS have partnered to bring returning residential students discounted summer storage and shipping prices. for discounted pricing and additional information. 

QUESTIONS

Please contact your House Director with any additional questions. You may also visit our FSL Housing Move Out website.  

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Sincerely,

Residential Services

 Sincerely,

If you are looking for summer employment, consider joining the Residential Services team as a Summer Program Assistant this summer!  

 The Summer Program Assistant (SPA) is a ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ student who is a member of the Residential Services summer team. The SPA will work with the behind-the-scenes logistics of hosting guests and provide excellent customer service to those who are attending camps, workshops, and conferences on our campus this summer. This is a live-in position and SPAs work approximately 20 hours per week. SPAs report to Residential Services professional staff member(s) and work collaboratively with all Residential Services staff. 

  are live and will be available until 8:30am on April 9, 2026.

We will be hosting a virtual information session for students who are interested in learning more about the position: 

• : Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 3-4pm CST 

For addition information regarding the Summer Program Assistant position, including compensation and qualifications, please visit the program description page. 
 
Please reach out to residentialsummerprograms@northwestern.edu with any questions.

Sincerely,

• If you are a rising 3rd or 4th Year student who does NOT plan to live on campus for the 2026-2027 academic year, you DO NOT need to take any action! 

• If you are a rising 2nd Year student or an upper division student considering living on campus, please be mindful of the following dates:
  • Phase One Dates
    • March 2 – Contract Available for Current Students at 9am CT
    • March 15 – Deadline to Submit Housing Contract AND Deadline for Rising 3rd & 4th Year Students to Cancel (if they signed a contract for 26-27 but have changed their mind). 

If you have any questions about the 2026-2027 RSRS process, please contact Residential Services at housing@northwestern.edu or by calling (847) 467-4663 (HOME).
 

Residential Services is excited to welcome you back to campus for your second year! Information about Returning Student Room Selection for the 2026-2027 academic year is now available on the Residential Services website. 
 
Rising Second Year students are required to live on campus for the 2026-2027 academic year. During Returning Student Room Selection you will participate in two distinct phases – Contracting and Room Selection. During the Contracting phase you will formally submit your contract for the next year and respond to questions about your preferred room type, building, continuous housing, all gender housing, and more. During Room Selection, you will be able to choose from a variety of living spaces across campus. 
 
All rising second year students living in Res Halls & Res Colleges are required to complete both phases of Returning Student Room Selection to meet the two-year residency requirement. Students planning to live in a fraternity, sorority, or Evans Scholars house only need to complete Phase One – Contracting. Please note that students with approved accommodations for the current academic year do not have to resubmit their accommodation request for 2026-2027. We will be tracking contracts and working with these students directly ahead of room selection in April. 

Current residential college residents and non-resident members will receive additional details about room selection to supplement the information and deadlines provided here. 

Phase One Dates

• March 2 – Contract Available for Returning (Current) Students at 9am CT 
• March 15 – Priority Deadline for All Contract Submissions for Returning Students
  • Rising second year students who submit after this date will not participate in room selection and will be assigned to an available room at the conclusion of RSRS.

Phase Two Timeline 

• Early April 2025 – Room Selection Time Slots Issued 
• Mid/Late-April 2025 – Room Selection for all Returning Students including Residential College Room Selection  

If you have any questions about the 2026-2027 Returning Student Room Selection process, please contact Residential Services at housing@northwestern.edu or by calling (847) 467-4663 (HOME).
 

Information about Returning Student Room Selection for the 2026-2027 academic year is now available on the Residential Services website. As a rising 3rd or 4th year student, you are invited to continue living on campus though your residency requirement is considered fulfilled at the conclusion of your second year. A limited number of rooms in each building are available for 3rd and 4th year students. 

Should you decide to live on campus, you will participate in two distinct phases during Returning Student Room Selection – Application and Room Selection. During the Contracting phase you will formally submit your application for the next year and respond to questions about your preferred room type, building, continuous housing, all gender housing, and more. During Room Selection, you will be able to choose from a variety of living spaces across campus. 

FSL Housing Note: All students planning to live in a fraternity, sorority, or Evans Scholars house only need to complete Phase One – Contracting. 

As you weigh your options for next year, it is important to note that 3rd and 4th year students can cancel upon request and without penalty through March 15, 2026. Starting on March 16, 2026, cancellation requests will be reviewed for eligibility and, only if eligible and approved, are subject to the $300 cancellation fee. More information about cancellation requests is available on our website.

Phase One Dates 

• March 2 – Application Available for Returning Students at 9am CT 
• March 15 – Priority submission deadline & Last Day for Rising 3rd and 4th Year Students to Cancel 2026-2027 Applications 
  • Rising 3rd & 4th year students who submit after this date will be added to the housing wait list and will not receive priority numbers or participate in room selection 

Phase Two Timeline

• Early April 2026 – Room Selection Priority Numbers Issued 
• Mid/Late-April 2026 – Room Selection for All Returning Students  

If you have any questions about the 2026-2027 Returning Student Room Selection process, please contact Residential Services at housing@northwestern.edu or by calling (847) 467-4663 (HOME).

 

If you have any questions, please email our office at housing@northwestern.edu.