Welcome Week 2026
Campus Housing Move-In
Registration Opens Spring 2026
Fall Sport Student-Athletes
Sunday, Aug. 9
Move-in times have been pre-assigned by team. Select the pre-assigned time on the registration form. This does not apply to athletes participating in winter sports.
New/Transfer Students
Friday, Aug. 14
New students who are not participating in fall athletics will register for a move-in time. Immediately after new student move-in, all new students will participate in Campus Compass, Friday, Aug. 14–Saturday, Aug. 16. Campus Compass is an extended New Student Orientation experience that ensures students receive essential information about campus resources.
Returning Students
Sunday, Aug. 16
Students who are not participating in fall athletics will sign up for a move-in time.
Are you new to Lees-McRae? Our friendly student leaders, faculty, and staff will be on hand during your move-in times to help answer questions and get you (and your stuff!) where you need to go.
Have questions? Check out our move-in FAQ
Students can only move in on their specific arrival date and time. They cannot move-in early with their roommate/suitemate if their roommate/suitemate has an earlier time. A student will be charged $150 per night if they move in prior to their assigned move-in date.
Items to bring:
- Bath towels and washcloths
- Bed spread
- Blankets
- Computer/laptop
- Ethernet cable
- Fan
- First aid supplies
- Flashlight
- General cleaning supplies
- Laundry basket
- Laundry detergent and dryer sheets
- Pillows/pillow cases
- Sheets (extra long twin)
- Shower shoes and caddy
- Storage crates
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Trash can and bags
- Umbrella
Check with your roommate(s):
- Broom, mop, and small vacuum
- Carpet/area rug
- Coffee maker (no exposed heat element)
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- TV
List of Prohibited Items:
- Air conditioners
- Candles/incense/wax melts
- Ceramic heaters
- Griddle or panini press
- Hot plates
- Nails/screws (allowed to use tacks and blue painters tape)
- Plug in string lights
- Toasters or toaster oven
- Weapons
- Other prohibited items as published in our Student Handbook
Residents may only use painter’s tape, tacks, and pins to hang up items in their rooms. Command strips are not allowed.
You are responsible for each item of furniture in your residence hall room and living spaces. Furniture must remain in assigned spaces and cannot be removed or stored in locations other than their assigned room.
Many individuals are nervous about not getting along with their roommate. Don’t worry, this is perfectly normal, and they may even feel the same way! It is important to communicate with your roommate early and often about your shared expectations for your room. If you need additional help about how to communicate with your roommate, ask your Resident Assistant (RA).
Building relationships and making new friends in your residence hall is one of the best parts of your college experience. You will see these individuals many times throughout the year, and your Resident Assistants are excited to create a sense of community on your floors and across campus.
Our Welcome Week events, residence life, and campus life programs offer excellent opportunities throughout the year to build a sense of belonging at Lees-McRae College. Also, we invite you to attend our Student Club Fair to learn about ways to get involved in student organizations across campus.
If you need assistance between the hours of 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., you may contact the Office of Student Affairs at 828.898.5241 or studentaffairs@lmc.edu. After 5 p.m., each area of campus has a Resident Assistant on duty which you may contact if you are in need of assistance. These numbers are posted throughout your residence hall. In case of an emergency, you may also contact Campus Police and Security 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 828.260.0505.
Parking passes must be purchased ahead of time. They will be available for pickup at your designated move-in time.