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Move Out

Important Information for all students:

  • When you leave for the break, lock all windows and doors, and close storm windows
  • Make sure you have any items from the laundry room and have cleaned out your belongings from public refrigerators
  • Arrange for suitable bike storage
  • Return all library books
  • Make sure your D-plan is in order with the Registrar's Office

Students leaving for the interim but returning to the same room:

  • Turn off and unplug computers, lights, stereos and alarm clocks
  • Pick up or remove your belongings from the bathroom so the custodian can clean. 
  • Take your key home.  Your door will be locked if left unlocked.

Students expecting a new roommate next term

  • Coordinate with your current roommate to make sure the space is ready for the custodian to clean. The custodian must be able to clearly tell what space the new resident will be occupying.
  • If your new roommate wants to store items in the room over the interim, they MUST have a permission slip from the Residential Operations Office.

Students changing rooms or moving out

  • If you plan to use Controlled Storage call 646-1203. Do not wait until the last minute, as storage space is limited.
  • If you're moving to a new room and would like to store your items in your new room, you MUST obtain a permission slip from the Residential Operations Office.  If you would like to physically move into your room early, you MUST contact the Housing Office to apply for interim housing.   
  • If you have rented a bed-board or bike-rack, return them to the Residential Operations Office in McKenzie Hall to get your deposit back.
  • Plan to have all personal furniture removed by the closing date. Double check all drawers in dressers and desks, & check bathrooms and closets for any items left.  Dartmouth College is not responsible for items that are left.   
  • Make sure you leave your room in good condition.  If it is left in such a condition that it requires more than routine cleaning, a minimum charge of $50.00 will be assessed.   
  • Return your room key and kitchen key to the Housing Office or one of the remote key return sites located in the North Mass, Topliff, New Hamp, Streeter, Gile, Judge, Maxwell, the Hyphen, Fahey, Brace Commons, Hinman Post Office, Hitchcock, Goldstein, Bildner, Brown/Little lounge, Cutter/Shabazz, Lodge, Woodward, Wheeler, Mid Fayerweather or the Department of Safety and Security.   
  • Submit an online housing application if you desire on-campus housing when you return to campus.   
  • Arrange for the Hinman Post Office to forward your mail.