Move-In Day

Welcome Home Dragons

Let's Get You Moved In!

Whether you are a new student joining our family or a returning Dragon, we are thrilled to have you here for the Spring 2026 semester. To ensure your arrival is as smooth and stress-free as possible, we have created this guide to walk you through the entire move-in process from start to finish. Our goal is for you to feel confident, prepared, and ready for a successful semester.

Mark your calendars for the main move-in event:

  • When: January 3rd & 4th, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Where: Upper and Lower Levels of the Kirkendoll building

When you check in, you will receive your Move-In Checklist. Think of this as your personal guide for the day. You will carry it with you to each station to get signed off. Your completed Checklist is your key to a successful move-in experience!

Ready to get started? Here is a detailed look at each station that you will visit on your journey.

Your Journey Through the Move-In Stations
Follow these steps to complete your enrollment and get settled in. At each station, an expert staff member will be ready to help you and sign off on your Passport.

  • Admissions: This is where your move-in journey officially begins! You will check in with our Admissions team to get everything started.
    • Confirm that you are fully admitted or eligible to return for the semester.
    • Receive your all-important Move-In Checklist, which will be your guide for the day.
    • To save you time, the team will also review your status and sign off on any stations you don't need to visit.
    • Get instructions on which station to visit next.
  • Financial Aid: You will visit the Financial Aid team to ensure your funding is secure for the semester.
    • Confirm your FAFSA and all other required documents are complete (such as verification, loan counseling, or a Master Promissory Note).
    • Ensure that your financial aid award has been accepted.
    • Get your Checklist signed off before moving to the next station.
  • Student Accounts and Cashier: This station is for finalizing all payments and making sure your student account is in good standing.
    • Set up or confirm your payment arrangement for the semester.
    • Make any necessary payments for your meal plan, housing deposit, or parking decal.
  • Academic Advising: Here, you will meet with an advisor to ensure your class schedule is perfect for your academic and personal goals.
    • Meet with an advisor to ensure your schedule meets all requirements for graduation, financial aid, and NCAA rules (for our student-athletes).
  • Housing: It is time to make it official! This is where you finalize your on-campus living arrangements (if applicable).
    • Confirm that all housing forms are submitted, and your deposit is paid.
    • Receive your official room assignment.
    • Pick up the key to your room!
  • Student ID: Your student ID is your key to campus life. At this station, you will get your official college identification card.
    • Get a new photo taken if needed.
    • Receive your current and valid student ID card.
  • Handshake: Get a head start on your career and find on-campus employment opportunities through our career services platform, Handshake.
    • Create or confirm your Handshake account.
    • Learn how to find and apply for work-study and other employment opportunities.
  • Exit: Congratulations, you have reached the final checkpoint of the main process! This is our final check to make sure you are all set.
    • Get your completed Passport reviewed and signed off one last time.
    • Get final confirmation that you have completed all necessary steps to be officially registered for the semester.
    • Receive instructions for picking up your textbooks from the Bookstore.
    • Get entered to win a Lane College Swag Bag at the Lane College vs. Spring Hill College basketball game!

For students who have already completed these steps, we have a special, faster option just for you!

Already Prepared? Use the Fast Track!

If you are pre-cleared and have received an official email or text message, you can use our expedited Fast Track process. This is a much quicker way to get moved in and on your way.

  • Who is it for? Students who are on the official "Fast Track” list.
  • Where is it? Lower Level of Kirkendoll.
  • What do you do? Simply scan the QR Code, get your "Fast Track Pack", pick up your housing information (if applicable), and head straight to the Bookstore for your books.

Now that you know the process, here are a few other resources available to make your day even better.

Important Extras for a Great Day

We want to ensure that you have everything you need. Here are some additional resources available during the move-in event.

Need Help? The Troubleshooting Station
If you run into any issues at any point in the process, don't worry! A dedicated team is in the Upper Level of Kirkendoll to help you solve any problems that may arise.

Final Step: The Bookstore
After you have completed all the stations at Kirkendoll, your last stop is the Lane College Bookstore, located at The Water Tower, to pick up all your books for the semester. The staff will also review the book return policy with you.

If you cannot join us for the main event, we have an alternative move-in period available.

Decentralized Move-In
For students who cannot attend on January 3rd or 4th, an alternative move-in period will run from January 5th to 16th. Plan your path accordingly:

Start at CMAC (3rd Floor):

  • Step 1: Admissions: Pick up your Move-In Passport.
  • Step 2: Academic Advising: Confirm your class schedule.
  • Step 3: Financial Aid: Finalize your aid package.
  • Step 4: Student Accounts: Settle your account and make payments.
  • Step 5: Handshake: Get set up for on-campus employment.

Finish at The Water Tower Building:

  • Step 6: Housing: Get your room assignment and key.
  • Step 7: Student ID: Get your official ID card.
  • Step 8: Bookstore: Pick up your textbooks.

Please note: Any student arriving after January 16th must report to the Chief Enrollment Officer in Bray Hall for approval to move in.

We look forward to you completing the move-in process to become officially ready to begin your journey at Lane College! We can not wait for a fantastic Spring 2026 semester with you.