Fall 2024 Move-in Guide
Message from CSUN Student Housing and Residential Life Director
Greetings Matadors –
It is with great pride and pleasure that I personally welcome you to CSUN Student Housing. The Student Housing team is very excited to have you join our community! We are committed to creating a living environment that fosters a strong sense of inclusion and belonging for every Matador calling Student Housing their home. Our website will serve as the hub for all things fall 2024 within Student Housing. Here you will be able to find information, resources and support you will need to help you make this semester a success.
It is important to remember that as a resident, you are truly part of a something bigger than just yourself. You are part of a connected living-learning experience and the Student Housing team is committed to support every Matador in reaching their academic and personal goals. I wish you nothing but the best and your continued success here at CSUN.
Success Lives Here!
Dr. Kevin Conn
Executive Director, Student Housing and Residential Life
Construction notice: Student Housing started construction on two new resident halls and additional community spaces near the Student Housing Office (Building 22). For your safety, the construction area has been fenced off. We are working hard to ensure minimal inconvenience to our residents, but please pardon our dust.
Before move-in day
- Know your move-in info and room assignment. Visit your Student Housing Portal to confirm your room assignment, move-in date, time, location, and unloading information.
- Activate your CSUN MataCard before move-in. Your MataCard is required in order to move in; you will not be able to check-in without it. It will serve as your CSUN ID and you will need it for room access, dining, and after-hours entry into Student Housing.
- Check your CSUN email frequently. All future email communication from CSUN Student Housing will be sent to your @my.csun.edu email address.
- Get your Meal Plan. Residents in suites and apartments without kitchens – make sure your meal plan application is complete. You don’t want to miss any meals! Residents in units with kitchens – even though you’re not required to have a meal plan, several options are available. It’s convenient and the food is great! You can find available options by visiting CSUN Dining.
- Purchase your parking permit. If you are bringing a car to campus, we suggest you purchase your resident parking permit before you arrive.
- Purchase renters Insurance. We strongly recommend that all students get renters insurance. It can cover loss of personal property in cases of theft, fire and many other unexpected events. CSUN Student Housing is not responsible for any damages to personal property — so renters insurance is the best way students can protect their belongings.
- Packages: Do you need to ship items to your new apartment or suite? Mail Services starts accepting packages one week prior to your move-in date. Please look up your box number in your Student Housing Portal and send all packages and mail to: [Your Name] Student Housing 17950 Lassen Street, Box # ____ Northridge, CA 91325
- Share your move-in day! Follow Student Housing on Instagram (@CSUNStudentHousing) to receive up-to-date information and Residence Halls Association on Instagram (@CSUNRHA) for social functions and events. You can also follow Matador Eats on Instagram (@matadoreats) for latest news, promotions and events.
On move-in day
- Arrive on time: Arrive at your scheduled move-in day and time to pick up your key.
- Come in the appropriate size car. Parking is limited on move-in day. Large moving trucks/trailers will not be accommodated during move-in hours. Please plan to arrive in a standard pick-up truck, car or van.
- Unload your car. Please follow the unloading instruction for the day you are moving in. You can find them in the Move-in 2024 parking information.
- Prepare for a hot day. Remember, it’s likely to be hot! Wear sunscreen and drink lots of water!
- Activate your MataCard before move-in. Your MataCard is required in order to move in. It will serve as your CSUN ID and you will need it for room access, dining, and after-hours entry into Student Housing.
- Set up your Meal Plan. For information about your Meal Plan or support downloading the Transact eAccounts app and setting up your MataCard, please visit the Meal Plan team at G’mos on Friday or Saturday between of 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. or contact Meal Plan via email.
- And most importantly, have fun! We would love for you to hare your move-in day on Instagram by tagging your posts and photos with #homeatcsunSH