Moving In

Spring 2025

Spring 2025 Opening Information
We can't wait for you to join us on campus where it is the Best place to Live, the Best place to Work, and the Best place to Learn. Spring opening is right around the corner on Friday, January 10, 2025.  

Steps for Spring arrival (New Students) 

1. Order/Bring your USF ID Card 

Residents MUST have their USF ID Card to check-in for housing.

New Students
New students should request their initial USFCard through MyBullsPath, or directly at the USFCard Request Site. Your Student Self-Service account will be charged $10 for your initial ID card. Please e-mail the USF ID Card office with any questions.

Picking Up Your USF ID Card
You will pick up your USF ID Card at the USFCard Center.  

For more information, please contact the USFCard Center:
Location: B116
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm
Phone: (941) 359-4220

2. Check in

Check-in will be at the service desk in the main lobby during regular business hours. 

Desk Hours For Spring 2025 (beginning on January 10):
Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

3. Move in! 

Limited carts for move-in will be available for check-out. However, we recommend bringing your own cart if possible.

Helpful Information

  1. Know your housing assignment.
    Log in to the Housing Portal, select "My Account," then "My Assignments," then “View Assignments, Roommates, and Suitemates” to view your fall/spring housing assignment. This is also where your roommates/suite-mates/apartment-mates are listed. If you don't have an assignment, contact us for assistance.
  2. Pack efficiently! Review the move-in checklist on our website for a packing list!
  3. Choose the height of your bed. Submit an online request for your desired bed height before you arrive. Lofting assistance may be delayed after the rooms are occupied. Click here to learn more.

Check this page often for updates and let us know if you need any assistance!

Steps for Spring Arrival (Returning Students)

1. Bring your USF ID Card! 

Returning Students
Returning students, please remember your USF ID. If you need a card replacement, you will need to request a replacement for an existing card on the USFCard Request Site. Your Student Self-Service account will be charged $15 for your replacement ID card.

Picking Up a Replacement USF ID Card
USF ID Cards can be picked up at the USFCard Center:

Location: B116
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm
Phone: (941) 359-4220

2. Move in!

Returning students will have access back into their rooms beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025. Limited carts will be available, but we recommend bringing your own if you need one to move your items back into your room.

Check this page often for updates and let us know if you need any assistance!

What if I can't Arrive During Spring Opening?

If you are delayed or planning to arrive after January 13 at noon, please e-mail housing as soon as you are aware of your delay.

Please Return your keys!

Your USF ID Card should be the only way you access your room in Atala Hall. Please return your physical key to the information desk as soon as possible upon your return. If you have any issues accessing your space with your USF ID Card, please let the information desk know so the issue can be addressed. 

Parking Information: During Move-in

General

  • Parking regulations are in place and enforced on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please review the Parking Rules & Regulations.
  • Please do not park in any "Disabled Parking" space unless displaying a proper state-issued Disabled Parking placard, hangtag, or license plate.
  • Please do not park in Numbered, Reserved, or Labeled parking spaces.

Residents 

  • Make sure to purchase your parking permit in advance. Please note: Parking and Transportation Services has transitioned to virtual parking permits.
  • With no physical permit, you can easily purchase your virtual parking permit online!
  • There are no additional processing fees when purchasing your permit online.
  • Once complete, the license plate and vehicle you associate with your purchase will have immediate access to your parking privileges.
  • Click here to learn more and purchase your virtual parking permit.

Dining Information 

Is a meal plan required?
Yes, a meal plan is required for all Atala Hall residents.

How do I sign up for a meal plan?
You can chose your meal plan through your housing application or by visiting www.usfdining.com and signing up online. 

How do I pay for a meal plan?
Once a meal plan is selected, your plan will be billed to your student Student Self-Service account. 

Will my financial aid cover the cost of the meal plan?
Because all meal plans are billed to your Student Self-Service account, if you are receiving any scholarships, loans, grants, etc, these funds may help cover part of your meal plan charge. Financial Aid will apply to tuition/fees, housing, and THEN meal plan charges. Funds remaining after tuition, fees, and housing have been paid will apply to the meal plan charge. If you have questions about your specific aid situation, contact Student Financial Services at sfshelp@usf.edu.

Where is the best place to learn more about dining?
If you have additional questions, please contact Dining Services at 813-974-4499 or via email.

Atala Hall service Desk Hours

Desk Hours For Spring 2025 (beginning on January 10):
Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

The Atala Hall Service Desk is located on the first floor of Atala Hall in the student center lobby. 

Residential Mail 

Your mailbox information is visible on the same screen as your housing assignment in the Housing Portal. If you would like to ship anything prior to move-in, please wait until January 7, 2025. All packages can be picked up from the service desk located in the lobby on the first floor of the Student Center.

Mail Center Hours:
Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday:  10 a.m. -  9 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. -  7 p.m.

Accommmodations 

USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. If you would like to request an accommodation for move-in, we ask that you contact our office at 813-974-0001 or sar-housing@usf.edu five days before your arrival.