Early Housing Accommodations

If you need early housing accommodations the night prior to the start of your orientation session due to travel requirements, you will need to fill out a form prior to arriving at orientation. Housing accommodations will be limited and on a first come first serve basis at an additional per night cost. 

Registration Details:

  • 2024 Early Housing Accommodations request form 
    • This form will be open on March 20.
  • Cost: $33 – This is in addition to the fee previously paid to attend orientation. This fee will be charged on your WhatIOwe after the conclusion of your orientation session.
  • Check-in Details: Check-in will be open from 1 – 8 p.m. the day prior to the start of your orientation session. More information will be sent to you 8 days prior to your orientation session.
  • Contact: nss@austin.utexas.edu

Frequently Asked Questions:

When will I be notified if I am approved for early housing accommodations?

You can expect to be notified if you have been approved for early housing accommodations within 2 weeks of submitting the form.

Do I have to register immediately upon completing registration for orientation?

No, however, there are limited spots which will fill on a first-come, first-serve basis. You can request early housing accommodations up until 10 days prior to your orientation session.

Once registered, how will I be able to check into my room? 

Arrival and check-in instructions will be sent to you 8 days prior to your orientation session.

Are there any orientation programs taking place the evening of my arrival?

No, orientation does not officially begin until the morning of your scheduled orientation session.

Where can I get food on the day of my arrival?

More information on campus dining locations and hours of operation can be found here: https://housing.utexas.edu/dining

There are other food options near campus. Food on this day is not included in your early housing accommodation fee.