Move-In Fall 2026
Last Updates: June 15, 2026
Welcome Home
Welcome home! We are thrilled to welcome you to your new home at SDSU Imperial Valley and Imperial Valley College Intersegmental Student Housing. Please read through all the information on this page to help you prepare for move-in day.
Important Dates
- Early July
You will receive an email to your student email with the following assignments: move-in date and room assignment - Early August
You will receive an email to your student email with the following additional move-in information: check-in time, move-in guide and specific arrival instructions. - August (Specific Date Coming Soon)
Move-in day for Imperial Valley College students. - August (Specific Date Coming Soon)
Move-in day for SDSU Imperial Valley students.
What to Bring
Download the Move-In Fall 2026 Checklist for a complete list of what to bring.
Transportation and Parking
More information regarding transportation and parking for move-in will be available soon.
Renters Insurance
Students are responsible for any damage to the residential communities. We encourage parents and families to contact your insurance provider to learn more about renters insurance options or to see if your current homeowner’s policy will provide any coverage for your student.
If you are interested in purchasing renters insurance, SDSU is partnered with GradGuard. GradGuard offers renters insurance coverage as well as protection for personal property, including electronics. GradGuard is $202.92 annually and covers the following:
- Property: $5,000
- Liability: $100,000
- Deductible: $100
To opt in, visit gradguard.com. Once on the site, search for San Diego State University in the “for schools” area in the top right corner.
Connect With Us
For all the latest news and updates, follow SDSU Housing on Facebook @SDSUImperialValleyHousing and on Instagram @SDSUIV_Housing.
FAQs
Small kitchen appliances may only be used in apartment kitchens. Use of any small kitchen appliances outside of these spaces is not allowed.
Certain electrical devices and equipment are not permitted in the residential community. These items include, but are not limited to: personal refrigerators (mini-fridge), space heaters, barbeques, hot plates, portable stoves, portable air conditioners, electric water coolers and ice makers.
Additionally, humidifiers and essential oil diffusers are prohibited due to the moisture they introduce to indoor environments, which can affect building systems and air quality.
In early August, you will receive an email with specific details about your move-in instructions.
Yes. You may be accompanied by family members and guests to help you move in.
The kitchen in your apartment has a refrigerator. You are not permitted to bring an additional mini-fridge.
Yes, but coordinate with your roommate(s) in case they are planning to bring one as well.
This community features Twin XL-size beds.
Yes, your bathroom shower includes a shower curtain.
