Residential Life

Move-Out and Move-In

Upon moving in or moving out of a College House or Apartment Area, the R.O.C. must be the resident’s initial and final point of contact. Here, your official move-in and move-out time is recorded, paper work is completed, and keys are dispensed and returned.

Move-Out Checklist and Procedure

It is important to follow proper move-out procedure so that you do not incur additional charges and other unanticipated fines.

• Residents should not leave personal belongings in the hallways as it may obstruct exit routes in the event of an emergency. All belongings left in hallways will be considered trash and discarded.
• Unless it is the official end of your occupancy period, you must have authorization from the Office of Residential Life to move out. Unless you have proper authorization, you will not be released from your Occupancy Agreement and you will continue to be charged for a room.
• Turn in your keys at R.OC..
• Keeping room keys means that you retain occupancy of the room. Termination of occupancy is only completed when you return your keys and check-out the R.O.C..
• Failure to do so by your scheduled move-out date may result in additional charges.
• Clean your space and remove all belongings and trash. Be certain you leave your room(s) and any storage areas you have used clear of all belongings and trash.
• Apartment or rented Refrigerators must be cleaned and defrosted (turned to low with the door closed).
• If applicable stoves and ovens must be cleaned.
• Turn off all lights, heaters, and air conditioners.
• When one roommate moves out while the other(s) remains, each is equally responsible for cleaning the room(s) so that it is in acceptable condition for new residents. Should residents fail to fulfill this obligation, cleaning service will be provided at the expense of each resident.
• Students are jointly and severally liable for all damage that is caused to the room(s) or any furniture/furnishings/fixtures therein. Students are liable for the cost of repairing damage to the room(s) and building in case of fire, smoke, etc, if caused in violation of the Occupancy Agreement.
• You must vacate by 9 am of the last day of your occupancy period. The College is not responsible for belongings left in rooms or storage areas past the move-out date. Items not removed on time will be removed and disposed of at your expense.
• After you vacate, Office of Residential Life personnel will inspect your unit for repair needs, damage, and furnishings. In case of damage to a room or its furnishings, or missing inventory, you will be sent a bill to cover the repair/replacement costs.
• Updated details for Move-In, official dates, instructions, and directions are posted by on the Vassar College academic calendar.