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Moving Checklist

  • Blue Painter's Tape (this is the only product that can be put on room walls)
  • Extra-long twin bed sheets, pillows, blankets, bedspread or comforter
  • Towels, wash cloths
  • Shower caddy and personal hygiene items
  • Laundry detergent/hangers
  • Laundry basket
  • Posters/pictures to personalize your room
  • Surge protectors
  • Umbrella
  • Alarm clock
  • Card or board games
  • Mini trashcan
  • Under bed storage
  • Simple food items (microwave popcorn, instant soup, soda/juice, water)
  • Any medication
  • Pens, pencils, markers, highlighters
  • Notebooks, binders, folders
  • Backpack
  • Desk supplies (stapler, ruler, tape, scissors)
  • Money for books
  • Laptop case (if desired/applicable)

Remember, if you're a full-time undergraduate student, you should be eligible for an Apple MacBook laptop provided by Seton Hill. Learn more at Mobile Learning on the Hill.

Before moving in, you should get in touch with your roommate if you have one. Remember that you cannot fit two of everything in your room, so, BEFORE packing, decide which one of you will bring the larger shared items, such as:

  • Television 
  • Carpeting
  • Refrigerator (suggested 2.7 cubic feet or smaller)
  • Bulky items (trunks)
  • Window Fan (if desired/applicable)
  • Pets of any kind
  • Candles, incense, warming plates, etc.
  • Coffee makers/brewers (including Keurigs)
  • Blenders
  • Microwaves, hot plates, small grills, etc.
  • Halogen lamps
  • Anything with exposed elements (irons, hot plates, etc.)
  • Alcohol/liquor containers and glasses
  • Bed risers
  • Kerosene, firecrackers, fireworks, etc.
  • Portable heaters, electric blankets, sun lamps, etc.
  • Hoverboards, battery-operated scooters, etc.
  • Weapons of any kind

We're Here to Help!

If you are a new or prospective student, please contact the Office of Admissions at admit@setonhill.edu or (724) 838-4281.

If you are a currently enrolled student with questions about residence halls or meal plans, please contact the Office of Residence & Commuter Life by email: reslife@setonhill.edu, or call (724) 838-4213 (between the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.) To contact this office after office hours, please call Campus Police at (724) 830-4999.