What to Know about Spring Move-Out

Spring Move-Out: What You Need to Know

Spring move-out is approaching, and we want to ensure you have everything you need for a smooth and successful check-out. This article outlines important deadlines, preparation steps, the self check-out process, fees to avoid, and helpful resources for move-out.

Residents are encouraged to begin planning early and to submit any outstanding facilities requests as soon as possible to ensure all issues are addressed before departure.

Move-Out Deadlines

Non-Graduating Residents

All non-graduating residents must be fully moved out of their spring assignment by: Friday, May 8 at 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Please note: Commencement activities begin on Thursday and may include road closures and increased pedestrian traffic that could make moving out more difficult.

Graduating Residents

All graduating residents must be fully moved out by: Sunday, May 10 at 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Early or Late Move-Out

• If you plan to move out earlier than your scheduled appointment, please update your move-out time in My Housing to assist facilities teams with summer preparations.
• If you need to move out after your assigned deadline, you must submit an extension request in the Check-Out Deadlines section of My Housing no later than Friday, April 25.
• Residents approved for an extension will be assessed a $50.00 per night fee beyond their original deadline.

Summer Housing Residents

If you will be living on campus for Summer 2026, you will receive transition and move information in early April.

Preparing for Check-Out

You are responsible for ensuring your room or apartment is clean, empty, and ready for inspection before completing self check-out.

Cleaning Responsibilities

• Follow the cleaning checklist for detailed expectations.
• Roommates must coordinate cleaning of shared spaces and submit the Cleaning Agreement Form by Tuesday, May 5.
• Failure to submit the Cleaning Agreement Form waives your right to appeal charges for damages incurred after inspection.

Trash and Abandoned Items

• All trash must be removed from your space prior to check-out.
• Additional roll-off dumpsters will be available during move-out.
• North Avenue Apartments residents should not use trash chutes and must take trash directly to dumpsters.
• Any items left behind after check-out will be considered abandoned.

Self Check-Out Process

Once all personal belongings are removed from your room, common spaces, bike storage, and laundry rooms, complete the self check-out process:

1. Log in to My Housing
2. Select the Self Check-Out Process link
3. Click Continue on the landing page
4. Select your current contract (Spring 2026 or 2025–26 Academic Year)
5. Enter your GTID and select Complete Check-Out
6. Click Save & Continue to confirm

Once completed, you will automatically lose access to your assigned space.

Inspections and Fees to Avoid

After check-out, Housing and Residence Life staff will inspect your room. To avoid fees, ensure your space is clean, empty, and checked out on time.

Possible charges include:

• Late Check-Out Fee:
  • $100.00 minimum
  • Additional $50.00 per hour
  • Maximum of $250.00
• Failure to Complete Self Check-Out: $150.00
• Cleaning or Damage Fees: Assessed if significant cleaning or repairs are required
• Approved Extension Fee: $50.00 per night beyond the original deadline

Move-Out Bins

Residents may borrow move-out bins from the locations and times below. Availability may vary, especially beginning Friday, May 9.

Bins must be returned promptly to the same location they were borrowed from so other residents may use them. Availability cannot be guaranteed.

Bikes, Mail, and Storage

Bikes

• Bikes left in residence hall bike rooms or racks after Sunday, May 15 will be considered abandoned.
• Residents staying over the summer must register their bike and complete the appropriate form.
• Bike storage requires registration with GTPD.
• Bikes may also be donated through Green Goodbyes.

Mail

• Collect all mail from the Post Office in the John Lewis Student Center before leaving.
• Be sure to forward your mail to your summer or future address.

Summer Storage Options

Several companies offer student storage services, including box or pod delivery, summer storage, and fall re-delivery. A courtesy list is available in the Summer Storage knowledge article (Georgia Tech does not contract with these providers).

Green Goodbyes: Donate Instead of Dump

The Green Goodbyes program offers an environmentally conscious way to dispose of unwanted items during move-out.

Accepted items include:

• Clothing in good condition
• Unopened food
• Blankets
• Bikes
• Small appliances in working condition

Donation bins are available at the move-out bin check-out locations listed above.