Spring 2026 Information
Residential Living and Housing, Meal Plan, and I.D. Card Services (Housing) thank you for staying with us during the 2025-2026 academic year and wish you a safe and enjoyable summer!
All residential students are expected to depart campus within 24 hours after their last final. As finals end on May 5, 2026, all residential students should vacate their on-campus residence on May 6, 2026, unless they have approval to stay late.
Students who have a legitimate reason to be on-campus longer than 24 hours after their last final need to submit a Stay Late Request. Submission of a Stay Late Request does not guarantee approval. All requests will be reviewed and students will be notified via their SYR.EDU email of the decision. Graduating seniors will also need to submit this request if they intended to remain to participate in graduation and commencement ceremonies. The Stay Late Request form will be available to complete online in April . If you complete a Stay Late Request form, you should receive a decision sent to your SYR email no later than 10 a.m., April 30.
Please note the following information regarding the Request to Stay Late process:
- Graduating seniors and siblings of graduating seniors who submit a Request to Stay Late will be approved to remain in their campus residence until 12 noon, May 11, 2026 (the day after Commencement).
- Students working on-campus through Commencement ceremonies who submit a Request to Stay Late will be approved to remain in their campus residence until 6 p.m., May 10, 2026.
- Any student who needs to stay in their campus residence beyond 24 hours after their last final will need to submit a Stay Late Request.
Departure Information
Before departing, there are a few steps you need to take in order to have a smooth checkout process. Please review the following information.
Pre-Departure
Step 1: If you have not done so already, contact your instructors to learn your finals schedule.
Step 2: If you have a legitimate reason to stay later than 24 hours after your last final, you may make a Stay Late Request online. Requests will be reviewed and students will be notified of the decision via email. Reasons for such requests may include being a graduating senior, needing to work an on-campus job, completing a credited internship, etc. The Stay Late Request form will be available in April. If you complete a Stay Late Request form, you should receive a decision sent to your SYR email no later than 10 a.m., April 30.
Step 3: If you will store your items for the summer or plan on shipping your belongings, you are encouraged to register with Lazybones. Pricing for summer storage can be found on Lazybones.com. Lazybones is the only authorized vendor who can pick up your belongings at your residence hall room or apartment, provided that you escort them. If you choose to use a different vendor, you are responsible for bringing your belongings to the vendor outside the building. If you have questions, contact Lazybones at phone 877.215.2105.
Day of Departure
Step 4: Family/visitors will need to show photo identification and sign-in with the Residential Community Services Officer (RCSO) upon entry.
Step 5: On the day of your departure, please make sure you have completed the following steps:
- Residence hall students should unplug, defrost, empty, and clean any University-provided microfridge.
- South Campus apartment students should empty and clean the University-provided full-size refrigerator and leave it plugged in.
- Deposit all trash and perishables in the proper receptacles in the trash and recycling rooms/dumpsters.
- Remove ALL personal belongings. Double-check all drawers, closets, and under furniture to ensure all personal items have been removed. Per the Terms and Conditions of Housing, students are responsible for removing all personal property prior to vacating the housing unit. “If the student fails to do so, the University shall have the right to immediately re-enter the housing unit and remove all personal belongings therein, without liability for trespass and without liability for any loss or damage caused by re-entry and/or removal.” Any items left in your room/apartment after you depart will be considered abandoned.
- Close and lock all windows.
- Open curtains for all floors, except the lowest floor which should remain closed.
- Turn off all lights.
- Lock your door.
- Check for any remaining mail and packages.
- Change your address with USPS and any frequently used vendors.
Departure
Step 6: Checkout. Check-out of your residence hall/South Campus apartment housing assignment in your Housing Portal. Access your Housing Portal via MySlice and select “check-out.”
Step 7: Key Return.
Residence Hall Students
Express Checkout Envelopes will be available at your main desk in late April. You are to turn your key in using the envelope at the designated area at your main desk. Failure to return your key will result in a lock core change and a $50 fee. Keys may not be mailed back to the University to avoid this fee.
- Milton Residents: Failure to return your key fob will result in a charge of $75. Fobs may not be mailed back to the University to avoid this fee. The lock core change charge of $50 also applies for any bedroom key not returned.
South Campus Apartment Students
Turn your key into the Goldstein Student Center Housing Office or us external drop box using the Express Checkout Envelope. Express Checkout Envelopes are available in the Housing Office at the Goldstein Student Center suite 210 and located in the external dropbox. Failure to return your key will result in a lock core change and fees of $50 for the front door key, $10 for the bedroom key, and $5 for the mailbox key. Keys may not be mailed back to the University to avoid these fees.
If you have additional questions, please review the Residential Move-out FAQ section below and/or contact your Residence Director.
If you have additional questions, please review the Residential Move-out FAQ section and/or contact: Residential Living, located in the Goldstein Student Center, Suite 206, at orlsouth@syr.edu or 315.443.3893; or, Housing Meal Plan, and I.D. Card Services, located in the Goldstein Student Center, Suite 210, at housing@syr.edu or 315.443.2721.
Lazybones is Syracuse University’s authorized moving and storage service. As the authorized vendor, Lazybones is the only vendor who can provide door-to-door service to pick-up your items directly at your room. As all visitors require, students need to escort Lazybones to their room to pick-up their items. All storage items are kept secure in their climate-controlled facility for the desired amount of time, then delivered back to the customer’s new address. All storage items are priced by item, and there are no monthly fees. If you need to ship your belongings, Lazybones can assist with that process as well. Visit Lazybones, email them, or call them directly at 877.215.2105 to learn more or set-up service.
If you would like to donate some of your belongings prior to your departure, several options are available to you. The following locations are some agencies to which you may wish to donate, however, this list is not inclusive of every location in the surrounding area.
Campus Food Pantries
Campus food pantries accept unopened unexpired shelf stable foods as well as small appliances, dishes, pots, pans, toiletries, and cleaning supplies. There are two pantries located on campus. Hendricks Chapel food pantry located at Hendricks Chapel and the South Campus Food Pantry located at the Carriage House.
3fifteen Thrifty Store
- Supports the efforts of the Rescue Mission to end hunger and homelessness.
- Located in Marshall Square Mall, 720 University Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13210.
- 3fifteen accepts small houseware items like lamps, dishes, etc. They also accept clothes and shoes. They do not accept large furniture or bedding.
Mary Nelson Youth Center
- Their mission is to inspire youth to embrace their true identity while unleashing their inner potential.
- Contact person: Mary Nelson, marynelson337@gmail.com, 315.422.2761.
- Located at 2849 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13205.
- In need of school supplies and household items.
Salvation Army
- Their vision is to encourage and empower those in need to reach their full potential.
- Located at 2433 Erie Blvd East, Syracuse, NY 13224.
- 1.800.SATRUCK.
- Tuesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Accepts gently used, clean clothing, furniture, and household items. Learn more about how to donate items.
United Way of Central New York
- Contact: 315.428.2211.
- 980 James Street, Syracuse NY 13203.
- Accepting smaller household items and accessories.
University United Methodist Church – The Food Center
- 324 University Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210
- Please email: outreach@uumcsyracuse.org to arraign drop-offs.
- Accepting clean gently used clothing, shoes, boots, and winter gear. Please no swimwear, underwear, or bedding.
Residential Move-out FAQ
You may leave for summer as soon as your academic requirements are complete. If you depart when classes/finals are in session, your academic progress may be impacted. Please consult your instructors for information regarding any intended absence from in-person instruction and/or examination(s). When you do depart campus, please ensure that you follow the instructions outlined on this page.
Syracuse University’s residential facilities remain open through the end of spring semester. Departing early is a personal choice. You are responsible for all housing-related charges through the end spring semester.
Residence hall students may pick up another envelope at their hall’s main desk.
For South Campus apartment students, envelopes are available at the South Campus Housing Office, Goldstein Student Center, Room 210, or in the dropbox located outside the building.
Summer housing is different than academic year housing. It is likely that you will need to vacate your spring assignment and move to a different room/residence hall. Housing for summer is not automatic and you must apply for summer housing. Once you have applied, the Housing Office will provide you with your summer room assignment.
There is no University-provided moving assistance. You will need to seek external transportation for your belongings.
Absolutely! We would be happy to answer your questions.
Residence Hall Students: If you have additional questions, please contact your Residence Director.
South Campus Apartment Students: Please contact Residential Living, located in the Goldstein Student Center, Suite 206, at orlsouth@syr.edu or 315.443.3893; or, Housing Meal Plan, and I.D. Card Services, located in the Goldstein Student Center, Suite 210, at housing@syr.edu or 315.443.2721.