Moving In

The next step in your educational journey.

Welcome home to Gardner-Webb.

Preparation is essential when it comes to moving. Whether you are new to college or new to the residence hall, we are committed to making your move-in experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. Use the links below to access information about how to prepare for your move to Gardner-Webb University, and what to do when you arrive.

Housing Assignments and Meal Plans

If you have not signed up for housing for the Fall semester and or do you not have an updated meal plan please make sure to do this by Friday, July 22nd . If you need help with this please do not hesitate to reach out to Housing and Residence Education at (704) 406-4300 or at [email protected].

Fall 2023 Check-In Dates

More information will be coming soon with directions as to where to check-in.

Monday, July 31st
Women’s Soccer: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Tucker Student Center Third Floor

Tuesday, August 1st
Football & Resident Assistants: 8 am to noon
Location: Tucker Student Center Third Floor

Friday, August 4th
Marching Band: 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: Tucker Student Center Third Floor

Monday, August 7th
Volleyball: 8 a.m. to noon
Men’s Soccer: 8 a.m. to noon
Peer Leaders: 8 a.m. to noon
Orientation Leaders: 8 a.m. to noon
Cheerleading: 8 a.m. to noon
Location: Tucker Student Center Third Floor

Saturday, August 12th
New Students: 8 a.m. to Noon
Location: Tucker Student Center

Monday, August 14th
Returning Students: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: TBA

If you have any questions or need help when you arrive, please visit the Housing and Residence Education Office located on the second floor of the Tucker Student Center or call (704) 406-4300.

Early Arrival Application:

Students planning to move into their room earlier than their assigned check-in day must complete this form and have the approval of Housing and Residence Education to gain access to the residence halls, suites, and/or apartments. No student is permitted to be in the residence halls, suites, and/or apartments during any portion of break without receiving approval from Housing and Residence Education. Any approved student may be charged $25 a day based on reasoning for early arrival. Log into WebbConnect, click on the Housing Self-Service Portal , open the menu and click applications. Select the early arrival request for Fall 2022.

Students must complete this form, and have it approved by Housing and Residence Education no later than August 10, 2022 at 12 PM (noon). Forms submitted after August 10, 2022 may be subject to a $25.00 late fee. This is a request and not a guarantee for approval to arrival on campus during the Summer Break. Until you receive a confirmation approval email from Housing and Residence Education via your Gardner-Webb University email, you should plan on arriving on campus during the check-in time designated for your specific group.

How to Get Here

Residence Hall Linens and Dorm Bedding Program

Specially-sized sheets, blankets and comforters are necessary in some of the residence halls on the Gardner-Webb University campus. These residence halls have extra-long mattresses, which are more than 76 inches long, so that all students will be as comfortable as possible. That’s why Gardner-Webb University has been offering the Residence Hall Linens Program for 18 years.

We want to make sure every student has the right XL bedding for move-in. Guaranteed to last until graduation, our wide selection of custom-sized linens is certain to fit every bed on campus. In addition, we also provide a variety of other residence hall room must haves, including extra-long comforters, extra-long mattress pads, extra-long thermal blankets, pillows, storage solutions and anything else you will need. Click here to place your order!

Loft Kits

The University no longer sells Loft Kits from the bookstore. If you are still looking to raise your bed, we would encourage purchasing a bed riser from a local store, online OR building your own. Please contact Housing and Residence Education if you have questions on how to do this.

Questions About Housing

If you have any questions or need help when you arrive, please visit the Housing and Residence Education Office located on the second floor of the Tucker Student Center or call (704) 406-4300.