Starting in Spring - Transfer

group of students participating in the puzzle box activity during discover days

We can't wait to welcome you to campus in January! We’ll be in touch with you regularly before your arrival to update you with important information and deadlines you’ll need to know as you embark on your Case Western Reserve journey. 

Student Arrival Dates (Spring 2026)

  • The Office of Orientation and New Student Transitions will communicate weekly to students enrolled for the spring 2026 semester via their personal and CWRU email addresses with details related to housing and dining, registering for classes, and other important tasks to get you up and running as a CWRU student. Parents and families: You'll be copied on these messages and invited to attend events to help your student's transition to our community.

    Students admitted for spring 2026 will receive weekly emails starting in October 2025 via their personal and CWRU email addresses. 

    Discover Days 2026 will take place Jan. 7 to Jan. 10, 2026

    Spring 2026 Move-in Dates:
    Jan. 7: All new first-year, CWRU in Madrid students, and transfer and exchange students

    If you are arriving from outside the continental U.S. and  need to arrange to arrive earlier than Jan. 7, please contact University Housing directly.