Move Up Day welcomes first year students into the Spartan Community!
Move Up Day symbolizes moving up in the world through education and is also an experience of moving up into adulthood. Not sure what to expect from Move UP or what to bring? Do not worry. You will find great information here!
The USC Upstate community is excited to help you kick off the 2026-2027 academic year. Whether you’re a new Spartan or returning to campus, Move Up is your official welcome home!
More details about your Move Up experience—including what to bring, how to prepare, and helpful campus resources. You’ll also receive an email around that time with instructions on how to reserve your official Move Up appointment window.
Get ready to start strong. Move Up is just the beginning of an amazing year ahead!
Move Up 2026 is Almost Here.
We can’t wait to welcome you HOME!
Please take note of the following Move Up dates:
- Friday, August 14 – New Student Main Move Up
- Saturday, August 15 – Returning Student Main Move Up
- Tuesday, August 18 – First Day of Classes
Move Up Guide and Residential Handbook
We’re excited to share the 2026 Move Up Guide, your go-to resource for a successful transition to campus living. Inside, you’ll find important information about move-up dates and check-in procedures, what to bring, housing expectations, roommate success tips, and key policies such as ID requirements and renters insurance.
Please take time to review the guide before arriving on campus so you’re prepared for Move-Up and ready to start your Spartan experience strong. We can’t wait to welcome you home to USC Upstate!
In addition to the Move Up Guide, you can find the most updated version of the 2026-2027 Residents Handbook below.
The 2026–2027 Resident Handbook serves as the official guide to living on campus at USC Upstate. It outlines the policies, procedures, rights, responsibilities, and community expectations that help create a safe, respectful, and successful residential experience for all students.
Inside, residents will find important information about housing staff and resources, roommate and community expectations, guest and visitation policies, safety and emergency procedures, room and facility regulations, conduct processes, and housing-related procedures such as room changes, maintenance requests, check-in/check-out, and renters insurance requirements.
Students are encouraged to review the handbook carefully and refer to it throughout the year, as it serves as the primary resource for understanding on-campus living expectations and making the most of their residential experience at USC Upstate.
Don’t forget to frequently check your USC Upstate email account so you don’t miss important emails. Follow us on social media by going to @upstatehrl for updates, move-in tips and more!