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Mon – Fri: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sat: By Appointment
Sun: Closed

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565 Joe Dumars Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70609

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Phone: (337) 475-5606
[email protected]

Move-in Guide

Fall Semester 2026 Move-In Date

  • Fall Semester 2026 Move-In Date: 
    August 20th 9am - 3pm
Renewal Period for current residents is February 1-February 28.  New resident applications will begin processing on March 1.
 

Move in Details:

Enter from W Sale Street onto Ieyoub Family Drive and follow the signs.  (they will have to take a right on Willie Landry Mount and a left on Col Tony Polk but I'm not putting that in the email)  Check-in will be on Col. Tony Polk Drive in front of the Housing Office (#37 on the map)  See the map below for directions. This is just for check-in and picking up keys.  You are not required to move in on that day. 
Pro-tip: The line is shorter and moves more quickly after 12pm.  Only one vehicle per resident is allowed in line and in the residence hall parking lots between 9am and 3pm on move-in day.  Additional parking is available on the southeast corner of E McNeese and Common Streets.

SEE YOU SOON!

Let’s get you moved in!

We’re so glad you’ve chosen to live at our community. In this guide, you will find everything you need to get settled in your new place.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our leasing office at (337) 475-5606 or email us at [email protected].

What to Bring

One of the greatest things about living at McNeese Student Housing is its furniture packages. Here is a list of what is included and suggestions for essentials you should bring.

Courtyard Suites, Burton & Collette

What is included: Twin-XL bed, desk & chair, dresser, and blinds for the bedroom windows. Common areas will include a sofa, chair, console table, and a coffee table.

What to bring:  Bedding (Comforter/ Sheets/ Pillows/ Mattress Protector/ Mattress Topper), Towels, Laundry Supplies, Laundry Bag/Basket, Smart TV, Mini-Refrigerator no bigger than 4 cubic feet, Microwave (ONE per unit in Suites/None in Collette), Plastic or Paper Plates / Spoons/ Forks, Under bed storage containers, shower caddy, etc.

Apartments only

What is included: Full-size bed, desk & chair, dresser, refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, full size washer and dryer, oven/stove, ceiling fan in each bedroom, and blinds for the bedroom windows.

What to bring: Pots and pans, cooking utensils, small appliances (toaster, blenders, etc.), cups, silverware, plates, dish soap, trash bin, television, full-size bedding, lamps, shower curtain, toiletries, cleaning supplies, vacuum, etc.

Personal items such as linens, shower curtains, cookware, dishes, garbage bins, etc. are not provided.  We suggest that you contact your roommates prior to move-in to determine what each person will bring for the common areas.

All Residents

Don’t forget cleaning supplies! Wipes/rags, trash can with liners, broom & dustpan or small vacuum.

Parking

We have a first-come, first-served parking policy; therefore, we do not have assigned parking. You can purchase your McNeese Parking Pass through the banner self-service portal or the cashier’s office.

Internet, Water, & Electricity

At MSU Housing, we have your back! Internet, Water & Electric are included in your semester housing charge.

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Sat: By Appointment
Sun: Closed

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