
Before you go
Move-in will be on August 17th, all on the same day! Specific driving instructions and times for move-in will be emailed in late July / early August. As a heads up, you can only move into Will Rice College during your assigned move-in time. If you don’t come at your assigned time, we will NOT be ready for you. If there is an unforeseen travel problem or emergency, please contact us as soon as possible!
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What to Pack
Houston weather is generally hot and humid most of the year, with a colder spell in winter months, so bring clothes for both kinds of weather! Be prepared for heavy rains — rain boots and jackets are a good idea, and always keep an umbrella in your bag. From O-Week Matriculation to dinners with professors, to dances or award ceremonies, consider bringing some more formal attire to dress up for the occasion. On the flip side, Rice has a pool on campus at the Rec, and we aren’t too far of a drive from Galveston, so bring a bathing suit if you would like to go for an occasional swim to cool off from the Texas heat!
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Below are some suggestions regarding what you should bring to campus.