LAUNCH
We’re so glad you’re coming to Concordia University, Nebraska this fall! Whether this is your first time as a college student or you’re transferring in, we cannot wait to meet you and welcome you into the Bulldog family.
(If you are a returning student looking for your move-in information, please see the Returning Student Move-In Page.)

Thursday, August 20, 2026
Move-in Day & LAUNCH Schedule
Students moving in on August 20 will be able will be able to pick their check-in time (afternoon or morning) during the month of July. If you need a LAUNCH schedule, please visit the Student Life Office in Janzow Campus Center.

Early Arrival Move-in Days
Football, Soccer, Golf, Cross Country and Volleyball Athletes
TBD
Next Steps Before Your Arrival
Sign up for a check-in time
For those arriving on August 20, you either picked a check-in time during July or were assigned one. You should be able to see your check-in time on the portal near the housing information by August 6 or within 1 week of confirming.
Please contact SLOhousing@cune.edu with any questions.
Complete your forms
Required forms will be sent out throughout the spring and summer from the Admissions Office (Housing Contract, Course Pre-Registration, FERPA, etc.) Please contact your Admissions Counselor with any questions.
Sign up for a music audition time (optional)
Auditions will take place on Friday, August 22 and Saturday, August 23. If you want to participate in an ensemble, sign-ups for auditions will be available this summer.
Make an appointment with the health center (optional)
If you just want to meet our awesome health center staff or have a few basic questions about their services, they will be available for all students on the move-in days without an appointment. However, some students with chronic or other severe medical conditions appreciate having a conversation with our health center staff when they first arrive on campus. Our Nurse Practitioner, Suzanne Briggs, is offering appointments on move-in day and throughout the first week of school for anyone who would like a private opportunity to give more details than were provided on your health forms.
Please email healthcenter@cune.edu to make an appointment.
View your housing assignment and connect with your roommate
Housing applications for new students open Tuesday, March 24.
To help you get ready, we’re hosting a virtual Bulldog Housing Bash the night before—March 23 at 7 P.M. (Central Time). It’s a fun way to get your questions answered, meet other Concordia students, and maybe win a door prize! We also plan to host some follow up Q&A sessions for any students who aren't able to attend.
If you already have a preferred roommate, you can list them on your application and create a roommate group. If not, you’ll be able to make a roommate profile and search for potential roommates from March 24 to June 20. Once you find someone, we’ll get you assigned a room! If you don’t have a roommate by mid–late June, we’ll help match you with one.
For basic dates and off-campus eligibility, please see the attached PDF. More details are—including how to apply, creating a roommate profile, and answers to FAQs—will be sent via email in the coming weeks.
Mark your calendar
Concordia has a variety of breaks throughout the year without classes. The residence halls and dining services are closed for some of them. Please mark your calendars now for when you will need to be out of the dorms and plan break travel accordingly. (If you are an athlete who has competitions during the breaks your coach will give you information about housing and meals.)
- Fall Break – October 16-19 – Dorms and Dining Hall open
- Thanksgiving Break – Dorms and Dining Closed November 21 at 10am through November 29 at 10 a.m.
- Christmas Break – Dorms and Dining Closed December 18 at 10 a.m. through January 10 at 10 a.m.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 18 – Dorms and Dining Hall Open
- Spring Break – Dorms and Dining Closed March 6 at 10 a.m. through March 14 at 10 a.m.
- Easter Break – March 26-29 – Dorms and Dining Hall open
- Move Out at End of Year – Dorms Close to all non-graduating students at 10 a.m. on Friday May 7.
Get packing!
Click here for our packing list!
NOTE: All regular residence hall rooms are be supplied with a combination microwave/mini-fridge unit! Because these are provided, personal mini-fridges or microwaves will not be allowed.
For more about residence hall room dimensions and FAQs about dorm life, see our Residence Life page.
Parents and Family Members
As parents and family members you are a vital part of our Bulldog Family. Please check out our Parent and Families Page to sign up for our parent newsletter and to find other information you might find helpful as you support your student.