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New Student Orientation (NSO) Week — August 11-17, 2026

We are looking forward to welcoming our incoming students for the 2026-2027 academic year! The start of the 2026 Fall semester is right around the corner!

Residence Halls will open for the Fall Semester on August 11-13 from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

NSO Week Major Events and Activities

NSO Leader Match Up
Campus Tours
Golden Tiger 101
Fashion Show
Line Dance Class
University Chants
New Student Ball
Rites of Passage Ceremony
Mister Tuskegee Talk
Miss Tuskegee Tea
...and more!

Move-in Dates

Arrival

Freshmen Essentials

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August 11—Incoming Students Last Name: A-M

August 12—Incoming Students Last Name: N-Z

August 13—All Returning Students

Arrival and Unloading Instructions

Visit the Residence Life and Housing webpage and review our checklist for a list of items to bring and not to bring (Located under Resident Information).
Make sure the boxes you pack are light and easy to carry.
Use your storage bins and packing boxes.
Focus on the necessities. Pack only what you need or what you cannot buy once you arrive to Tuskegee.

Here's a List of What to Bring

Portable Fan
Sunscreen
Deodorant
Medicine (Cold, Allergy, Prescription, and etc.)
Bug Spray
Hat
Blanket
Rain Gear: Poncho/Jacket, Umbrella, and Rain Boots
Water
Snacks
Business Attire for Career Fairs, Meetings, Interviews, Rites of Passage, and etc.
Formal Wear (at least 2 items)
Rites of Passage (August 16)- Black and White Business Attire

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