Spring 2027 Check-Out – Close-Down: Student Guidelines
1. Important Dates
- Residence Halls Close: Wednesday, May 12, 2027 at 9:00 am. This close down date will remove any access that you have to your room and hall. It is recommended that all residents check out within 24 hours of their last final exam.
- Request for Late Stay: To request an extended late stay, residents will complete the Spring 2027 Extended Stay Form, opens April 1, 2027 and closes April 27, 2027 and can be found on the student housing portal. Late stays are for residents staying past close-down date – May 12, 2027, 9:00am.
- Residence Halls Reopen Fall 2027: Date to be determined.
2. Proper procedures for check out are as follows
- Remove all items in the bed/common space.
- Dispose of all trash in the extra roll – off dumpsters. Unwanted items in good condition can be donated at the donation tables located near the front desk of your neighborhood.
- Clean bed space by wiping down all surfaces and cleaning the floor.
- Clean and wipe down all appliances in the bed space/common area.
- Clean common areas and bathrooms by wiping down all surfaces and cleaning the floor.
- Shut/lock all windows and lower the blinds.
- Set the thermostat(s) to 72 degrees auto and cool.
- Ensure door is secured and locked
Once all steps above have been completed, the resident will go to their hall front office to sign and properly check out of their Room Condition Sheet and return all physical keys (if applicable). Residents will keep their Texan Card. You will need to return your post office key to the post office.
3. Mail & Packages
- Forward mail if needed.
- Pick up packages before departure.
4. Safety & Security
- Report maintenance issues before leaving.
- Do not leave valuables behind.
5. Travel Tips
- Plan transportation early.
- Check weather conditions.
6. Contact Information
- Housing Office: 254-968-9083 – housing@tarleton.edu