End of Term Move-Out

End of Term Move-Out

As per the Residence Agreement/Contract, you are required to move-out by 3:00 p.m. the day following your last exam, or by 3:00 p.m. on April 22, 2027, whichever is earlier.

When is My Last Exam?

Find your exam schedule through your personal Exam Schedule on Mosaic to determine when your last day in residence will be.

  • Your building access card will be deactivated as of you will need leave your residence space by 3:00 p.m. the day following your last exam, or by 3:00 p.m. on April 22, 2027, whichever is earlier.
  • Unfortunately, we cannot provide assistance moving students’ belongings out of residence. You will need to rely on one another, family and friends for your successful move.
  • As parking is very limited on campus, please ensure that you packed in advance of being picked up to keep things moving in loading areas.

View Your Move-Out Details on the Housing Portal

  1. Log in to the Residence Portal using your MacID and password.
  2. On the left-hand side, click the hamburger menu (the three-line button) and select April Departure.
  3. Select your current room booking when it appears on the screen.
  4. Please indicate one of the following:
    • If you plan to leave earlier than your scheduled move-out date
    • If you plan to leave on your scheduled move-out date
    • If you are requesting a move-out extension
  5. You will then be guided through the remaining steps to select your move-out time.
Visit the Housing Portal

Requesting a Move-Out Extension

If you are an international or out-of-province student with travel arrangements beyond your scheduled move-out date, you can request an extension to stay in residence no later than 3:00 p.m. on April 22, 2027. As part of your request, please upload supporting documents such as a flight itinerary.

Students approved for Student Summer Accommodation will be provided with an extension to transition to their new space. More details will be provided via email in the coming weeks. If you have any questions about summer accommodations, please email reserve@mcmaster.ca.

Move-out extensions can be requested via the Housing Portal between February 10 and March 19.

Visit the Housing Portal

Move-Out Checklist and Tips

Residence buildings will be locked and secured for the summer break and you will not have access to your residence building after your scheduled move-out date. You need to take all your belongings home, and make sure you return your keys to your designated Service Centre.

Leave your room as you found it:

  • Take out all garbage from your room and put it in the garbage room (any additional garbage left may result in additional residence charges)
  • Turn off heating units with speed settings
  • Close windows and blinds
  • Turn off lights
  • Check that everything that came with your room is left (recycling, garbage bins etc.)
  • Lock your room/apartment/suite door behind you
  • Students who fail to remove their belongings from their room will be charged for a removal fee
  • Please leave Coldex fridges in your room emptied, cleaned and unplugged. For reference, visit Coldex’s page about deposits and cleaning.

Update your mailing address:

  • McMaster University Service Centres will not be accepting parcels past April 22, 2027

After Move-Out

  • If you will be staying at McMaster in the Student Summer Accommodation, make sure you update your mailing address with your new room number for any correspondents, mail services or subscriptions.
  • Housing & Conference Services staff will be completing inspections following Move-Out. An email will be sent to your McMaster email address listing any damages identified and/or extra cleaning required in your room or apartment/suite and the associated charges.