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Winter Break

Residence Halls will close for Winter Break on Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and reopen for the start of the spring semester on Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 10:00 a.m. 
 
Spring Meal Plans will begin with dinner on Saturday, January 9, 2027.
 
In accordance with the Housing License, students are required to vacate residence halls on Thursday, December 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Only students who are approved to remain during the winter break period will be approved to stay.
 
Winter Break Housing:

  • If you need to have access to your residence hall at any time during the winter break period (which includes leaving later than Thursday, December 17, 2026 or arriving earlier than Saturday, January 9, 2027) you will need to request Winter Break Housing and you will be charged the full $300 flat rate fee to your fall bill. 
  • To be eligible for Winter Break Housing, you must be assigned to housing in both fall 2026 and spring 2027 and be registered for classes for spring 2027. 

Winter Break Housing Requests are available beginning on Monday, November 2, 2026 and will end on Friday, December 11, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. 

Winter Break Closing Checklist
Below are a list of tasks you and your roommate(s) are required to complete by Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Please see your Resident Assistant or Resident Director if you have any questions. Remember to ensure there are no Code of Conduct violations present in your room.

Winter Break Departure Checklist

If you are leaving campus for break or

  1. Remove all perishable items from rooms and refrigerator
  2. Empty all trash/recycle bins
  3. Sweep and mop floors, vacuum carpets, and clean common areas such as bathrooms and kitchens
  4. Unplug electronics (except refrigerator)
  5. Close and lock all windows; lower and close all blinds
  6. Set thermostat to low-heat (approximately 55 degrees)
  7. If you have a vacancy in your room, ensure one set of furniture is completely empty and clean for a potential new roommate next semester. It is possible that the vacant space will be assigned over the break. Be sure to clean all shared spaces
  8. All furniture that is property of Temple University must be in your room (desks, chairs, etc.)
  9. All lights must be turned off
  10. Close and lock all doors
Students Not Returning to their Fall Assignment in the Spring
  1. Follow steps 1-10 listed above under "Winter Break Departure Checklist."
  2. Completely move out of your Fall room assignment
  3. Return all keys/access cards at the Front Desk.