To help ensure a smooth transition each semester, follow the procedures below.


Spring 2026 Residence Hall Checkout

Residence halls close Sat., May 9 at 11:25 p.m.

When can students begin leaving?
Exams are scheduled through 1 p.m. on Thurs., May 7. Students may begin leaving Thurs., May 7 if they have finished final exams, officially checked out of their residence hall room (by appointment), and completed all work responsibilities.

Late Departure
Room and board charges cover through lunch on May 8. A room and board charge of $40 will be incurred for students who stay overnight on May 8. All meals through breakfast the following morning are included. Additional meals will incur the regular price for each meal. Students required to work on campus until 4 p.m. or later on May 8 will not be charged the overnight fee that night. Residence halls close at 11:25 p.m. on Sat., May 9.

Students who need to leave early due to extenuating circumstances may request to leave early through the Student Life Office. Submit your request no later than two weeks before the close of the semester. A $50 fee may be incurred for an early White Glove check or early Checkout Appointment. Approval to move an exam time will incur a $50 fee per exam.



Fall 2026 Arrival and Check-In

Students employed by PCC arrive between 8 a.m. on Thurs., Aug. 27, and 2 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 28.

New students check in at the Administration Building, open 8 a.m.–10 p.m., to receive their PCC Card and campus access information.

Returning students check in at their residence hall lobby.

Residence hall students not employed by PCC arrive and check in between 8 a.m. on Sat., Aug. 29, and 2 p.m. on Sun., Aug. 30.

New students check in at the Administration Building, open 8 a.m.–10 p.m., to receive their PCC Card and campus access information.

Returning students check in at their residence hall lobby.

Commuter students check in between 8 a.m. on Fri., Aug. 28, and 2 p.m. on Sun., Aug. 30.

New students check in at the Administration Building, open 8 a.m.–10 p.m., to receive their PCC Card and campus access information.

Returning commuter students check in on Eagle’s Nest.

Requests will open July 1 on Eagle’s Nest.

Requests
If you need to arrive and check in before your scheduled time, you must submit a request on Eagle’s Nest by Fri., Aug. 21. Approval is based on your circumstances and requested date of check-in. A response will be sent to your student email.

Students who arrive on campus for early check-in without having requested and been given approval may be denied check-in and residence hall accommodation.

Cost
The fee for checking in early is $40 per day, which covers the cost of your room and dining on campus.

Check-In Location
All arrivals prior to Thurs., Aug. 27, check in at the Administration Building, open 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Beginning Thurs., Aug. 27, returning students can check in at their residence hall lobby and new students check in at the Administration Building, open 8 a.m.–10 p.m.

Requests will open July 1 on Eagle’s Nest.

Requests
If circumstances prevent you from arriving and checking in by 2 p.m., Sun., Aug. 30, let us know about your situation.

Cost
A late check-in fee of $50 will be applied.

Check-In Location
New and returning students check in at the Administration Building, 8 a.m.–10 p.m.