Move-in Info
Trop Early Move-in Program and Orientation (TEMPO)
Trop Early Move-In Program and Orientation (TEMPO) starts Tuesday September 13, 2022 for UCSB students. TEMPO is an orientation program that covers important topics concerning incoming freshmen, including healthy eating, dealing with relationships, touring the campus, picking up their books, finding their classes, field trips around the city and getting to know 50+ other new Trop students. The fee for TEMPO is $500.00 and includes meals, field trips, etc.
TEMPO registration will open on 4/18/22.
Click below for a SAMPLE TEMPO Schedule:
Standard Move-In
Standard Move-in for UCSB students begins at 9 am on Sunday, September 18, 2022 for Fall Quarter.
Can I move in early?
Early move-in information will be released mid-summer.
Parking
Parking is not included in your contract, as many students choose to use alternative forms of transportation. Parking is a one time cost for the year, and are assigned spaces. All spots are assigned based on a first come, first served basis. The most up-to-date pricing options are listed on our pricing page.
These prices are subject to change.
Once your contract has been confirmed complete by Tropicana you will be able to apply for TEMPO, Early Move-In and Parking. To apply for any of these options please login to your MyTropAccount and select the link for the program you want to apply for.
What to Bring
Besides your clothes and books, things that you should bring are sheets (extra long twin), blankets, pillows, pillowcases, bedspread, bath towels, toilet paper, laundry soap, alarm clock, computer, beach towel, bicycle, bike lock, non-halogen study lamp, and toiletries. All rooms have blinds on the windows.
Where Can I buy Stuff?
Located on Storke Road, Camino Real Marketplace is your best bet for all basic shopping needs. The shopping center includes Home Depot, Staples, Costco, Best Buy, Home Goods, and Ross. You can find this marketplace by going west on El Colegio and turning right onto Storke Road; it will be located a few blocks down on your left-hand side.
