Arrival
You must arrive between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on August 18. Move-in for students living in Residential Life housing will be on August 18. On-campus housing will not be available for students arriving prior to August 18. If you arrive early, you will need to arrange housing at a nearby hotel.
We strongly encourage students to fly into St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), which is only a 15- minute drive from campus.
Transportation from the airport
Below are transportation from the St. Louis Lambert Airport to the Danforth Campus.
- OISE Shuttle: OISE offers a free shuttle from the St. Louis Lambert Airport between 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on August 18.
- Taxi: Taxis are available 24 hours a day. The cost to travel to WashU is about $30-$40, plus a 15-20% tip.
- Ride sharing apps: The Uber and Lyft mobile apps allow you to request a ride through your phone, provided by drivers using their own cars. You must download the apps in advance.
- MetroLink: The MetroLink light rail system has two stations on the Danforth Campus, as well as two stations near campus. If you take MetroLink, be sure to check the most convenient stop for you. Campus maps are available.
Transfer & Exchange Orientation
You will participate in Orientation upon arrival. This is a four-day program hosted by Student Transitions & Engagement from August 19-22. During Orientation, you will:
- Get to know campus
- Learn about the resources available to support you
- Find community and meet other students
You will receive a schedule for Orientation closer to your arrival.