In most places, you can move in as early as a week early. It does take awhile to get used to sleeping in a new place, so be sure to give yourself a few nights before the start of school. While you are there, you can begin to read your textbooks for class...
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I have been told by my psychologist when I was young that it is like when birds are leaving the nest.
Typically, you move into a dorm the week before classes start. During that time, you will also register for classes, buy textbooks (if known in advance), and get to know your roommate.