The first class of Molloy University freshmen moved into their dorms on Monday.

This is the first group of students entering the school since Molloy College earned its university status.

The 646 students who represent the class of 2026 are also the largest group of freshmen in the school’s history.

Twenty-three states and 14 countries are represented in the class.

There was a mix of excitement and nerves for the start of their college journey.

Administrators say this is more of a pre-pandemic move-in days as many COVID-19 safety protocols have been relaxed.

All students and faculty do have to be vaccinated against COVID.