New Undergraduate Student Orientation

August Pre-Orientation Programs

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Pre-Orientation programs are an opportunity to arrive on campus a few days early, meet other new students with similar interests and participate in engaging service and/or community-building programs before Orientation officially begins.

There are community-specific Pre-Orientations for International students (International Student Welcome Days), the Myra Kraft Transitional Year Program (MKTYP) and the Student Support Services Program (SSSP), so members of those communities do not need to apply to the programs listed below.

Optional Pre-Orientation Programs

If you are not a member of the above communities, you may apply to participate in an optional Pre-Orientation program. Please note that space is limited. You can view the descriptions of these programs below and access the application below. The application will be available beginning May 2, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. EST and is due by May 24, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

How to Apply

Applications for Optional Pre-Orientation programs will be available beginning May 2, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. EST are due by May 24, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. EST. As a reminder, space is limited.  Applications will be reviewed and students will be notified of results by  May 31, 2023. 

Fee Information

Optional Pre-Orientation programs have a $175.00 participation fee.  If you would like to apply for assistance, please contact the Department of Orientation and First Year Experience at orientation@brandeis.edu.