Brandeis University Admissions

There's a lot to do before your first day of Brandeis classes. New Student Orientation begins on January 11, and classes begin on January 12. 

After you submit your enrollment form and create your Brandeis account, you'll need to access the Incoming Student Enrollment Checklist in Workday, which provides you with instructions for all the steps you need to take before the start of the fall semester. To access your checklist, enter "My Student Enrollment Checklist" in the Workday search bar.

Orientation is the beginning of your Brandeis journey, and the Department of Orientation and First Year Experience (FYE) is excited to welcome you to campus! Our two-part Orientation program, starting with virtual modules over the summer and in-person Orientation in August, is designed to provide answers to the many questions you have about Brandeis. 

Whether you're starting your college career or are transferring from another university, your small-group Orientation Leader (OL), a current Brandeis student, will serve as a mentor and resource throughout your first days at Brandeis and beyond. They will guide you through everything from your first trip to the dining hall to the cherished campus tradition Light the Night, ensuring that you have a smooth transition before classes begin.

And it doesn’t stop there. Throughout your first year on campus, FYE events will help you continue to feel welcome, connected, and supported.

Undergraduate First Year Experience

Community living at Brandeis allows you to reside with classmates who share your interests, who will expose you to new ideas, and who may even become your friends for life. First-year students are assigned housing with other first-years or sophomores, typically in a double or triple room. 

You will be able to access the Housing Application shortly after you enroll at Brandeis. Based on the information you provide, you’ll be matched with a roommate and receive your room assignment in July.

COMMUNITY LIVING