New Undergraduate Student Orientation

August Pre-Orientation Programs

Group of new students sitting with an Orientation Leader

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 Achievers Program (MKAP) 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. You can view the descriptions of these programs and access the application below. Please note that space is limited and submitting an application does not guarantee you a spot.

Timeline

  • Applications will be available beginning May 1, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. EST and are due by June 5, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
  • Applications will be reviewed and students will be notified of results by June 14, 2024 so there is plenty of time to arrange travel. 
  • The Outdoor Service Pre-Orientation program will move-in on August 22 (timeframe TBD). All other Optional Pre-Orientation programs will move-in on August 23 (timeframe TBD). We recommend waiting to book travel until you receive notification of whether or not you were accepted to a Pre-O on June 14.

How to Apply

Complete the application by clicking on the 'Apply Here' button below. Applications are due by June 5, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. EST. As a reminder, space is limited and submitting an application does not guarantee you a spot.  Applications will be reviewed and students will be notified of results by June 14, 2024.

Fee Information

The Service & Leadership, QAA, RISE, DEI & Hillel Optional Pre-Orientation programs have a $175.00 participation fee.  The Outdoor Service Pre-Orientation program has a $275.00 participation fee. If you would like to apply for assistance, please contact the Department of Orientation and First Year Experience at orientation@brandeis.edu. You should still complete the application if you are interested.