Orientation for New Students
Welcome, Class of 2030 and transfer Obies!
Students are required to move in on Friday, August 21. Certain programs (Athletics, Bonner, etc.) require students to arrive earlier. Those programs will communicate directly to students participating in those programs. Parent orientation will conclude on Saturday, August 22 by 2 p.m.
You can plan to begin your Oberlin transition during the summer as our Orientation Program will include a range of remote activities in early-mid August. We will begin communicating with you via your oberlin.edu email account in the spring with action steps for you to complete prior to arriving on campus. Our goal is to provide essential information and connect you with members of our community who will help you make a successful academic and social transition.
We look forward to seeing you!
Our Goals for You During Orientation
- Introduce you to your PAL (Peer Advising Leader), RA (Residential Assistant), and other new students
- Familiarize you with essential policies and helpful resources
- Learn what the residential experience and living in a community at Oberlin College means
- Connect you with your academic advisor, register for class, and develop a strong academic foundation
- Experience our vibrant campus life including a vast range of musical events, student organization activities, and more
- Engage with the communities and partners that surround Oberlin College
International Students
The International Student Orientation Program begins with international student move-in on Monday, August 17. All new F-1 and J-1 students are expected to attend and arrive on campus on that date. You may check in to your housing at any time on that day (including after normal business hours). Dual-citizens, permanent residents, US citizens living abroad, and other non-F-1 or J-1 visa holders are welcome to contact isss@oberlin.edu to request to attend.
More information for international students
Orientation Schedule
You will find a complete orientation schedule here in late summer.