Overview
Fall Welcome Week takes place directly ahead of the first day of fall classes in August and is required for all incoming students beginning their studies in the fall semester.
Required
Registration
You are required to register for Fall 2024 Welcome Week. Registration will open in late May.
Arrival and move-in instructions
Review step-by-step instructions for arriving on campus and moving into your residence hall on your assigned arrival day.
Be part of the tradition
Welcome Week traditions
Fall Welcome Week is full of events and activities that celebrate the University of Rochester's rich history.
MoreDates and schedule
The Fall 2024 Welcome Week program will take place from your assigned arrival day (either Monday, August 19 or Tuesday, August 20) through Saturday, August 24.
The full Welcome Week schedule will be available in summer 2024. While the schedule varies each year, here is a quick overview of the types of events and activities included in your program:
- Social events to help you get to know your classmates
- Residential hall meetings
- Activities to help you get familiar with campus
- Programs to introduce you to campus resources
- Opportunities to connect with your College advisor and academic departments
- Events to help you learn about getting involved on campus
- Time to prepare for your first day of classes
There will also be activities and events for your parent(s) and family member(s) during the beginning of the week, including Convocation, campus tours, panels and Q&A sessions with University leaders and staff, and opportunities to meet fellow families.
Welcome Week app
The Welcome Week app is the main tool for viewing Fall Welcome Week events. Customize your own event schedule and use the filter functionality to find events especially for international students, transfer students, parents and families, and exchange students. The app also features campus resources, recommendations and tips from your Orientation Leaders, and arrival day information. Learn how to download the app and use its features when it launches in early August.