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Welcome, incoming spring 2026 students

We can't wait to welcome you to campus in January! In the meantime, let's get you ready for Rochester.

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Required Tasks

New student checklist

Let's get you ready for Rochester! This checklist is your comprehensive guide to all the required form and tasks you need to complete before arriving to campus to begin your first semester.

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Mark your calendar

Orientation timeline

Orientation begins long before you arrive on campus. View key dates throughout the fall at a glance and mark your calendar for Spring Welcome Week in January. 

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Required for all students

Register for Spring Welcome Week

All incoming first-year, transfer, and exchange students are required to register for Spring 2025 Welcome Week by Sunday, December 21.

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Stay Updated

Communications

We know you will receive lots of communications ahead of your arrival to campus, so we've compiled them in one place to make it as easy as possible for you to find the information you're looking for.

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Get ready to register for classes

Academics and advising

Your advisor is here to help you navigate your academic career from orientation until commencement. Learn more about the new student academic advising process and how to get ready for course registration.

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