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.
Schedule
Fall Welcome Week
August 24–29, 2026
The full Welcome Week schedule will be available in early August via the Guidebook app. 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 academic advisor and departments
- Events to help you learn about getting involved on campus
- Time to prepare for your first day of classes
Required Form
Register by August 3
You are required to register for Fall 2026 Welcome Week by Monday, August 3. When completing your form, make sure to add all guests who will be attending family Welcome Week events, so they can be added to your registration.
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Arrival and move-in details
August 24–25, 2026
Review step-by-step instructions for arriving on campus and moving into your residence hall on your selected arrival day.
View instructionsParking and transportation
If you are driving to campus, make sure to follow the instructions for getting to campus on your selected arrival day.
After completing your Residential Life check-in and moving into your residence hall, please follow the instructions below for parking on and getting around campus:
Student parking
Upperclass (sophomore, junior, and senior) residential and commuter students with permits only
Park in your assigned parking lot, based on the parking permit you purchased through the University of Rochester Department of Transportation and Logistics.
View parking lot mapFamily and guest parking
Monday, August 24 through Wednesday, August 26 only
Park in any open spot on campus that is not reserved (signage will indicate reserved spots). Please note: Handicap parking spots are reserved for vehicles with a Department of Motor Vehicles-issued handicap placard only.
View parking lot mapUniversity shuttles
If you are parking in Zone 3 South Lot, the University's Silver Line shuttle will be running every 15 minutes from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. to transport you to the center of campus.
To view all University shuttle routes, schedules, and live locations, download the TripShot app from your's devices app store.
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For families
August 24–26, 2026
Fall Welcome Week is not just for your student! Learn more about the events and activities taking place especially for parents and family members during the in-person component of your student's orientation. Events, including panels and Q&A sessions, opportunities to meet fellow incoming families, and connect with University leadership and staff, will take place Monday, August 24 through Wednesday, August 26.
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Welcome Week traditions
Fall Welcome Week is full of events and activities that celebrate the University of Rochester's rich history.
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