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
Register by August 4
You are required to register for Fall 2025 Welcome Week by Monday, August 4. 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.
Arrival and move-in instructions
Review step-by-step instructions for arriving on campus and moving into your residence hall on 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.
Learn moreDates and schedule
The Fall 2025 Welcome Week program will take place from your arrival day (either Monday, August 18 or Tuesday, August 19) through Saturday, August 23.
The full Welcome Week schedule will be available in mid-August. 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
Fall 2025 Welcome Week key dates
Monday, August 18
Fall arrival day one; events for students and families begin
View detailsTuesday, August 19
Fall arrival day two; events for students and all families continue
View detailsWednesday, August 20
Events for all students continue; events for all families continue through late afternoon (includes academic and campus resource info sessions, social events, and Q&A with University leadership)
Thursday, August 21
Events for students continue
Saturday, August 23
Events for students conclude
Monday, August 25
Fall classes begin
Fall Welcome Week
For Families
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. Attend panels and Q&A sessions, meet fellow incoming families, and connect with University leadership and staff during this three-day program.
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 first-year 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. Use the button below to learn how to download the app and use its features.
Parking instructions
If you are driving to campus, make sure to follow the instructions for getting to campus on your selected arrival day. Parking is available in Intercampus Lot, Library Lot, and Zone 3 South Lot on specific days and times. Please review the instructions for the specific day you'll be parking on campus below:
Monday, August 18
After completing the Residential Life check-in and move-in process, please park in the following locations on:
Upperclass residential students (with permits): park in the assigned spot associated with your parking permit
Families: Intercampus Drive Lot or Zone 3 South Lot (if Intercampus Drive Lot is full)
View parking mapTuesday, August 19
After completing the Residential Life check-in and move-in process, please park in the following locations on:
Upperclass residential students (with permits): park in the assigned spot associated with your parking permit
Families: Intercampus Drive Lot or Zone 3 South Lot (if Intercampus Drive Lot is full)
Commuter students: Library Lot (between 9-4 p.m. only)
View parking mapWednesday, August 20
Please park in the following locations:
Commuter students: the assigned spot associated with your parking permit or Intercampus Drive Lot
Families: Intercampus Drive Lot or Zone 3 South Lot (if Intercampus Drive Lot is full)
If you are parking in Zone 3 South Lot, the University's Silver Line shuttle will be running from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. to transport you to the center of campus.
View shuttle schedules