Welcome, parents and families! Whether your student is brand new to higher education or is transferring from another institution, transitioning to the University of Rochester is a big adjustment—not only for your student, but for your entire family. We are here to provide support, answer questions, and give you the resources you need to help your student as they begin their Rochester journey.
Ahead of the new student checklist launching in May, here are a few suggested tasks for parents and family members to complete in the meantime.
Save the date for Fall 2025 Welcome Week! Events for parents and families will begin on the evening of Monday, August 18 and end in the late afternoon on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Learn moreYour student will arrive and move in on either Monday, August 18 or Tuesday, August 19. Review transportation options and area accommodations to book your travel to Rochester.
Explore resourcesConnect with fellow parents and family members of incoming Fall 2025 students in this private Facebook group. Please note you will need to provide your students' full name and date of birth so we can verify your identity before admitting you to the group.
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Learn more about campus resources and services from University staff members in this series of live webinars throughout the summer. Topics covered include student activities and support services, career resources, and how to support your student as they begin this new journey.
Registration opens in late May
Your student being the first (or one of the first) in your family to attend college is a special milestone for your family. Join us for this celebratory virtual event as we welcome you to the University, answer any lingering questions you may have, and connect you with fellow first-generation families.
Registration opens in late May
These in-person and virtual events, presented by the Office of Alumni Relations and Constituent Engagement and the Parents Program, allow you and your student to meet other incoming families, as well as current students and University staff members.
Registration opens in June
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The Parent and Family Relations Office is also available to help you understand and support your student's experience, learning, and growth throughout their entire undergraduate career.
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