Orientation and New Student Programs : University of Rochester

Rochester Ready online orientation program

Two students in winter gear pose outside Wilson Commons during Winterfest 2022

Spring 2027

Welcome Week

January 14–16, 2027

Spring Welcome Week takes place directly ahead of the first day of spring classes and is required for all incoming students beginning their studies in the spring semester.

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Orientation resources

Academic advising
Learn about the new student advising process and how you'll work with your advisor as a URochester student
Orientation timeline
View key dates throughout the winter at a glance and mark your calendar for Welcome Week
Communications
View an archive of new student communications to easily find the information you need

Incoming student housing and dining resources

Photo of Hoeing Hall on the Residential Quad on River Campus

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Welcome, incoming spring 2027 students

Rochester Ready online orientation program

Welcome Week

January 14–16, 2027

Orientation resources

Incoming student housing and dining resources

First-year student housing information

Transfer student housing information

Meal plan information

Other University of Rochester orientation programs