What to Expect
All incoming freshmen are required to attend First-Year Orientation and expected to participate in Orientation events from August 21-25. During Orientation, you’ll meet with your faculty advisor as well as your peer leader, attend group meetings with other students in your major, tour different facilities on campus and throughout Hoboken, and of course, have a lot of fun!
Additionally, you will be welcomed by a very talented group of students known as Peer Leaders. These students were specifically selected and trained to assist you with your transition into the Stevens community. They will serve as your mentor and a resources to you throughout Orientation and well into the academic year as you transition into life as a college student.
The orientation schedule and specific arrival times will be communicated in mid-July.
Residential Students
Students residing in Stevens residential housing will check-in at their designated time on Wednesday, August 21 and then proceed to move-in to their assigned residence hall. Check-in will take place between 7:30am - 1:00pm; you will receive your specific check-in time over the summer. Peer leaders and volunteers will be present to assist with the move-in process. For questions about housing and room assignments, please visit the Office of Residential Dining and Services website. Following move-in and lunch, First-Year Orientation begins!
Commuter Students
Commuter students are expected to participate in all orientation activities throughout the day, with attendance at evening programs being optional.
- Check-in will take place on Wednesday, August 21 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm followed by your first orientation group meeting at 2pm. At the same time, our Parent and Family Welcome will take place in Canavan Arena for your family members to attend.
- There will be an important Commuter Student meeting hosted by the Commuter Student Union from 4pm - 4:45pm
- You may view the online Campus Map here
Parents and Families
Your student will receive information through their Stevens email regarding their specific check-in time as well as details for First-Year Orientation.
- To make the check-in and move-in process smooth and efficient, we ask that students bring no more than 2 family members with them when possible.
- Student volunteers will be on-hand to physically help move your student into their residence hall if they are residing on campus.
- Following check-in/move-in, families are welcome to attend the family luncheon as well as the Parent and Family Welcome Address and Resource Fair.
- Registration for the Family Welcome will open on July 19, 2019.
