Orientation

Orientation Overview

Orientation is an essential and exciting program that introduces new students to all aspects of campus life. It is an opportunity to meet with administrators and current students who serve as orientation leaders in easing your transition to Manhattan College. All new undergraduate students must attend one of the orientation sessions. Students are required to submit their enrollment deposit in order to register for orientation.

Please note: Orientation is only for undergraduate students. Graduate students and students in the degree completion program do not attend orientation.

Orientation Dates

  • Freshman Orientation 1: June 10-11
  • Freshman Orientation 2: June 13-14
  • Freshman Orientation 3: June 17-18
  • Freshman Orientation 4: August 20-21 (this session is reserved for students traveling a great distance)
Register for Orientation

Transfer Students

Orientation is not mandatory for transfer students.  If transfer students wish to attend, they must register for Orientation Session 4. Transfer students will receive a letter in July with more information. 

Freshman Move-In: August 22

Freshman will move into their residence halls on August 22. 

Opening Weekend for the Class of 2017: August 23-24 

In addition to orientation, all new students are required to attend Manhattan College’s Opening Weekend. Students will participate in school-specific academic programs, New Student Convocation, workshops that explore transitioning to college life, and activities throughout New York City. A full schedule of events will be available when you arrive on campus.