Orientation for Parents and Families
Welcome to the Tufts community! On your student's move-in day, there will be optional programs for parents and families.
For students who choose to participate in Pre-Orientation, Move-In will be Friday, August 22. New Student Move-In for students not participating in Pre-Orientation will be Wednesday, August 27. Undergraduate Orientation for all new students begins on Wednesday, August 27. The Matriculation Ceremony, which officially welcomes incoming students to Tufts University, will take place on Thursday, August 28. Parents and families are welcome to attend the ceremony; it will also be livestreamed.
Please check back as more information regarding Move-In and Orientation will be added. We look forward to welcoming you and your student to campus later this summer!
Programming for Parents and Families
Programming for parents and families will be offered during Pre-Orientation arrival/move-in on Friday, August 22 and Orientation arrival/move-in on Wednesday, August 27 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Participation is optional, but parents and families coming for their student's arrival/move-in day are encouraged to attend. Programming is the same on both move-in dates.
Friday, August 22, 2025
- 3:30-4:30 p.m. After the Drop off (Cohen Auditorium): A panel conversation with Dean of Students Camille Lizarríbar and the Student Life team. They'Il discuss the transition to college, how to support your student while encouraging their independence, and campus resources available for students throughout their journey at Tufts.
- 4:30-5:30 p.m. Jumbo Reception: After a busy day of moving your student into their residence, join us for an end-of-day reception. Meet the deans and advising deans for your student's academic program, members of the Student Life team and campus partners, and connect with other parents (light refreshments served).
(Note: Individual Pre-O Programs will be in touch with your student with the program schedule for move in day, including the start time.)
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
- 3:30-4:30 p.m. After the Drop off (Cohen Auditorium): A panel conversation with Dean of Students Camille Lizarríbar and the Student Life team. They'll discuss the transition to college, how to support your student while encouraging their independence, and campus resources available for students throughout their journey at Tufts.
- 4:30-5:30 p.m. Jumbo Reception: After a busy day of moving your student into their residence hall, join us for an end-of-day reception. Meet the deans and advising deans for your student's academic program, members of the Student Life team and campus partners, and connect with other parents (light refreshments served).
Thursday, August 28, 2025
- 10 - 11 a.m. Matriculation Ceremony (the official welcoming of new students). Parents and families are welcome to attend the ceremony; it will also be livestreamed. (Please note: This event takes place outside, on the academic quad. In the event of inclement weather, the indoor location accommodates students only; there will be additional indoor spaces where parents and families who are on campus can watch the livestream.)
- Following Matriculation, students continue their orientation.
- A link to watch the livestream will be available.
Health & Wellness Consultations
On move-in days, our Health and Wellness medical and mental health staff have set aside times for students or parents to speak with them about any individual concerns they may have for the upcoming year. These 15-minute consultations are available on a first come, first served basis.
August 22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Health Service/Medical Consultations at Health Service, 124 Professors Row, Medford
- Counseling and Mental Health Consultations at CMHS, 120 Curtis Street, Medford
August 27, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Health Service/Medical Consultations at Health Service, 124 Professors Row, Medford
- Counseling and Mental Health Consultations at CMHS, 120 Curtis Street, Medford