Orientation Communication and Schedule
Orientation includes arrival/move-in, as well as many critical programs that will introduce you to your new home at Tufts University. Tufts also offers eight optional Pre-Orientation programs, which take place prior to Undergraduate Orientation.
Please check back as information regarding Move-In and Orientation will be added.
Pre-Orientation Move-In will be Friday, August 22. Move-In for new students not participating in Pre-Orientation will be Wednesday, August 27. Orientation for all new students begins on August 27 as well.
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.
New Student Checklist
The New Student Checklist will guide students through the summer and detail out several requirements they must complete prior to arrival. In addition, over the summer incoming students may access a full listing of academic requirements and information sessions through Academic Essentials on Canvas which will conclude with choosing fall courses towards the end of August, prior to arrival.
The Undergraduate Orientation team will be in regular contact with new students and families throughout the summer in preparation for Fall 2025. If you have questions, please contact orientation@tufts.edu.
Arrival Information
Arrival information will be posted when it is finalized. For additional information, visit the Move-In Webpage.
Parents and Families
Informational Webinars for New Students and Families
Incoming students and their parents and families are welcome to join us for a variety of informational webinars this summer. These programs will be hosted virtually via Zoom. The schedule and registration information will be posted on a rolling basis. All webinars will be recorded and posted in the archive below for later viewing.