Orientation, Move-In and Family Weekend

Blue Jay Families play an important role in transitioning students to their new home. The Office of Family Engagement is here to provide you with information you need.

New Family Orientation – Hop on Board Summer Webinar Series

Orientation for our new Blue Jay families will take place in the summer, prior to your students’ arrival on campus. Beginning in May, we will offer online webinars to discuss various topics relative to your student’s preparation for the fall semester. The list of webinars and registration links can be found here on the Blue Jay Families: Hop on Board page. Families will learn about housing and dining options, academic and student support services, campus safety and transportation and student health and wellness. All of the webinars are recorded and will be found on the Blue Jay Families: Hop on Board page once available, usually within two or three days.

New Student Optional Pre-Orientation Programs

Hopkins offers a number of unique Pre-Orientation programs for students. The details of the programs and the dates can be found on our Pre-Orientation page. The Office of Family Engagement will be onsite when you move your student in early for these programs to welcome you to Hopkins.

Required New Student Orientation – Hop on Board

New Student Orientation is exclusive for new and transfer students and runs from August 23-August 30, 2026. This program will help prepare your student to transition to JHU successfully. Your Blue Jay will learn about academics and student life, meet with an advisor and a First-Year Mentor (current student), and connect with their new community. All first year and transfer students will participate in the week long orientation, that runs from 9am-10pm daily. All New Student Orientation sessions are required unless excused for a varsity sport practice or game by their coach.

2026 Move-In Dates

Family Weekend: October 16-18, 2026

Family Weekend is an opportunity for families and students to be together in the fall with activities for the whole family to enjoy. More details, including the 2026 schedule and where to stay are available on our Family Weekend page.