Orientation Schedule

August 2024 Important New Student Orientation Information

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION INFORMATION

New Student Orientation is a multi-day program for all new students in August that will leave you feeling prepared and excited to begin your first year at Hopkins. With the leadership of a First-Year Mentor, students will get an overview of academics, student life, the Hopkins and Baltimore community, and what it takes to make a smooth transition to college.

Participation in all New Student Orientation sessions is REQUIRED of all incoming students, unless a fall student-athlete is excused for a varsity sport practice or game by their coach.

  • Class of 2028 New Student Orientation (NSO) will take place on Sunday, August 18-Sunday, August 25.
  • 2024 Transfer Student Orientation will take place on Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25.
  • 2024 New Student Convocation Sunday, August 25.
  • 2024 First Day of Classes is on Monday, August 26.

Check back soon for 2024 New Student Orientation schedule

In the meantime, PDF Document: check out the 2023 Orientation Schedule to get a preview of what to expect next August!

For incoming students, we encourage you to download the Hopkins Groups app to stay current on all the happenings on the Homewood campus including New Student Orientation!