Boston Orientation

Mandatory for first-year, transfer, and veteran students.
Optional for students transitioning from a Northeastern program (New York City Scholars, London Scholars, and Oakland students, along with those completing the NU Immerse and Foundation Year programs).
Optional for families.

Through our programs and services, we connect you with the resources and experiences that will support a successful transition into the Boston community.

How to Register

Registration opens in mid-April

Registration for both enrolled students and up to 2 guests takes place in the student’s Application Status Check

All students and guests must be registered to attend. Travel cannot be arranged until the student is registered for a session.

Parking, meals, and social activities are complimentary at no cost for both the student and up to 2 guests.

Hotels

On-campus family housing is not available. Please see our list of area hotels.

Pack essential toiletries, weather appropriate clothing, walking shoes, and athletic wear for activities.

First-Year Students

Review arrival and program details for First-Year students and guests registered for Session K.

First-Year students will attend a mandatory 2-day Orientation program.

Pack essential toiletries, weather appropriate clothing, walking shoes, and athletic wear for activities.

Transfer and Veteran Students

Review arrival and program details for Transfer and Veteran students and guests registered for Session J.

Transfer and Veteran students will attend a mandatory 1-day Orientation program after they have moved into their fall residence and before classes begin.

Global Program Students

Review arrival and program details for Global Program students and guests registered for Session L.

Students transitioning from a Northeastern program and enrolled on the Boston campus for the first time including New York City Scholars, London Scholars, and Oakland students, along with those completing the NU Immerse and Foundation Year programs, are invited to participate in an optional half-day Orientation program that takes place prior to the start of fall classes.

Abroad Students

Students who live abroad will attend a late-summer session after fall move-in. This option is only available to those who reside outside of the United States.

Family Orientation

Arrival and program details for students and guests registered for Sessions J, K, and L are included in Husky Happenings Volume 5.

Family Orientation is optional and runs concurrent with the student program.

On-campus family housing is not available. Please see our list of area hotels.