Dickinson's Orientation program for new students is designed to facilitate your integration into the unfamiliar academic and residential setting that is college life. Through Orientation we invite you to learn about the experiences, opportunities and community that Dickinson has to offer. Orientation is required for all new students.


Important Dates

Spring Orientation 2024 

  • Move-In: Thursday, January 18 

  • Orientation: Thursday evening, January 18 - Sunday, January 21 

Fall Orientation 2024 

  • Pre-Orientation: Sunday, August 25 - Tuesday, August 27 

  • Orientation: Wednesday, August 28 - Sunday, September 1 

  • Classes begin : Monday, September 2 


Check out recent coverage of move-in day, Orientation and Convocation:

Move-in Day 2023

Move-in Day 2023

Campus buzzes with excitement as members of the class of 2027 arrive on campus.

Ready for the Adventure: Explore More Program Starts College With a Bang

Ready for the Adventure: Explore More Program Starts College With a Bang

Students started their college careers with a bang, thanks to Dickinson's Pre-Orientation: Explore More Adventures program.

Class of 2027 Signs in to Dickinson During Convocation Ceremony

Class of 2027 Signs in to Dickinson During Convocation Ceremony

Members of the class of 2027 officially signed in to the college during Convocation on Sunday, Aug. 27.




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Contact Us

If you have any questions, please call the New Student Programs office at 717-245-1671 or email orientation@dickinson.edu.