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Orientation

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

Fall Orientation 2025

  • Forms and communication about your requirements before arrival will begin on May 1.
     
  • Pre-Orientation (optional- see Explore More programs): Sunday, August 24 - Tuesday, August 26.
     
  • Orientation (required for all new students): Wednesday, August 27 - Sunday, August 31.
     
  • Classes begin: Monday, September 1.

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

Move-in Day 2024

Move-in Day 2024

Campus buzzes with excitement as members of the class of 2028 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 2028 Signs in to Dickinson During Convocation Ceremony

Class of 2028 Signs in to Dickinson During Convocation Ceremony

Members of the class of 2028 officially signed in to the college during Convocation.




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Contact Us

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