New Student Orientation
Welcome, Spring 2026 Students!
We are thrilled to have you join our vibrant community. Your Orientation Day is the start of an incredible journey where you’ll explore campus, make meaningful connections, and prepare to achieve your academic and personal goals.
Get ready for Orientation! Registration for Spring 2026 Orientation opens on December 15. Choose from the following dates:
- Wednesday, January 14
- Thursday, January 15
- Wednesday, January 21
- Friday, January 23
First-Year Students
Step 1: Complete the Admitted Student Checklist
Your Pre-Orientation Survey will be sent once your commitment deposit has been received or waived, and your math and English placements have been determined. Make sure you submit all transcripts and test scores and complete any necessary math or English placement exams as soon as possible. Review the Admitted Student Checklist for more details.
Orientation emails will be sent to your Baruch email address. Be sure to claim your account today! Click here!
Step 2: Complete the Pre-Orientation Survey
Read through the Survey to learn more about first-year course scheduling and to confirm your intended major and preference for your first semester math course. Click here to preview the Pre-Orientation Survey.
Orientation emails will be sent to your Baruch email address. Be sure to claim your account today! Click here!
Step 3: Receive Your Invitation to Orientation
Once we receive your Pre-Orientation Survey response, you’ll receive your invitation to Orientation. Registration for Orientation will open on December 15. Click the registration link in your invitation and choose the date that works best for you!
Step 4: Course Registration
Once you are registered for Orientation, we’ll start working on your course schedule! Incoming first year students are registered for their first semester courses by the New Student Programs Office. Your schedule will be thoughtfully created based on your incoming credits, intended major, your Math and English placements, and your responses on the Pre-Orientation Survey. Click here for more information about First-Year Student Course Scheduling and to learn more about FYS 1000.
Transfer Students
Step 1: Complete the Admitted Student Checklist
Your invitation to Orientation will be sent once your commitment deposit has been received or waived, your transfer credits have been evaluated, and your math and English placements have been determined. Make sure you submit all transcripts and test scores, and complete any necessary math or English placement exams as soon as possible. Review the Admitted Student Checklist for more details.
Step 2: Receive Your Invitation to Orientation
Registration for Orientation will open on December 15. Click the registration link in your invitation and choose the date that works best for you!
Orientation emails will be sent to your Baruch email address. Be sure to claim your account today! Click here!
Step 3: Course Registration
Transfer students can register for courses on their own, once assigned an enrollment appointment. Enrollment appointments are assigned as your transfer credit evaluations are processed and you have valid Math and English placements. Be sure to complete any necessary placement exams and to submit all your important documents to Admissions as soon as possible.
Click here to view our New Student Onboarding Guide
Click here to view videos on how to Schedule Builder
Click here for more information about Advisement Services for First-Year and Transfer Students
What to Expect at Orientation
- Picture time! We’ll be taking your Baruch student ID picture during check-in. Please note that you must be registered for classes to receive your student ID card. If you haven’t registered for classes yet, you’ll have to get your ID Card on another day.
- Personalize your experience! Choose the sessions that best fit your interests to create a day tailored just for you.
- Discover Baruch! Get to know the campus and connect with your classmates. Your Orientation Day is the perfect time to meet new friends, dive into campus life, and make connections that will last.
- Plan for a half-day! Orientation runs from 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Arrive on time and come ready to participate, connect, and make the most of every moment.
For questions or additional information, contact us at Orientation@baruch.cuny.edu.