New Student Fall Orientation

Mark your calendar for August 17, 2024!

New Student Orientation is designed to create a seamless transition for all new students to Goucher College. We are excited that you've chosen Goucher College for your college experience, and new student orientation is designed to help you feel ready for the academic year ahead. The term "new student" applies to all students beginning their Goucher career in any given semester. 

The best way to get to know your new campus community is to jump in and start exploring it yourself. Goucher’s new student programs help you start connecting to your new home and provide you with the information you need as you begin your college adventure.

All first-year, transfer, and exchange students are required to attend new student orientation. Students have the chance to interact and connect with faculty, staff, and students; obtain departmental information related to potential majors; take certain placement tests or audition; and learn about student life opportunities. If you are involved in another experience during the program (e.g., athletics preseason, etc.) your instructor and/or coach are aware. 

For more details about orientation, please email firstyear@goucher.edu.

Orientation Schedules and Resources

Find more information about your orientation in one of the schedules below:

First-Year Students Orientation Schedule (PDF)

Transfer & Exchange Students Orientation Schedule (PDF)

Orientation Schedule for Families (PDF)

For additional information, checkout these importatant resources:

Undergraduate Academic Calendar (PDF)

Important Dates for Students (PDF)

Academic Support and Resources

Move-In Day Checklist