Orientation

New Student Orientation
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Welcome, Spring 2025 Students

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Click the links below for Spring 2025 orientation information.

Looking for Fall 2025 info? For students entering in the Fall 2025 semester, Freshman Orientation information will be posted in February 2025.

Freshman Orientation

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025

Attendance at Freshman Orientation is required for all new first-year students starting in the Spring 2025 semester at Hunter College.

What to Expect at Freshman Orientation
  • Activate your Hunter College Mobile OneCard
  • Review your first-semester schedule
  • Get a thorough tour of campus and main offices
  • Be introduced to campus resources
  • Meet your future classmates
Class Registration

Starting in early January 2025, you will be automatically enrolled in your class schedule for the Spring 2025 semester.

Register for Orientation

The registration link for Freshman Orientation will be sent to your Hunter College (@myhunter.cuny.edu) email address within 5-7 days of receipt of your deposit. Please check your Hunter College email account for your invitation to register the event.

Need help with your email? Follow the steps of the New Student Guide for Freshmen.

Transfer Orientation

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025

Transfer Orientation is a one-day event that will take place at the Hunter College main 68th street campus. Attendance at Transfer Orientation is optional, but highly recommended for all new transfer students starting in the Spring 2025 semester at Hunter College. All transfers must be registered for classes prior to attending orientation as transfer orientation will not cover any advising or registration info.

All transfers must be registered for classes prior to attending orientation as transfer orientation will not cover any advising or registration info.

What to Expect at Transfer Orientation
  • Activate your Hunter College Mobile OneCard
  • Get a thorough tour of campus and main offices
  • Be introduced to campus resources
  • Meet your future classmates
Class Registration

Transfer students must register for classes prior to attending orientation. For help with registration, review the Transfer Advising and Registration Guide.

Register for Orientation

The registration link for Transfer Orientation will be sent to your Hunter College (@myhunter.cuny.edu) email address 5-7 days after you have registered for classes for the Spring 2025 semester. Please check your Hunter College email account for your invitation to register the event.

Need help with your email? Follow the steps of the New Student Guide for Transfers.

Parent Orientation

As the parent, guardian, or caregiver of a first-year college student, you can take pride in the efforts you’ve invested in preparing both your student and yourself for the upcoming transition to college.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Additional Resources

Looking for additional information to help you settle in at Hunter College and navigate life as a new student? Check out these resources.

Getting to Orientation

Looking for the easiest way?

The best way to ensure an easy commute to the orientation is to take the NYC subway. There is a subway stop named after us that drops you off right at our front door! View Subway Directions

Driving from far away?

Hunter College does not offer any on-campus parking. There are several private parking garages and some pay-by-hour meters in the neighborhood. Learn more here

Staying overnight?

There are plenty of options to select from that will fit any budget. Check out nearby hotels

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