Orientation

Fall 2023
New Student Orientation

We are so excited to welcome you to the Hunter College community!

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Freshman Orientation

Freshman Orientation is mandatory for all incoming freshmen. Freshman Orientation is a one-day event that will take place between June 22 and June 29, please make sure to mark your calendars and be available at that time.

Admitted freshmen who have committed and deposited to attend Hunter College in the Fall 2023 semester will receive orientation registration instructions via email in late-March. Freshmen will register for classes at orientation.

Your Hunter NetID username and password are required to register for Freshman Orientation.

Transfer Orientation

Admitted transfers who have committed and deposited to attend Hunter College in the Fall 2023 semester will receive orientation registration instructions via email in late-March. Transfer Orientation is a one-day event that will take place between Aug 14 and Aug 18.

Your Hunter NetID username and password are required to register for Transfer Orientation.

Transfer students will complete registration for classes before attending orientation. For help with registration, please schedule an advising appointment via the Navigate Student App.

Orientation Overview

Orientation is a full day event that will prepare you to start your journey at Hunter College. Here's an overview of what to expect for the day.

The Hunter Tradition – A welcome from campus leaders where students will learn about how Hunter College traditions have grown into the vibrant and exciting community we know today. You will learn why the Mihi Cura Futuri motto is at the core of Hunter life.

Navigating Campus – Your orientation leaders will walk you through the main campus at Hunter College to ensure you’re all set for your first day. You will get to learn about the Student Union, Hunter Library, athletics, and many more places important to your life as a Hunter Hawk.

Community Standards & Student Conduct – The tradition of the university as a sanctuary of academic freedom and center of informed discussion is an honored one, to be guarded vigilantly. Students will learn about the rules of student conduct on Hunter College campus and how these rules support, and enhance the academic experience. Learn more about Community Standards.

Student Life & Wellness: Financial Well-Being – Learning how to manage your financial well-being while in college is an important life skill. You will have many new expenses including tuition and fees, room and board or housing and food bills, books and supplies, and so on. This session will give you some basics to get started, and it introduces you to resources available at Hunter to help you along the way.

Student Life & Wellness: Student Life Outside of Class – The variety of student-life opportunities at Hunter reflects the interests of our diverse student community. Students will learn the many ways you will make our Hunter community your own and all of the way Hunter is here to help you.

Registration for Classes

  • Freshmen will register for classes at orientation.
  • Transfer students will complete registration for classes before attending orientation.

Student ID – Students will get their OneCard at the conclusion of the orientation day.

Pre-Orientation Checklist

☑ Submit Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

Deadline: 2 weeks before orientation | View Instructions

☑ Submit Immunization Records

Deadline: 2 weeks before orientation | View Instructions

☑ Review your Math Placement Information

Deadline: 2 weeks before orientation | View Math Placement Information (PDF)

☑ Set-up your MyHunter email/Office 365

Deadline: 1 week before orientation | View Instructions

☑ Set-up your NetID (emailed to you, check your spam!)

Deadline: 1 week before orientation | View Instructions

☑ Remember your usernames and passwords for CUNYfirst, MyHunter email, NetID, Navigate

Deadline: 1 week before orientation | View CUNY Login Page

☑ Download Navigate for Students

Deadline: 1 week before orientation | View Instructions

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.

Post-Orientation Checklist

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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