All Hunter College students, faculty, and staff must have multi-factor authentication (MFA) for CUNY applications. Get it now! Visit the MFA security website to learn how.

First Week at Hunter

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Your First Week at Hunter
Everything you need to get started — all in one place.

Welcome to Hunter College! Whether you're new or returning, this page has everything you need to navigate your first week — from setting up essential tools like CUNY MFA and your Mobile OneCard to finding your classes, exploring campus resources, and joining Welcome Week events.

Set Up CUNY MFA to Access Key Applications

MFA is required to access CUNY systems — get set up now.

All students must set up CUNY Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to access systems like CUNYfirst, Zoom, and Brightspace. For instructions, FAQs, and live Zoom help sessions, visit the CUNY MFA support page.

MFA Setup Instructions

Mobile OneCard Setup

Get Your Mobile OneCard Ready

Follow these quick steps to set up your Mobile OneCard and start using it on campus.

  1. Install the Transact eAccounts App
  2. Log in using Single Sign On (SSO) with your CUNY Login Credentials
  3. Submit Your ID Photo
  4. Add the Mobile ID to your digital wallet
  5. Enable your digital wallet

Need Help Activating Your Mobile OneCard?

Contact the support team at onecard@hunter.cuny.edu.
See Full Mobile OneCard Setup Steps

Understanding Class Locations

Room Numbers

Your courses are listed with a room number that includes the building and floor location. The first letter indicates the building. The first one-two digits indicate the floor.

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West Building, 12th floor, room 1242

Other Examples

EB121 = East building basement level room 121
C111 = North building cellar level room 111
E618 = East building 6th floor room 618
W1242 = West building 12th floor room 1242
TH412 = Thomas Hunter building 4th floor room 412
N1516 = North building 15th floor room 1516

Building Codes

Code Location
N North Building – enter from 68th St. or 69th St. between Park Ave. and Lexington Ave.
W West Building – enter from southwest corner of Lexington Ave. and 68th St.
B 2, 3, 4 Sportsplex, West Bldg – Take the escalator or stairs down to Athletics and Recreation on the lower levels
E East Building – enter from southeast corner of Lexington Ave. and 68th St.
TH Thomas Hunter Hall – found by going through the North building or entering on Lexington Ave between 68th and 69th St.
C Commons Level, North Bldg – Take the stairs or escalator to the lower level
EB East Basement – In the East Building, take the elevator or stairs from the 3rd floor of the library

Learn more about building locations on the Hunter Campus Map webpage.

View Hunter Campus Map

Directory of Important Locations

Find key student services across campus.

Use this directory to locate important offices like Advising, Financial Aid, the Registrar, and more.

Service Location
Accessibility 1214B, East Building
Advising 1119, East Building
Bursar 217, North Building
Career Center 405, East Building
Counseling and Wellness 1119B, East Building
Financial Aid 241, North Building
International Students 1109 & 1133, East Building
Registrar 217, North Building
Student Center (Advising for first-year students) 417, West Building
Testing Center 150, North Building
View Full Hunter Directory
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Welcome Week is Here!

Join us for a week of free, fun activities!
Aug 26–Sep 5, 2025

Join us August 26–September 5 for free food, games, giveaways, and events to kick off the semester. Meet new friends, explore student life, and connect with clubs. Open to all students — sponsored by Student Activities and USG.

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Take the 30-in-30 Challenge

Attend Events, and Win Prizes
Aug 26–Oct 6, 2025

From August 26 to October 6, join us for 30 events in 30 days filled with food, games, giveaways, and campus resources. It’s your chance to discover everything Hunter has to offer while earning prizes along the way. Pick up your 30-in-30 card at any Welcome Week event or at the Office of Student Activities (THH 202) and start collecting stamps!