Orientation
Goals And Objectives For New Student Orientation
The purpose of New Student Orientation at Skidmore College is to orient students to our campus community and to prepare them to be successful at Skidmore. Our programming provides information and resources so that students can begin to:
- Transition to life on campus
- Build connections within the community
- Understand our values and community standards
- Prepare for college-level academics
NSO provides only an introduction to the areas enumerated above. Additional programming, growth, and experience is provided throughout the entire first year, some of which is facilitated during the 4th credit hour of the Scribner Seminar and much of which happens organically as students become comfortable in their new community and their living and learning environment.
Please note: Schedules of events are subject to change.
WINTER 2025
Class of 2028 &
New Transfers
Winter Orientation Dates
Transfer Orientation
Saturday, January 18-Monday, January 20
Spring semester classes begin Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Academic Calendar 2024-2025
Dates for Fall 2025 (Class of 2029)
FYE London Program Orientation: Monday, August 18 - Wednesday, August 20, 2025
International Student Orientation (ISO): Monday, August 25 - Wednesday, August 27, 2025
By invitation
Pre-Orientation Programs: Thursday, August 28 - Sunday, August 31 (AM), 2025
Not required but strongly encouraged
New & Transfer Student Orientation: Sunday, August 31 - Friday, September 5, 2025
Fall Classes Begin: Wednesday, September 3