Orientation
Each year since 1934, the University of Chicago has set time aside before classes begin to provide an introduction to the University for all new students. Faculty, staff and returning students work together to help students new to the College register for their classes and get to know Chicago – both the city and the school.
During Orientation, the nine days prior to the start of Autumn Quarter, new students settle into housing, explore the neighborhood and the city, take placement tests, register for courses, learn about campus and community resources, meet faculty members and advisers, and, of course, make friends. This is part of your student’s acclimation to life at Chicago and their new academic environment.
Parents who accompany their students to campus are invited to participate in Opening Day activities. Parents who remain in Chicago beyond Opening Day, however, should know that students will be expected to eat meals with their Houses and attend required meetings, beginning the evening of Opening Day and continuing throughout Orientation. This schedule prevents students from spending time with parents.
Please visit the Orientation website for more information.
