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Class of 2016

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Welcome to Yale College!


Information on the Freshman May Mailings
  • View welcome letter to the from the dean of student affairs.

We eagerly anticipate your arrival, and we look forward to the contributions you will make to our community.

This site will provide you with essential practical and academic information you will need as you prepare for your freshman year. Additional academic information will be posted in May.

Important First Steps (to be completed April 3 or after):

There are a number of things you will need to do once you have matriculated.

  1. Complete required health forms (deadline July 5)
  2. Information for students who wish to waive parts of health coverage - site active June 17-September 15, 2012

Important Additional Steps:

    1. Apply for Directed Studies [optional] (deadline June 7) or
      Apply for Perspectives on Science & Engineering [optional] (deadline June 7)
    2. Complete the Math and Science Survey (deadline July 15)
    3. Select a Preorientation Program [optional] 
    4. Request a Peer Liaison [optional]

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

We have compiled a list of helpful FAQs. This list will be updated throughout the year.

 

If you have questions, feel free to call the Office of Freshman Affairs at 203-432-2907 or send an email to freshman.affairs@yale.edu.