*Please note: Although most of the information posted here is from last year, the following will give you an idea of what to expect in the one ahead; the information specific to your class will be available in May of 2026.

Congratulations! As new members of the Yale community, you are joining thousands of other scholars from around the world working together in discovering and sharing knowledge in the Yale's classrooms, laboratories, libraries, studios, and residential colleges. In the months ahead, use this website to introduce you to Yale College's curriculum, cocurriculum, and extracurriculum.

First year and new student move-in is Sunday, August 17, 2025. Orientation will start in the afternoon upon your arrival on August 17 through the first day of classes resuming on August 27. Events for families will be held from the morning of August 17 through the afternoon of August 18. The calendar for the Opening Days of Yale College has been updated! Additional optional events hosted by our campus partners will be added throughout May and June. Email first-year.affairs@yale.edu with any questions you may have.

• Calendar for the Opening Days of Yale College