Welcome Class of 2024

First-Year Orientation

Orientation is an opportunity for first-year students to immerse themselves in campus life.

First-Year Orientation

Orientation is an opportunity for first-year students to immerse themselves in campus life.

First-year orientation is a required activity for all members of the class. More information about the orientation schedule will be provided in July, after the university announces plans for the fall term.

Public Safety Information

Bag Check

Bags 12” x 12” or larger in size will not be permitted at the Yale College Assembly and will have to be returned to your room or vehicle. Our security staff are unable to hold bags.

Lost and Found

If you lose an item during the opening days, please call the Yale Security Department at 203-785-5555. A dispatcher will assist you in finding the proper lost and found location. 

Sign up for Yale ALERT

Yale ALERT can reach students, faculty, staff and members of the New Haven community, with time-sensitive information during unforeseen events or emergencies using voice, email, and/or text messaging. The University will use emergency contact numbers that have been registered with Yale.

Yale visitors and guests who wish to receive emergency communications (text, email or voice) from the university should text “Join Yale_Alert” to 30890 or go to the Yale ALERT website and follow the directions provided.
 

First-Year Orientation Resources

Return to the New Student Section

An easy way to return to the New Student Resources section and continue reviewing the materials that will help you get prepared to come to campus