UMass Boston

First-year student orientation is a two-day, overnight program.  The program begins on day one at 8:45am and concludes on day two at 5:00pm. A shortened virtual option is available as an alternative for students who live more than 250 miles from campus but we encourage students to come to the on-campus program if possible.

On-Campus

• June 10-11
• June 17-18
• June 23-24
• July 16-17
• July 22-23
• July 30-31

Virtual

• June 30
• August 7

Transfer student orientation is a one-day program.  The program begins at 8:45am and concludes at 3:30pm. A shortened virtual option is available as an alternative for students who live more than 250 miles from campus but we encourage students to come to the on-campus program if possible.

On-Campus

• June 5
• June 26
• July 14
• July 28

Virtual

• June 30
• August 7

Graduate orientation is a one day program designed to welcome all graduate students to the UMass Boston community.  Many graduate students may also have a specific onboarding for their program of study.  The university-wide graduate orientation is offered both on-campus and virtually.  On-campus orientation is a full day program beginning at 8:45am and ending at 3:30pm.  Virtual orientation is a part-day program offered both in the morning and evening.

On-Campus

• May 20 - for summer cohort only
• August 13
• August 28

Virtual

• May 15 (Evening Program) - for summer cohort only
• August 20 (Morning Program)
• August 26 (Evening Program)

International students who are attending UMass Boston on a VISA will participate in a two-part orientation program.  Part one is a virtual orientation session where you will learn about UMass Boston academics and resources.  Undergraduate student will also select classes for the first semester.  Part two is an on-campus event known as International Welcome which focuses on living in Boston, meeting your fellow classmates, and important information about your VISA compliance.

Part One: Virtual Orientation

• June 30 - Undergraduate Students
• August 7 - Undergraduate Students
• August 20 (Morning Program) - Graduate Students
• August 26 (Evening Program) - Graduate Students

Part Two: International Welcome

• August 27 - Undergraduate Students
• August 26 - Graduate Students

Students in the Pathway Program will attend a two-day, overnight orientation program.  The program begins on day one at 8:45am and concludes on day two at 5:00pm. A shortened virtual option is available as an alternative for students who live more than 250 miles from campus but we encourage students to come to the on-campus program if possible.

On-Campus

• TBD

Virtual

• August 7

Students in the Directions for Student Potential (DSP) Program as invited to attend orientation during the first week of their 6-week summer program.  The orientation is a one day program which includes an overnight stay in our campus residence hall.

Summer 2025 Orientation Date

• TBD

Students in the Accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing (ABSN) or the Nursing for RNs (RN-BS) program attend a special orientation program designed for your unique learning experience. 

ABSN offers a two-part orientation with an on-campus and virtual component that is offered once per admission cycle.  All ABSN students must attend both parts of the orientation. 

RN-BS is an all virtual orientation program with multiple dates to choose from.

ABSN Program

Summer Cohort

• April 7 (Part One: On-Campus)
• TBD (Part Two: Virtual)

Fall Cohort

• July 15 (Part One: On-Campus)
• TBD (Part Two: Virtual)

RN-BS Program

• TBD

Parents, families, and supporters of new UMass Boston students are invited to attend an orientation program designed just for them.  Focusing on ways to support students during their time at UMass Boston, family orientation is a one day program offered concurrently with every undergraduate orientation date.  The on-campus program is a full day beginning at 8:45am and ending at 3:30pm.

First-Year Family Orientation Dates

• June 10
• June 17
• June 23
• July 16
• July 22
• July 30

Transfer Family Orientation Dates

• June 5
• June 26
• July 14
• July 28