Fall 2025 – Grad – New Student Newsletter #1

Welcome, Tiger!

Now that you're officially part of the Tiger family, your RIT journey is about to kick into high gear! Get ready for the next chapter as we guide you through everything you need to know before you arrive on campus.

Make sure to keep a close eye on your RIT email inbox! If you haven't done so already, set up your RIT computer account by following the steps in your Accepted Graduate Student Checklist. Check the Graduate Orientation webpage frequently. It contains all the essential orientation information in one place.

We're thrilled to welcome you to RIT!

Sincerely,
The Graduate School Team

Save the Dates

Welcome Days &
New Student
Orientation
Aug. 17-24

Graduate School Orientation & Semester Kick-Off
Aug. 21

First Day of Day, Evening, and Online
Classes
Aug. 25

graduate student holing up a postcard that reads "Hello" with a large group of students behind at orientation

Graduate Orientation & Semester Kick-Off

Attend Graduate Orientation to learn about RIT Graduate School services, graduate student organizations, and need-to-know resources. The Semester Kickoff is a fun event for new and returning graduate students to celebrate the start of the Fall semester.

Visit the Graduate Orientation webpage

Get Started!

Upcoming Grad Accepted Student Webinars

Graduate Accepted Student Next Steps - Campus Support Services
Wednesday, June 18 at 9 a.m. (900 hours) ET or 7 p.m. (1900 hours) ET
Representatives from our Student Financial Services (SFS), Student Employment Office (SEO), and the Student Health Center (SHC) will share detailed information and answer your questions about graduate student resources and support services, including:

• Tuition Billing and Payment (SFS)
• Working on Campus (SEO)
• Immunization/Health History Forms (SHC)

Graduate Student Need to Know - Your First Weeks at RIT
Wednesday, July 17th at 9 a.m. (0900 hours) or 5 p.m. (1700 hours) ET
Join the RIT Graduate School’s Assistant Dean and student leaders for an overview of Graduate School Orientation, an introduction to graduate student clubs, and a review of resources you’ll need as you transition to life in Rochester. Plenty of time will be left for questions with current students.

We strongly encourage all new graduate students to attend! This interactive session will ensure you know the final steps necessary to prepare for enrollment, and will introduce you to important resources you’ll be utilizing when you arrive in Rochester.

Accepted Graduate Student Checklist

The checklist will help you navigate all of the required action items you must complete before you arrive at RIT. It is important to note that some action items contain mid-summer deadlines, so we encourage you to review the full checklist as soon as possible.

Start checking items off your list >

Virtual Orientation

Jumpstart your Orientation experience with our RIT Virtual Orientation. The virtual component of your Orientation experience will provide you with important information, including an introduction to services and resources, to help you successfully launch your RIT journey.

You must complete all virtual orientation modules before you arrive on campus for your in-person Orientation experience. Feel free to go through this program at your own pace. If you need to take a break, you can log back in at any time and pick up where you left off.

Get started with Virtual Orientation >

International Student Orientation

Are you an international student? International students have additional requirements and should plan to attend the RIT International Student Services (ISS) orientation in addition to other orientation events. Visit the ISS website and click on the New Students tab on the top left of the page for Pre-Arrival and ISS Orientation information.

RIT International Student Services >