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You are on to something amazing.
Orientation is a series of events, activities, and opportunities developed to assist you and your family transition to life at RIT. We help you establish a place within the RIT community, build community, and connect you with campus resources before classes even start.
You are on to something amazing.
Orientation is a series of events, activities, and opportunities developed to assist you and your family transition to life at RIT. We help you establish a place within the RIT community, build community, and connect you with campus resources before classes even start.
Tiger Walk and Fall Convocation for New Students
Thursday August 22, 2024 at 9:30 a.m.

Welcome Days
Aug. 17-18, 2025
During Welcome Days, you'll move into your campus residence (if applicable), check in for orientation, and participate in resource fairs and presentations alongside your family.

Family Orientation
Aug. 17-18, 2025
Activities to welcome parents and families to the RIT community will take place during RIT’s Welcome Days.

New Student Orientation
Aug. 19-24, 2025
Your formal Orientation experience will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 19, and will continue through Sunday, Aug. 24.
15:1
Student to Orientation Leader ratio
200+
Programs and events for you and your family
3K+
New Tigers this fall
300+
Student clubs and organizations at RIT