Orientation

Arrive Early and Ease Into Life at Purchase

You’ll arrive on campus a few days before returning students for seminars, workshops, and educational and social programming led by faculty, staff, and peers.

• No special registration is required.
• Orientation attendance is mandatory.

Orientation will include additional programming for parents and guests on Wednesday, August 19.

We ask that you kindly consider the following:

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Students may bring two guests only.

Including parents, guardians, or others from their support system.

Additional guests beyond the two allotted will not be allowed to participate, including siblings who are minors.

Students are not required to bring a guest.

The Office of Disability Resources coordinates academic adjustments and auxiliary aids and services for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to all programs, services, and activities at Purchase College.

Questions about this process? Call or email the Office of Disability Resources directly: (914) 251-6035, odr@purchase.edu.

If you’re a First-Year student as well as a member of another cohort, such as EOP, ACE, athletes, or more, check out our Community Cohorts page for specific information pertaining to your group.

Community Cohorts

Submit your ID card photo before you come to campus to be sure you have an ID photo you actually like!

Use the GET Mobile app or the GET website to submit your own photo.

SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO

Visit the Health Services website to learn more about the necessary forms you’ll need to submit before you can begin attending classes.

Health Requirements

All incoming freshman students will receive a copy of the shared Common Read book. The 2026 Common Read will be announced shortly. 

On Friday, August 21, all first-year students will participate in common read discussions led by faculty. 

Check back soon for additional Common Read information.