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Summer Orientation

Welcome Class of 2027. We've designed your summer orientation experience to get you started on your Pirate journey. You will have the opportunity to register for your fall classes, get to know more about academic life at Seton Hall, engage with classmates, faculty, and mentors -- as well as get answers to many of the questions you might have.
Pirate Adventure

New Student Orientation

All students can attend any two-day orientation from the dates below. If you are unable to make your scheduled date due to a conflict, please e-mail [email protected]. Students can access the New Student Orientation chicklet in PirateNet to RSVP for Orientation.

2023 Orientation Dates

Orientation 1: June 14-15
Orientation 2: June 20-21
Orientation 3: June 26-27 (Suggested for Nursing students)
Orientation 4: June 29-30


Daily Schedule

Day 1

8:30 a.m.
Housing Check-in - Cabrini Hall
Orientation Check-in - Bethany Hall

10:00 a.m.
Welcome to Seton Hall (Students & Parents) - Bethany Hall, BC

10:30 a.m
Parent & Family Panel - Bethany Hall, A
Resource Fair - Bethany, A

10:45 a.m.
Session Rotations: Students will attend afternoon sessions in assigned groups.  See your folder received at Check-in for your group assignment.

Lunch
Enjoy lunch with your Orientation Leader and peer group.
University Center, Pirate Dining Room
Registration
It’s time to register for classes for the Fall semester.
Assigned Classrooms
Campus Ministry
Find out about all the opportunities available to you through Campus Ministry.
University Center, Event Room
Orientation Leader Connections
Get to know more about your new home at Seton Hall with your Orientation Leader
Assigned Locations

4:00 p.m.
Mass - Univerisity Center, Event Room

6:00 p.m.
Dinner with your Orientation Leader - University Center, Pirate Dining Room

7:00 p.m.
Inside Scoop: Get Involved! - University Center, Pirate Dining Room
Get the scoop on getting involved with Campus Partners and ice cream.

8:15 p.m.
Pirates' Treasure Game Show - University Center, Event Room
Trivia game show, great prizes & guaranteed fun!  Hosted by the Student Activities Board.

Day 2

* June 27 - Nursing and Health and Medical Science majors will be shuttled to the Interprofessional Health Services (IHS) campus at 9 a.m.

8:30 a.m
Breakfast with your Orientation Leader - University Center, Pirate Dining Room

9:45 a.m. 
Academic Sessions - Various locations
Meet with Deans and Faculty from your major.

12:00 p.m.
Check out of Housing - Cabrini Hall
For your convenience University Offices/Services will be open through Day 2 until 1:00pm. .

Note: All students are required to attend Welcome Weekend in August.

Transfer Student Orientation

Monday, August 14th - Bethany Hall
Hybrid – in-person event with an online component for out-of-state students

Note: All students are required to attend Welcome Weekend in August.

Things To Do Before Orientation

  • Placement Testing: When you log in to PirateNet to confirm your attendance, you will see the tests you will be required to take. Each test has a link to the online testing. Placement Testing must be completed by June 1 in order to register during orientation. For general questions, please email [email protected].
  • ID Photo Upload: Campus ID is utilizing online photo submission for ID. Students have received the email invite from [email protected]. Please follow the instructions in the email to upload their ID photo. ID cards for successfully uploaded photos will be distributed at New Student Orientation.
  • Visit the New Student Checklist for a list of things you can do to prepare over the Summer.

What to Expect at Orientation

  • Opportunity to hear directly from Administrators and Faculty in your program
  • Register for fall classes with the help of an Academic Success Advisor
  • Meet with Orientation Leaders, upperclassmen students, who will be with you step by step your first year
  • Chance to connect with fellow classmates and university department
  • Have FUN!

The morning of orientation you can begin checking into the residence halls at 8:30 a.m. outside of The Complex to drop your things and get settled before joining us in Bethany Hall at 10a.m. for the official Welcome.

View the June 2023 Daily Schedule for an overview of the 2-day Orientation.

What to Pack

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Sweatshirt/Light Jacket
  • Twin XL Sheets
  • Blanket and pillow
  • Towels
  • Toiletries- EVERYTHING (hair brush, shampoo, toothpaste, makeup, face wash, soap, toothbrush)
  • Phone Chargers

Summer Virtual Resource Workshops

Seton Hall University's is excited to offer a series of virtual resource workshops this summer. These workshops will get you acclimated to life at Seton Hall and introduce you to key departments, procedures and resources that we have to offer. Workshops will be offered most Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. (E.S.T). Click here to view the workshop offerings.

For Parents

Information for parents regarding Financial Aid, Health Forms, and more »

More on Orientation

For more information on Orientation at Seton Hall, click here »

 

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