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Orientation
First-Year Student Orientation Information
We are excited to officially welcome you into the Class of 2025 at Curry College! The Orientation staff is working hard to create a comprehensive overnight program for all new students that will give you the tools to be successful at Curry College.
During the Orientation program, you will receive information on academics and student life while meeting other first year students and members of our faculty and staff communities. You will have the opportunity to stay overnight in one of our Residence Halls. Also during Orientation you will schedule fall courses and participate in fun and informative workshops that will prepare you for the transition to college.
You are expected to fully participate in all the programs during Orientation through the closing on Day Two. Please keep in mind that all college policies apply for the duration of the orientation program.
2021 First-Year Student Orientation Sessions:
- Please check back in the spring for summer 2021 Orientation dates
We hold three, one and a half day long Orientation sessions in June and a single day session in August. During your Orientation session, you will meet with faculty members, upper class students and administrators while becoming familiar with our many campus resources. Orientation is a great way to start your college experience and meet some of your new classmates!
Parents are also welcome to attend the first day of Orientation to learn more about the campus community. If you have any questions, please contact the First-Year Experience Office at fye@curry.edu.
2021 Related Sessions (see more information in accordion menu below):
- Transfer Student Orientation: TBD
- International Student Orientation: TBD
RSVP Today!
Once you have submitted your non-refundable enrollment deposit, you should sign up for one of the three summer Orientation sessions. To sign up for an Orientation session you will need to log in to the myCurry web portal and click the icon on the left hand side of your screen which reads "New Student Checklist". To access the web portal, you will need your username and password which was sent to you as part of your acceptance. If you are having trouble logging in or have misplaced your username & password you may contact the Admissions Office at 1-(800)-669-0686 or email adm@curry.edu.
Once you have signed up for an Orientation session you will receive a confirmation email to your Curry email account. It will be important to check your Curry account regularly as this is our main form of communication with our students. You can access your email by clicking on the email icon located on the left hand side of your web portal home page.
Important Information
NOTE: Student Orientation Schedules will be available in the spring of 2021.
What not to bring:
- Laptops
- Fans (the Residence Halls will be air conditioned)
- Please do not bring any valuables with you.
Writing and Math Assessment
Students must complete their Writing and Math Assessment by June 1 in order to select courses during Orientation. You can check your New Student Checklist on the myCurry portal to see if you have completed this assessment.
Writing Placement
At Curry College we believe you know your writing skills best and what you will need to be successful in your writing courses. When completing your Advising Survey in the New Student Checklist (located on the myCurry portal) you will be asked which Writing course you would like to enroll in for the Fall semester. There will be a description of each for you to read before making a choice. If you have any questions or would like to speak with someone before making a choice please email writingprogram@curry.edu and we will be happy to help you.
More information about the Math Assessment (Login with your myCurry portal credentials). For questions related to the Math Assessment email Nancy Gallagher at ngallagher@curry.edu.
If you have any other questions, please contact us at fye@curry.edu or call Student Affairs at 617-333-2256. We look forward to seeing you in June!
NOTE: Family Orientation Schedules will be available in the spring of 2021.
Family Orientation is a separate, one-day program from the student orientation in June. This program is an opportunity for families to address the questions and needs they may be facing as they prepare for their student to become a Curry College student. The program runs from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Families will attend informational sessions about the transition their student and family will be facing within the upcoming year. The program also explores the resources Curry provides to create a positive experience for students both in and out of the classroom.
Participation is encouraged. If you have any questions, please contact us at fye@curry.edu. We look forward to seeing you soon!
We are excited to officially welcome you into the Curry College community! The Orientation staff has worked hard to create a comprehensive one-day program for transfer students that will give you the tools to be successful at Curry College.
During the Orientation program, you will receive information on academics and student life while meeting other transfer students and members of our faculty and staff communities. Also during Orientation you will receive information about courses and participate in fun and informative workshops that will prepare you for the transition to Curry College.
During your Orientation session, you will meet with faculty members, upper class students and administrators while becoming familiar with our many campus resources. Orientation is a great way to start your Curry College experience and meet some of your new classmates!
- NOTE: Student and Family Transfer Orientation Schedules and Dates will be available in the spring of 2021.
Parents are also welcome to attend the Transfer Student Orientation to learn more about the campus community. If you have any questions, please contact the First-Year Experience Office at fye@curry.edu.
RSVP Today!
Once you have submitted your non-refundable enrollment deposit, you should sign up for the Transfer Orientation session. To sign up for an Orientation session you will need to log in to the myCurry web portal and click the icon on the left hand side of your screen which reads "New Student Checklist". To access the web portal, you will need your username and password which was sent to you as part of your acceptance. If you are having trouble logging in or have misplaced your username & password you may contact the Admissions Office at 1-(800)-669-0686 or email adm@curry.edu.
Once you have signed up for an Orientation session you will receive a confirmation email to your Curry email account. It will be important to check your Curry account regularly as this is our main form of communication with our students. You can access your email by clicking on the email icon located on the left hand side of your web portal home page.
The next International Student Orientation will take place in the summer of 2021 - Date TBD.
During the two-day Orientation program, you will receive information on academics and student life while connecting with other international students and members of the Curry College community.
There will also be sessions for parents and/or families to participate in throughout the two days. These sessions will provide an opportunity to meet members of the Curry College community at large and specific departments that will be essential to your students’ success.
NOTE: International Student Orientation Dates and Registration will be available in the spring of 2021.
Parking
All cars will be directed to the Student Center Parking Lot to check-in. Students are permitted to leave their cars on campus overnight while attending Summer Orientation.
If a student is traveling from a distance and requires overnight accommodations the night before Orientation, please contact us as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please contact us at fye@curry.edu. We look forward to seeing you in the summer!