First Year Information
We are excited for you to start your Westminster journey! Ready to begin planning? Find information below about new student forms and your New Student Checklist, Move-In Dates, and the New Student Week schedule!
Welcome to the Family!
New Student Forms
SOAR
Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration
At SOAR you will learn more about academic and student life opportunities at Westminster from members of the Westminster community. You will also have a one-on-one session with an academic advisor who will help you register for your fall classes.
Move-In and New Student Week
New Student Week will introduce incoming students to Academics and Student Life at Westminster College! Before fall classes begin for all students, new students will meet their peer mentors, begin their Westminster Seminar and Leader Within courses, and learn about campus programs and resources. New students will also explore student organizations and enjoy time with their new classmates during events like the annual Glow Party and Rock the Hill!
See the Fall 2023 schedule here.
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New Student Move-In - Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023. |
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New Student Check-In - Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., The Quad (Rain location: Mueller Student Center) |
Transfer Orientation
Your introduction to Westminster College will be filled with events and information specifically tailored to address your needs as an incoming transfer student, highlighted by Tuesday’s Blue Jay Orientation Day where you will learn about the resources, opportunities, and campus community you’re joining! Highlighted Activities on Tuesday and Wednesday are specifically for transfer students, but you are welcome to join us for any of the events on the schedule.
New Student Convocation
August 19, 2023
New Student Convocation is a beloved tradition at Westminster that officially marks the beginning of your individual journey at the College. As you pass through the historic Columns, you enter into a respected, time-honored tradition.
“What’s not to love? Small college, intimate classroom settings, deeply rooted history, and a dedicated team of faculty, staff, and friendly students. I love Westminster because I have truly been able to be myself and pursue what I want, being extremely successful in the process because of the support of this college.”
Ben Morrow, Class of 2021