Welcome to Saint Mary's!
Your first days of college are almost here! Before you know it, it will be time to move in, meet new friends, and start classes. In the meantime, there are a few things to get yourself ready for those first days on campus. This page is here to help you navigate the process from registration, to move-in — and prepare you to start classes on August 10. In between those milestones, you'll need to meet with your academic advisor, select a room, sign up for sneak previews, and attend orientations. Each of these steps are broken down on this page and we will contiue to make updates with new resources, links, and FAQs as they become availabe.
Get Your Bearings
It's normal to feel a little overwhelmed about your first year of college but not to worry. We have a few ways for you to learn more about campus, what to expect, and what to do next. Here are some events to help you get ready.
Sneak Preview Days
There are three virtual Sneak Preview Days this summer that will help you get a look at what life will be like as a Belle. The online experience is open to both you and your family as we take time to discuss housing, dining, campus life, academics and more. The events are completely optional but you do need to register. Sign ups end on Monday, June 22 so register today!
Summer Orientation
We're excited to launch our new online orientation experience with Go2Orientation! All students and parents can engage in this comprehensive orientation platform that will provide incredible resources for you both. Watch for more information as we launch on July 13.
Fall Orientation
Belles Beginnings is our traditional, new-student orientation for students and parents during move in. With planned changes to stagger the move-in process for safe social distancing, Belles Beginnings will look a little different this year. Parents and students will attend small sessions based on their two-hour move in schedule that will take place over the first few days. Following the conclusion of each parent/family program, students will continue together in orientation through the start of classes. Even with these new challenges, we are dedicated to make this transition smooth, informative, and fun and cannot wait to have all our new Belles finally join us on campus in August.
Your Summer To Do List
June
15–22
Academic Advising
In June, you will meet with your summer advisor to speak about course selection. You will be able to register for classes online at the end of June after speaking with your advisor. Placement Testing must be completed before academic advising can occur. Be sure to check out the Academic Guide for First-Year Students.
June
17–18
Room Selection
Students received an email on June 10th with their lottery date/time for your specific room selection. That is how you will know on which day and at what time you will be able to select a room. Make sure to familiarize yourself with eRezLife before your selection day/time! You can also download this helpful guide to navigate the process.
June
22
Sneak Preview Day
Join us to get a sneak preview of life as a Belle. This FREE program will offer information that will prepare you for your arrival on campus in August. This year these will be presented in a VIRTUAL format. Note: This program is not mandatory but you must sign up in advance. REGISTRATION CLOSED for this session but you can still join others!
June
23–24
First-Year Registration Days
It's time to select your classes! Students may register at their assigned date and time or any time after that until July 1. If you're looking for your assigned time, refer back to the email received on June 1st entitled "Advising and Registration Information". Your advisor can also provide assigned dates and times during your advising sessions prior to registration.
June
26
Sneak Preview Day
Join us to get a sneak preview of life as a Belle. This FREE program will offer information that will prepare you for your arrival on campus in August. This year these will be presented in a VIRTUAL format. Note: This program is not mandatory but you must sign up in advance. Registration for this session ends on Friday, June 19!
June
29
Sneak Preview Day
Join us to get a sneak preview of life as a Belle. This FREE program will offer information that will prepare you for your arrival on campus in August. This year these will be presented in a VIRTUAL format. Note: This program is not mandatory but you must sign up in advance. Registration for this session ends on Monday, June 22!
July
1
DEADLINE: Financial Aid
Students should log into the financial aid portal and either accept or decline their offers of Federal Direct Loans and Federal Work Study. All other information about the next steps can be found in the “award brochure” which has been mailed out with final award letters and also can be found on the Financial Aid Portal.
July
2
Schedule Changes
It happens. . .You may find that you need to change your classes. For any changes to your class schedule made after July 1st, you will need to contact Student Academic Services at advising@saintmarys.edu.
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Jul
13
Go2Orientation — Summer Orientation
NEW THIS YEAR! This summer we are offering all of our first year students and parents the opportunity to engage in this brand new online orientation platform. This experience will provide an information gateway and resource to start setting the groundwork for connections and opportunities students will have on campus. Check back for links and more details regarding Student and Parent Platforms on July 13.
July
18
Find Work
Want to work on campus? Begin searching and applying for available jobs and then watch for an email on July 17 that will include log-in information. Please note: students should not wait until they move on campus to begin applying for jobs!
Aug
5–7
Move In!
All students will be asked to sign up for a day and two-hour time frame to come to campus to move in — essentially, a move-in appointment. You will only be permitted to move into your residence hall during the day and two-hour time slot you signed up for, so please plan accordingly. You may not sign up for more than one time slot. **Please note that each student may bring two additional people to assist them with their move-in. Only the student and two people to assist will be permitted to enter the residence hall.
We plan to send an email to you the week of June 22 with information on how to select your day and time for move-in, so be on the lookout for that email!
Aug
7
DUE DATE: Tuition & Fees
All tuition and fees are due on August 7. Please log in to the Student Account Portal to see options for payments.
Aug
10
First Day of Classes
It will be here before you know it! Mark this date on your calendar as your college experience is about to begin! Welcome to Saint Mary's!
