Welcoming Ceremony for Freshmen
New students at Oberlin College can expect a mix of virtual and in-person activities as part of the summer orientation program, designed to help them make a successful academic and social transition.
The virtual pre-orientation session on student employment is scheduled for August 13, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. and requires registration. However, further details about other remote components of the orientation program have yet to be specified.
Parent orientation concludes in late August 2025, aligning with the start of new student orientation. Although the exact end dates are not detailed, orientation is generally held in late August before the academic year begins.
Certain programs, such as Athletics and Bonner, may require students to arrive earlier than the general student body. All students are expected to move in on Friday, August 22.
The purpose of the Oberlin Orientation Program is to provide essential information and connect students with members of the community. In-person activities will commence from mid-August, offering students the opportunity to interact with their peers and faculty.
Given the limited specificity in the public calendar, those seeking exact concluding dates or more details on virtual events are advised to contact Oberlin's admissions or student services directly.
The Oberlin Orientation Program emphasizes education-and-self-development, setting students on a path for lifelong-learning, as they gain essential information and connect with members of the community. The in-person activities, starting from mid-August, are designed to facilitate learning through interactive sessions with peers and faculty.
