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Welcome Transfer Students!

Welcome to orientation

Welcome to Stony Brook University!

All new transfer students at Stony Brook University will participate in a multi-part orientation. New Seawolf Orientation is required for all new transfer students and consists of Seawolf Foundations Online Orientation modules, participation in the advising and registration process, Seawolf Connections, a Living on Campus or Commuting to Campus Seawolf Information Session, and New Seawolf Welcome Week.

Seawolf Foundations Online Orientation focus on getting to know Stony Brook, including modules on academic readiness, financial responsibility and campus life. Part 1, modules 1 through 6, are available May 1, and due June 15. Part 2, modules 7 and 8, are available August 1, and due August 15.

Seawolf Connections connect you with your Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) and your new peers throughout the summer. You'll have an opportunity to ask important questions and learn more about your transition into Stony Brook University. You can sign up for a Seawolf Connection in your StartSBU Portal.

New Seawolf Welcome Week gets you acclimated to the University climate, culture, and community. New Seawolf Welcome Week takes place the week before the the first day of classes. Students who do not attend New Seawolf Welcome Week will automatically be enrolled in the Required Orientation Makeup Experience (ROME) course in the first few weeks of the semester. 

 

For additional details about your New Seawolf Orientation review the conent in the Summer Orientation or Winter Orientation tab!