Transfer
You might not be new to college, but you’re new to Purchase and we couldn’t be happier!
Now what?
There is an entire team of faculty and staff ready to assist in your transition to Purchase College. Whether that is to help you adjust to a new campus, navigate different buildings, or meet new people, we’re here! During your first few days at Purchase, there are some pretty important items for you to check off your “to-do list.”
We encourage all learners - face-to-face and remote, to attend one of the Orientation sessions. Though held on two different dates, the programs will be the same and will include information regarding:
- Your transition to Purchase College
- Navigating Purchase and all of it’s auxiliary services
- Safety, security and Title IX information
- Discussions with current Purchase students
- There will also be opportunities to meet other new transfer students
Submit Your ID Photo
Picture this: submitting your ID card photo before you even come to campus so that you have the first photo you actually like on an ID.
For new students coming to our college, you can use the GET Mobile app or the GET website to submit your own photo.
Pre-Orientation Institute
Wednesday, June 26 at 6:00pm EST.
This virtual experience is optional, but recommended for students and their family members who need
or want specific information on:
- Counseling & Behavioral Health Services
- Office of Disability Resources
- Student Financial Services
- Academic Advising & Class Registration
- Campus Housing
Register for Pre-Orientation Institute
Summer Orientation 2025
Summer orientation will be July 17th for Transfer students. You’ll attend a single day, and registration will begin in early June.
*Transfers are strongly encouraged to attend Orientation on July 17th. If you can’t attend on the 17th you are welcome to come to any other date. *
Commuter Student Attendance
All commuter students are encouraged to come to campus before or after the Orientation program in order to “take care of business” or visit any campus offices. For a full list of offices, their locations, and hours, please visit our Offices and Services page.
For more information, check out the Orientation page.
Interested in Living on Campus?
Campus housing intentionally designed to create an environment that is inclusive, academically focused, and looks to bridge the connections between the students and the Purchase community. We even have specific resident assistants (RAs) who work closely with the Orientation program and create targeted programs for transfer students.
To learn more about Living on Campus, check out our buildings and residential experience. Information regarding the 2021 Housing Process is now posted.
Resident Student Move-In Procedures
Resident students will be able to move into their respective housing placements prior to the first day of classes. All resident students will receive additional information from The Office of Community Engagement regarding moving in to their housing assignment on their assigned day.
Let’s Sign Up for Classes!
You will receive email communication from the Advising Center regarding your registration process and how to sign up for the best courses for your academic area of study.
Just as a reminder…
- Fall 2025 classes will begin on Monday, August 25, 2025
