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Student Transition Engagement Programs

For New Students

Congratulations on your decision to join us at William & Mary! We encourage you to explore all that lies ahead as a new student joining our community.

The Spring 2025 Tribe Guide for new students and their supporters is now available!
Before You Arrive

You can review a full list of new student requirements or attend a virtual welcome event in your geographic area to start getting to know campus and your forever friends even earlier! And then make sure to follow your Tribe Guide Checklist so all your to-do's become all-done's. 

When You Arrive

When you arrive for Orientation, be ready because we are going to take you right up until the First Day of Classes. We can't wait to help you Find Your Experience here at W&M!

Who comes here belongs here.

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  • Before You Arrive

    We warmly welcome you and your supporters to the university community!

  • Tribe Guide

    Your one-stop online source for all you need to do before your campus arrival.

  • Orientation

    Five days of community building, faculty presentations, making memories, and having lots of fun!

  • Convocation

    Your official welcome to the university held at sunset on the first day of fall classes.

  • Find Your Experience

    We encourage you to explore and find your unique university experience.

Get the Inside Scoop

It may seem challenging to understand the local lingo used by the William & Mary community, but we have you covered. Find lists of terms that you will hear frequently during your time here.

Learn W&M Jargon