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New Students

Welcome to ESF! We’re so happy that you’re joining us as a Mighty Oak for Fall 2025! 

These pages contain everything you need to know and do to prepare for arrival.

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Orientation

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New Student Checklist

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Arrival and Move-In Details

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What You Need to Know

Are you a
Transfer Student?

New Transfer Student Details

Are you an International Student?

New International Student Details

Are you an
Online Student?

New Online Student Details

Are you a
Graduate Student?

Graduate Orientation Details

 

Communications

Miss any of our emails? No worries, we’re compiling them here as an easy reference.

  • July 22 — Meal plan details | Virtual sessions | Photo IDs | Immunizations | Important dates
  • July 15 — Academics | Departments | Academic resources
  • July 9 — Meet the orientation leaders | Student spotlight | Virtual info sessions
  • June 24 — Photo IDs | Immunization records | Fall ’25 playlist
  • June 10 — Math placement assessment | Photo IDs | Counseling center resource spotlight
  • June 3 — Account activation | Roomie information | Save the dates