Orientation

Welcome to Goshen College!

We are excited to help you begin your GC career and become more connected to campus. Orientation is designed for all new Goshen College students. Our goal is to ensure you have everything you need to register for classes and support a smooth transition to campus.

First day of Classes

  • Fall Start: Monday, August 31, 2026
  • Spring Start: Wednesday, January 13, 2027

 

Next Steps for New Students

  • Complete the New Student Checklist

    All new students complete several required forms and tasks before starting classes at GC. The New Student Checklist groups these items together. Find it in the app, or online.

  • Download the Orientation App

    Download the Yapp App to find up-to-date information on Orientation.

    This handy app will have everything you need, from important deadlines to tasks that need to be completed. This is your one-stop shop for everything orientation.

  • Attend New Student Orientation (NSO)

    August Starts: June 12 or June 13, 2026

    January Starts: January 12, 2027

  • Attend Leaf Launch

    August 27 – 30

    All fall-start students new to Goshen College participate in on-campus orientation before classes start.

    Important Dates

    Students starting Aug 2026Students starting Jan 2027

    • Jan 9 -- Forms to Complete go live

    • Mar 14 -- Admitted Students Day

    • June 12 -- New Student Orientation (NSO)

    • June 13 -- New Student Orientation (NSO)

    • Aug 27-30 -- Leaf Launch (Welcome Weekend)

    • Aug 31 -- First day of classes


    • Nov 9 - Dec 4 -- Registration

    • Dec 1 -- Deposit deadline

    • Dec 15 -- Spring bill due

    • Jan 12 -- Check-in & Move-in

    • Jan 12 -- New Student Orientation

    • Jan 13 -- First day of classes

    Questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]