2026 Orientation Schedule

Welcome to Pomona College!

There will be a short online orientation in July 2026 with times and sessions to be determined.

Move-in for the Class of 2030 and Fall 2026 transfers is Saturday, August 22, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. PDT. 

New international students will arrive on Wednesday, August 19.

New Fall athletes arrive prior to August 22 but that is determined by individual coaches and seasons schedules. Please do not make travel arrangements until you have received information from your coach.

Students may not arrive prior to their assigned dates.

All medical records must be submitted and approved in order to receive your key. In addition, all first-years must have completed all required online training modules. (Information will be shared through Three Things emails.)

If you have questions, please email Orientation@pomona.edu beginning on May 1, 2026.

Schedule is subject to change.

 

Wednesday, August 19

New International Student Move-In 

 

Thursday, August 20 - Friday, August 21 

New International Student Orientation

 

Saturday, August 22

Move-In - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. PDT 
Family Lunch in Frank Dining Hall - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Family Orientation - 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Student Connections - 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Class of 2030 and Fall 2026 Transfer photos - 4:30 p.m.
Sweet Send-Off for New Students and Families - 5:00 p.m.
Through the Gates - 5:30 p.m.
New Student Orientation Begins - 6:00 p.m.
Family Farewell Reception - 6:00 p.m.

 

Sunday, August 23

New Student Orientation - All Day
Orientation Adventure Preparation - 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

 

Monday, August 24 - Wednesday, August 26

Orientation Adventure - All Day

 

Thursday, August 27 - Friday, August 28

Academic Orientation - All Day

 

Saturday, August 29

Student Affairs Orientation Sessions - All Day