New Student Orientation Guide
Congratulations
Congratulations on your upcoming high school graduation and your decision to attend Rensselaer! We are excited to welcome you to the Rensselaer community and the Class of 2028/9!
Important Dates
Important Dates 2024
April
You can expect a detailed email from FYE on next steps including setting up your RPI email. If you deposit in mid-April or later, you can expect your email 5-7 days after you deposit. Information about NRB overnight trips will also be available mid-month.
May
You can expect a physical mailer from FYE with more information about the summer, overnight trips, and moving in. Email communication will go to the student's RPI email and students will have the opportunity to add parent contacts as well.
June
Start completing your summer to-do list items. An electronic and a printable version of this will be made available to you in May.
July
Advising consultation webinars and class registration will occur. More details will go to your RPI email.
August 20
Move-in for those attending NRB Overnight Trips.
August 23
Move-in for all remaining first-year students. Please note: Fall athletics or ROTC participation can also impact your move-in date. Your coach or officer will be in touch about this.
August 24
Orientation for all new students and families. Plan on a full day of sessions and activities in a conference style format.
August 25-August 27
Navigating Rensselaer & Beyond Program.
August 28
Classes Begin, "Beyond" Programs Continue, a full schedule will be provided of all upcoming event opportunities.
October 18-20
Family Weekend. You can expect registration information in mid-September.
Parents and Families
We understand this is a transition for the whole family. No matter who will be supporting your student on their Rensselaer journey, we want you to feel supported and connected to Rensselaer. Emails regarding any next steps, housing, class registration, etc. will go directly to the student.
For information regarding receiving copies of your student's electronic bill (e-bill) see here.
Contact Us
Reach out to us
General and Orientation
fye@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6864
Parents
parents@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6864
Student Living and Learning (Housing)
reslife@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6284
Financial Aid
finaid@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6813
Dining
dining@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6277
Health
healthcenter@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6287
Counseling
counseling@rpi.edu | (518) 276-6479
Disability Student Services
dss@rpi.edu | (518) 276-8197
Public Safety Non-Emergency Line
(518) 276-6656