We're excited for you to join the ACPHS close-knit community!
The Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’ orientation program welcomes new students and their families into the ACPHS community and supports their transition to college life. Through our academic and social orientation programming, students can explore and engage with the ACPHS community while preparing for their journey as future leaders in improving the health of our society.
What to expect during our Fall 2025 Orientation Program
Our four-day orientation program provides new first year and undergraduate transfer students with opportunities to meet peers, prepare for academic success and connect with key resources that will aid in their success at ACPHS, all while having fun! Our major themes for each day are detailed below.
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Day 1 | Welcome, Celebration, and Connection
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Day 2 | Academic and Personal Success
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Day 3 | Building Community On Campus
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Day 4 | Peer Connections and Making Space for Wellness
A finalized Fall 2025 Orientation schedule will be posted in June.
Entering as a new to ACPHS P1 or graduate student? Please review the Transition to ACPHS Orientation Program page for details on our P1 and graduate student specific orientation program.
Important Dates
New Student Move In | Thursday, August 21, 2025
New Student move in is for all incoming first year and undergraduate transfer students. Please check back in June for more information about Fall 2025 New Student Move In.
New Student Orientation | Thursday, August 21 – Sunday, August 24, 2025
Our new student orientation program is required for all incoming first year and undergraduate transfer students. The finalized Fall 2025 Orientation schedule will be posted in June.
First Day of Classes | Monday, August 25, 2025
Welcome Week 2025 | Monday, August 25, 2025 – Sunday, August 31, 2025
From signature campus events like the Fall Student Engagement Fair to fun pop ups including food trucks and DIYs, Welcome Week 2025 is sure to kick off your semester in the best way!
Information for Parents and Supporters
Our ACPHS Parent and Supporter Orientation offers new ACPHS parent and supporters the opportunity to connect with the offices and resources that will be supporting your student throughout their ACPHS journey.