Here's a general schedule for your first day at Cornell!

Some helpful links as you navigate campus:

We highly recommend that students, parents, and guardians attend the 2:00 p.m. Convocation in Bailey Hall. If your parents or guardians are not able to make it to Cornell, they can watch the live stream.

9:00–Noon
Move in
Follow signs to A-Lot parking and then proceed to Robert Purcell Community Center (RPCC). At RPCC, students will receive a room key, Cornell ID card, and Cornell swag and submit any outstanding forms. They'll also meet with nurse Jada Torney to review health forms and drop off all over-the-counter and/or prescription medication. From there, they'll proceed to their residence hall to move in.
NOTE: Only Precollege students will be allowed in residence halls. Parents and guardians are invited to enjoy refreshments at the welcome tent (weather permitting) during this time.
A-Lot parking (off Pleasant Grove Road), Robert Purcell Community Center, and North Campus residence halls
11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Free time: Explore campus and have lunch
Students can use their Cornell ID card at the dining halls and on-campus cafes. Meal Plan begins at lunch. Parents/guardians may buy lunch with a debit/credit card (no cash).
Morrison Dining, on-campus cafe, or off-campus restaurant
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Convocation
The Dean of Cornell’s School of Continuing Education, instructors, the Residential Director, and residential staff members will welcome students, parents, and guardians to the program and share important information.
Bailey Hall
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Formal student sign-in and goodbyes
Students formally sign in and say goodbyes to parents and guardians outside the residence halls. NOTE: Only Precollege students are allowed in residence halls.
North Campus residence halls

First Evening Schedule for Students

4:00–9:00 p.m.
Group meetings, dinner, and icebreakers
Students will participate in group meetings with their Residential Counselor (RC), enjoy dinner with their RC group, and start getting to know one another.
North Campus residence halls and Morrison Dining
9:00–11:00 p.m.
Dorm time / lights out
Students turning in early must inform their RC.
North Campus residence halls