Getting College-Ready
GETTing College Ready
GETTing College Ready is the virtual summer engagement series for new Gettysburg College students. These events, held virtually, are for incoming First-Year students, transfer students, and their families to learn more about the transition to Gettysburg College, ask questions about upcoming deadlines and processes, and get acquainted with the offices, programs, and opportunities that are available to new students. Attending these sessions is one of the best ways to prepare for the transition to college!
Sessions will begin in mid-May and run through early August 2026. Please monitor this page for session information and registration links. Invitations will also be sent via email.
Schedule
To learn more about a session, click “register here” to see the session description. Once a session has happened, resources from the session will be posted, replacing the respective registration link.
| Session | Date | Time | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction & Dashboard | May 13 | 7pm | Resources |
| Accommodations Process | May 19 | 7pm | Resources |
| Open Drop-In Hours: Come with Questions! | May 28 | 2:30 - 4:30pm | |
| Starting College Strong: Navigating the Unknown and Supporting Students' Success, Wellness, and Safety | June 3 | 7pm | Resources |
| Understanding Financial Aid & Billing | June 10 | 7pm | Resources |
| International Student Services Meet & Greet | June 12 | 10am | |
| Course Registration - Part 1 | June 15 | 7pm | Resources |
| Guided Pathways and Co-Curricular Advising | June 23 | 7pm | Resources |
| Mosaic Pre-Orientation and ASCENT Info Session | June 29 | 7pm | Resources |
| International Student Panel - Transitioning to Life in the U.S. | June 30 | 10am | |
| Residential Experience | July 8 | 7pm | Resources |
| Course Registration Part 2 | July 13 | 7pm | Resources |
| Student Employment | July 20 | 7pm | Resources |
| Life Outside the Classroom: Social Life and Campus Activities | July 29 | 7pm | Resources |
| International Students - Preparing for Your U.S. Arrival | July 30 | 10am | Resources |
| Countdown to Arrival- Move-In, Orientation, Logistics, and more! | August 5 | 7pm | Resources |
Once you have clicked on the “View Recordings” box , please scroll down to see the full list of recordings
Resources
General
- Orientation Schedule: Orientation is required for all new students and will take place from August 19-23.
- New Student Move-In Information
- US News & World Report’s U.S. Higher Education Glossary: Click to learn more about higher education terminology.
- Student Accessibility and Accommodations: Click to read more about our accommodations request process.
- Gettysburg Glossary: Click to learn Gettysburg College lingo.
Academic
- First Year Advising and Registration Guide: The First Year Advising and Registration Guide is designed to assist you in selecting your first semester classes at Gettysburg College. It is expected that you have read this page in its entirety prior to meeting with your Summer Advisor.
- Understanding the Curriculum: Click to learn more about the components and requirements of the curriculum.
- Major and Minor Check Sheets: Click to view the required courses for each major and minor.
- 2026-27 Academic Calendar
Residence Halls and Packing
- First-Year Living
- First-Year Residence Hall information
- Packing for College
- Prohibited Items
- Living with a Roommate
Financial Aid & Billing
- Please view the resources page from the “Understanding Financial Aid & Billing” session, which is linked in the schedule above.
Logistical
- Transportation/Shuttles: Click to learn more about shuttles and transportation services to and from Gettysburg.
- Post Office/Mail: Click to learn more about sending and receiving mail on campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Dashboard is in 4 phases.
Phase 1- opens May 6, closes June 2 (introduction)
Phase 2- opens June 2, closes June 23 (academic planning)
Phase 3- opens July 6, closes July 17 (housing and co-curricular experiences)
Phase 4- opens July 27, closes August 19 (pre-arrival online orientation modules)
The week of July 13- check your registration time in Campus Experience
Review the First Year Advising and Registration Guide and the links included in the guide. Attend the GETTing College Ready sessions (parts 1 and 2) about course registration.
Students will do the housing portion of the Dashboard in July; it is open from July 6-17. Housing assignments will be shared in late July.
Check out our packing list! We will talk in more depth about residential living in our Residential Experience Zoom session in early July.
Student Accounts has a full calendar for the year, but the fall semester bill is generally issued in mid-June and due on the first business day of August.
Students should indicate in phase 1 of the Dashboard that they are interested in seeking accommodations. This will prompt Dean Theresa Hoover, Associate Dean of Student Accessibility, to contact the student to set up a virtual meeting in early June. In this meeting, she reviews the accommodations process and what paperwork is required.
- Sign up for Campus ESP! This portal helps families stay engaged and informed.
- Visit the Parents and Families webpage for links to common topics of interest.
- Attend GETTing College Ready sessions!
- Read the “Resources for Families” from Counseling and Wellness Services
- Read your email regularly to stay up to date on to-do items and communications.
- The most significant responsibilities a new student has are to complete each phase of the Dashboard and register for courses.
- We also encourage students and families to attend our GETTing College Ready sessions.
- Lastly, we encourage students to work on building independent living habits (doing laundry, maintaining a daily schedule, getting comfortable making phone calls or sending emails if you have questions, etc.).
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