This guide to getting started at Hope College is your go-to resource for deadlines, to-do’s and everything you need to be ready for the fall semester. It will walk you through key dates, housing information, orientation details and more.

Throughout the summer, you will receive weekly emails that go into greater detail about everything presented here. Make sure you are checking your Hope College email!

Summer Timeline

May 20, 2025

Class registration survey sent to your 1Hope email address

June 13, 2025

Housing application, including your Meal Plan selection, is due in your Housing Portal

June 18, 2025

Class registration survey is due

July 1, 2025

Deadline to waive or enroll in Hope’s health insurance through the Wellfleet portal

Deadline to submit your health history, TB questionnaire and immunization record through your Health Center Patient Portal

July 1, 2025

Registration opens for Orientation

July 7, 2025

Emails will be sent to both students and guardians about how to access your e-bill

July 15, 2025

Course schedules will be available in your plus.hope.edu account

August 1, 2025

Clifton Strengths assessment and My Academic Advisor survey are both due

August 21–23, 2025

Family Orientation

August 21–24, 2025

New Student Orientation

August 25, 2025

First day of classes!