Division of Student Success
June 2026
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Dear parents and families,
I hope you are enjoying all that the summer brings. In just a couple of months, WashU will become your student’s home away from home! We know this transition can be challenging for families too. Don’t worry. Our mission in the Division of Student Success is to give your student the resources they need to thrive!
There are many ways that you can continue to feel connected as your student navigates this new chapter of life:
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The Incoming Families Guide includes important dates and move-in information, but also gives you a glimpse into what your student’s life will be like at WashU.
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Parent & Family Orientation is Friday, August 14-Sunday, August 16. It is designed to help families understand the student experience, campus resources and ways to support your student’s transition into university life. Registration opens in July.
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This summer, I encourage you to join us for our Family Webinar Series to answer your questions on everything you need to know about moving your student to WashU.
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We are ready! I cannot wait to meet your student in just a couple of months!
Warmly,
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Remind your student to use the BYA Checklist |
Be sure your student knows about the Before Your Arrive (BYA) Checklist. It lists important steps and requirements by month to keep your student on track for coming to campus.
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Parent & Family Orientation set for Aug. 14-16 |
Parent & Family Orientation (PFO) will take place from August 14-16. All programming ends by 4 p.m. CDT on August 16.
RSVP for Parent & Family Orientation opens July 1 and closes July 26 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. To register guests for PFO, students must login to their Housing Portal and select the "Move-in Day Guest Registration" form. They should enter the names of all guests who will attend move-in. This will also register them for PFO.
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The Family Webinar Series is designed to keep families informed and connected about all things WashU. We know families play an essential role in student success, so each webinar is thoughtfully structured around the questions you may be asking, now and in the months ahead. Mark your calendars for these upcoming sessions as you prepare your student to move to campus. Advanced registration is required for the live webinars.
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Move-in Day and Orientation |
We're excited to welcome you and your student to campus in August! Move-in Day is Friday, August 14 and Saturday, August 15*. Students will select their assigned move-in date and time in early July, after receiving their housing assignment. Orientation is Saturday, August 15 through Saturday, August 22.
*International Student Move-in Day is August 13. Fall varsity athletes have different arrival dates; have your student check with their head coach for more information.
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Communication from academic divisions |
Have your student check their WashU email account several times a week for important messages from their academic division. They will receive details about course registration and how to connect with their academic advisor. They also may be asked to complete important forms.
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Update your family email address |
To ensure you and other family members receive university announcements, including Family Ties, make sure your student checks that their "Friends and Family Contacts" are updated in Workday.
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A note from Financial Services about student accounts |
Review this important information about accessing balances and making payments. Note that friends and family should use the Friends and Family Login to access online payment options. Students will first need to set up the additional person and grant permission to them to make a payment, view account activity, and view student statements. Follow these steps when setting up Friends and Family and managing permissions.
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| Family Webinar Series: A conversation about Immigration and Move-in for International Students |
June 3, 2026, 8-9 a.m. CDT | Zoom
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RSVP for Parent & Family Orientation opens July 1 and closes July 26 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. To register guests for PFO, students must login to their Housing Portal and select the "Move-in Day Guest Registration" form. They should enter the names of all guests who will attend move-in. This will also register them for PFO.
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| Move-in date and time selection opens |
First-year students can select their move-in date and time via the Housing Portal.
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Family Webinar Series: A conversation about Workday Student |
July 15, 2026, 1 p.m. CDT | Zoom
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Parents and family members are invited to join the Workday team to learn more about Workday, our student information system. Advanced registration required.
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| July 26, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CDT
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RSVP for Parent & Family Orientation opens July 1 and closes July 26 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. To register guests for PFO, students must login to their Housing Portal and select the "Move-in Day Guest Registration" form. They should enter the names of all guests who will attend move-in. This will also register them for PFO.
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During Orientation, students will have the opportunity to participate in “In the Lou,” a program designed to help them explore St. Louis and immerse themselves in its rich culture. To participate, a waiver must be completed.
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Family Webinar Series: A conversation about Orientation and Move-in |
August 5, 2026, 1 p.m. CDT | Zoom
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Parents and family members are invited to join the Student Transitions & Engagement and Residential Life teams to learn more about moving to campus and our student Orientation line-up. Advanced registration required.
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International First-year Student Move-in provides dedicated arrival support, including early residence hall check-in and airport shuttles, to help new international students smoothly transition to campus life.
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| Move-in marks the start of life at WashU. Plan ahead for arrival times, unloading and residence hall check-in as your student settles into their new home.
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Parent & Family Orientation is where families can connect with WashU staff, learn more about campus resources, and prepare for the transition alongside their student during this exciting first weekend on campus.
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| New Student Orientation introduces students to life on campus, academic resources and community expectations as they begin their WashU experience.
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| August 24, 2026 | Danforth University Center & McLeod Walkway
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Students can join the Division of Student Success for First Day photos.
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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