Division of Student Affairs
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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 Student Affairs is to give your student the resources they need to thrive!
We offer many ways that you can continue to feel connected, even as your student navigates this new chapter of life. We have an Incoming Families Guide that not only includes important dates and move-in information, but also gives you a glimpse into what your student’s life will be like at WashU. We also have an orientation especially for parents and families during move-in weekend and a Family Webinar series this summer to answer your questions.
We are ready! I can’t wait to meet your student in just a couple of months!
Warmly,
Anna “Dr. G” Gonzalez
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
@akgonzal327
@washustudentaffairs
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Important dates and deadlines |
- July 7, 1 p.m. CT: Move-in time slot selection begins
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July 9, 9 a.m. CT: Class of 2029 course registration begins
- July 28, noon CT: Deadline to RSVP for Parent & Family Orientation
- August 15 and 16: Class of 2029 move-in
- International student move-in will occur on August 13
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Fall varsity athletes have different arrival dates; please check with your head coach for more information
- August 16-23: Fall Welcome
- August 25: First day of classes
- September 1: Labor Day (no classes)
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September 5: Deadline for your student to complete the Student Health Insurance Plan waiver
- October 4-7: Fall Break (No classes)
- November 26-30: Thanksgiving Break (no classes)
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December 5: Last day of classes
- December 8-17: Reading period and final exams
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Parent & Family Orientation |
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Each month this summer, there are important items your student needs to complete to ensure they are as prepared as possible for their first year. Some items on the June checklist for your student to complete include:
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- Review and update their profile in Workday
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Take any necessary online placement and diagnostic exams
- Connect with Disability Resources if they require accommodations due to an identified disability or have questions about specific disability-related concerns
- Complete Get Your Bearings online orientation
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Registration for fall 2025 courses will take place via Workday beginning July 9 at 9 a.m. CT.
Your student's academic advisor will reach out to schedule a virtual advising meeting by mid-June.
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Health & Well-being updates |
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All WashU students must complete the following health and wellness requirements:
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Submit their immunization record and health history form.
- Students who have not completed this requirement prior to move-in will not be allowed to enter their residence hall.
- Choose a health insurance option.
- All students are required to have health insurance and will be automatically enrolled in the WashU student health plan. Students with personal or family health insurance coverage may waive out of the university’s plan. Waiver requests become available on July 1 and must be submitted annually by September 5.
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Transfer prescriptions to the on-campus Quadrangle Pharmacy.
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Make plans to continue mental health support/counseling, if appropriate.
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Our Family Webinar Series answers questions we know our students and their parents and family members are asking. Visit our website to view previous recordings or register to participate in upcoming webinars.
Upcoming webinars include:
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- June 18, 2025: A Conversation about Health & Well-being
- July 1, 2025: A Conversation about Student Finances
- August 4, 2025: Preparing for Move-in Day and Fall Welcome
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Wednesdays with WashU is a virtual program designed for international students to help them begin with journey at WashU.
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- July 9, 2025: Residential Life
- July 23, 2025: Campus Resources
- August 6, 2025: Arrival to the United States
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The Taylor Family Center for Student Success is offering two webinars to limited income and/or first-generation college students and their families to highlight resources for Kessler Scholars, Taylor Scholars and TRIO Student Support Services participants.
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July 17, 2025: Building Your Community Through Peer Mentorship
- August 7, 2025: Understanding Your Meal Points and Financial Aid Package
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130
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Washington University in St. Louis
1 Brookings Drive
St. Louis, MO 63130
washu.edu
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