New Student Orientation FAQs

Molloy’s New Student Orientation program brings the University community together to warmly welcome new students and help them begin their college journey with confidence. During Orientation, students will have the opportunity to become better accustomed to the academic environment, support services, and important campus locations that will help them be successful during their time at Molloy. Students will also have the chance to meet other new students, begin building friendships, and learn more about campus life, student involvement opportunities, and what it means to be part of the Molloy community.

Yes, New Student Orientation will prepare you for a great start at Molloy by answering questions about academic, social, and logistical matters before you begin your classes in September; for this reason, attendance at orientation is required.  There are two traditional orientation programs to choose from in July: July 15 or July 21.  If you cannot attend either of these, there is a make-up orientation session, Last Call – August 31.  Please sign up for one of these sessions using the link on our webpage:  Summer 2026 Last Call Orientation

No. Students who are participating in the optional Day 2 activities are invited to stay overnight. However, confirming your attendance at New Student Orientation means making the commitment to be on campus from 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 pm on July 15 or July 21.

If you are staying overnight for the optional second day, we encourage you to bring bedding (twin xl sheets, blanket, and pillow), comfortable clothes, notebook and pen, shower shoes, sneakers, sunglasses, sweatshirt, toiletries, towel, and medications. It is highly recommended that you wear sneakers or comfortable shoes to orientation.

Registration for Orientation 2026 is now open! Click here to register!

You can register your family members for Family Orientation in your registration.

The Hub team works with all incoming first-year students to create their schedules through one-on-one appointments or small group registration sessions. Check your email and sign up for an appointment as soon as possible to select classes for the fall semester. Students who do not sign up for an appointment prior to NSO will have a schedule created for them that they will be able to view in Lion’s Den. Any questions can be directed to The Hub at 516-323-4400

All first-year students will have access to their fall schedule on their Lion's Den account.  Any questions can be directed to The Hub at 516- 323-4400.  We will also be offering a Last Call Orientation on August 31 for those that are unable to attend during the summer right before classes start. Stay tuned for more information regarding this program.

All meals will be provided during New Student Orientation. Please be sure to note on the RSVP form if you have any dietary restrictions. 

Orientation sessions are on a first-come-first-served basis. Please RSVP for the session that fits your schedule best, and you will receive confirmation of which session you are signed up for. If you are staying overnight, bring the following items: Bedding (sheets, blanket, and pillow), comfortable clothes, notebook and pen, shower shoes, sneakers, sunglasses, sweatshirt, toiletries, towel, and medications. Don't forget to bring a school supply to donate to a local school as well. It is highly recommended that you wear sneakers or comfortable shoes to orientation.

Yes, students are allowed to have vehicles on campus during New Student Orientation. You do not need a permit to park during Orientation. 

Yes, we welcome the opportunity to introduce your family to Molloy. Family will be invited to attend a family orientation held on July 15 and July 21 from 9am-1pm. You can register your family members in the student Orientation registration.

Family Orientation: July 15, 2026

Family Orientation: July 21, 2026

We are also offering family experiences on July 16 and July 22, 2026: 

July 16, 2026 – Walking, Shopping and Lunch in Rockville Centre – Register Here

July 16, 2026 – Trip to Jones Beach Boardwalk – Register Here

July 22, 2026 – Walking, Shopping and Lunch in Rockville Centre – Register Here

July 22, 2026 – Trip to Jones Beach Boardwalk – Register Here

All new students will be asked to complete an online Canvas course with important resources to prepare for the Fall, including educational modules and information regarding the first-year common reading book. More information about this course will be shared during Orientation and sent to your Molloy email. We also offer Virtual Information Sessions for new students covering many topics that relate to your time at Molloy.

Learn more about our virtual sessions here: Summer 2026 Virtual Information Sessions

All new students are encouraged to participate in the various summer orientation experiences.  More information regarding this will be posted on the New Student Orientation website, sent out to all new students, and included in the Orientation Canvas course.

Yes, please be sure to indicate your preferred roommate in your New Student Orientation registration.  

You can always contact us at orientation@molloy.edu or 516-323-3459