Orientation - New Student Checklist
Welcome New Tigers!
We are excited to welcome you into our family this upcoming semester! As you prepare to become part of the HFU community, here are the next steps you will need to complete once we receive your deposit:
Download New Student Checklist PDF
April – Early May 2026: Right After Deposit
- Confirm Financial Aid information
- Register for Classes (fall registration opens March 30)
- Apply for On-Campus Housing
- Set Up Proxy Access (optional)
- Connect with Accessibility Services (if applicable)
- Attend a Tiger Immersion Day (11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Mid-May – Early-June 2026
- Connect with important IT Services (email, Self-Service, Canvas)
- Email photo for Student ID/Tiger Tag to hfuid@holyfamily.edu
June – July 2026
- Register for a Parking Permit
- Select your Meal Plan
- Arrange to have final high school/college transcripts sent to Holy Family (including any transcripts for dual enrollment credit).
- Register for Tiger Launch Day on August 27 (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
August 1–15, 2026
August 3–15, 2026: Final Prep Week
- Submit your Health Packet (due August 17). Required for residents and athletes. Submit to healthservices@holyfamily.edu.
- Buy/Rent Textbooks - Access your Slingshot account to check on the status of your textbooks (coming June 2026)
- Living on campus? Move-In Day is August 26! (you will get details from Residence Life)
August 27, 2026
- Pick up your Tiger Tag/Student ID (if not done at orientation)
- Register & attend Tiger Launch Day (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
August 28-30, 2026: Welcome Week
August 31, 2026: First Day of Class
- Be familiar with your schedule, building locations, and arrive early to settle in confidently.
- Ask for help if needed—staff will be around to assist!