Welcome to the Orange family! We understand that as a transfer student you may have unique questions surrounding your transition to Syracuse University. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are ready to help answer any questions you or your loved ones may have. We look forward to getting to know you more throughout each phase of your Becoming Orange journey!

For additional information and questions, please em ail the Office of First-Year and Transfer Programs  or call 315.443.9187. 
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Aug. 11-Aug. 14, 2-5 p.m. (EDT)

This free virtual series provides opportunities to meet Transfer Transition Leaders (TTLs) and peers, in addition to learning more about campus, academics, resources, student employment and more.
  • Registration closes at Saturday, Aug. 8, 5 p.m. (EDT)
  • The program will be hosted from Tuesday, Aug. 11-Friday, Aug. 14 from 2-5 p.m. (EDT)
Register for the free Transfer Transitions Pre-Welcome Program today!

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Transfer Transition Leaders (TTLs) are returning transfer students whose role is designed to mentor you and help you find your place in the Orange community. 

Sign up to request a TTL Mentor today!
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Transfer Student Events

While there will be a number of required events for you to attend during Syracuse Welcome - the University's new student orientation program - we invite you to save the date for the following two events: 
  • Transfer Student Welcome and TTL Panel  
    • Thursday, Aug. 20 from 11:00 a.m.-Noon (EDT) 
  • Transfer Student Dinner 
    • Tuesday, Sept. 1 from 5-6:30 p.m. (EDT) 
As information is finalized, it will be released on the Syracuse Welcome schedule webpage located on our website!
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Due: Sept. 3

OrangeSeeds is an organization dedicated to developing a group of first-year and transfer students into confident campus leaders. Highlights include a wide network of campus leaders, resources, professional mentorship and opportunities to participate in community service. 

Stay Connected
Office of First-Year & Transfer Programs
Women's Building 820 Comstock Avenue, Suite 310, Syracuse, NY  13244 · 315.443.9187   ·  [email protected] · firstyear.syr.edu