New Student Programs is excited to have you as one of the newest members of our Orange community! As a transfer student, we recognize your unique needs and are committed to assist you with your transition to Syracuse University. Our goal is to provide support through specific programming opportunities and resources throughout the academic year.
If you are interested in applying to Syracuse University as a transfer student, you should:
- Visit the Transfer Student Admission webpage to learn more about requirements, cost and aid.
- Check out the Transfer Evaluation Self-Service (TESS) tool to determine how your courses from other institutions may apply towards your intended degree program at Syracuse University.
- Email the Office of Admissions for questions or assistance.
Transfer Orientation
Jumpstart your Becoming Orange journey with Transfer Orientation! Transfer Orientation will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, 1-5 p.m. Transfer Orientation provides a valuable opportunity to familiarize yourself with campus, connect with your peers and gain insight to life at Syracuse University, ensuring a successful start. There is no cost to register for the program.
Please note that no academic meetings will take place during Transfer Orientation and will instead take place during Welcome Week, which serves as the primary required orientation for all new students.
Registration for Transfer Orientation closes at 4 p.m., Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. For questions or accommodations, email New Student Programs or call 315.443.9187.
Register for Transfer Orientation!
Transfer Orientation check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. During the check-in period, snacks will be provided and there will be an opportunity to get your Syracuse University ID (SUID) card from Housing, Meal Plan, and ID Card Services.
- Welcome session
- Student Engagement and Greek Life presentation
- Small group meeting with your peers led by Orientation Leaders (OLs).
- Two breakout sessions for transfer students to explore campus based on individual interests and needs.
- Center for Student Excellence session
- Closing session
- Dinner in an on-campus dining center.
Please note there will be no sessions for families and supporters during Transfer Orientation. Transfer Orientation is for new transfer students only.
Transfer students will receive the following during the program.
- Syracuse University water bottle.
- Syracuse Bound tote bag.
- Go Orange t-shirt.
- One meal swipe to a Syracuse University dining center (if they do not have an Unlimited meal plan).
- Transfer students will move into their assigned housing during New Student Move-In, scheduled from Monday, Aug. 17-Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.
- On-campus housing accommodations cannot be provided to transfer students living off-campus for Transfer Orientation.
- For parking information during Transfer Orientation and Welcome Week, visit the Travel and Parking webpage.
National Transfer Student Week (NTSW)
National Transfer Student Week (NTSW) was started by the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students (NISTS) as a celebration of transfer students. Celebrated annually in October, New Student Programs (NSP) hosts events throughout the week to celebrate and support transfer students at Syracuse University.
Event information will be available in early September.
Transfer Resources
- Center for Disability Resources (CDR) – mitigates disadvantages and environmental barriers that impact learning for Syracuse University students.
- Center for Student Excellence (CSE) – helps students thrive and succeed in every aspect of their college experience. The programs that comprise CSE are organized around three pillars: Academic Success, Student Development and Experiential Learning and Community Engagement.
- Syracuse Abroad – offers students program options for studying abroad as well as financial information surrounding tuition, fees, and scholarships.
- Syracuse University Libraries – offers information on library hours and space reservations, research databases/catalogs, the borrowing process and polices for laptops and gear and much more!
Once a new transfer student matriculates to Syracuse University, within one week, you will receive an email from Housing, Meal Plan, and I.D. Card Services encouraging you to apply for housing. Since there are a limited number of beds available, applying early is strongly encouraged. Beds are typically filled by early June for the following fall semester. Transfer students live on South Campus, both in the Skyhalls in double rooms as well as apartments.
Transfer students residing in the Skyhalls are required to take advantage of a University meal plans, as are all students living in residence halls. Meal plan flexibility is based on your class standing. Students living in South Campus apartments are not required to have a meal plan, as each apartment is equipped with a full kitchen.
Transfer students should familiarize themselves with several important dates related to living in University housing. The online calendar of important dates is continuously being updated and will help to keep new students informed of any upcoming deadlines related to housing and/or meal plans.
For questions regarding transfer student housing and/or meal plans, email Housing, Meal Plan, and I.D. Card Services or call 315.443.2721.
- Belonging and Student Success – provides the necessary support and guidance needed to encourage students to become members of a community respectful of differences.
- Center for International Services – the resource for international students on issues related to immigration status, employment, cultural, social and academic concerns.
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Resource Center – supports LGTBQ+ and questioning students explore the complexity of their identities and connect them with campus resources while collaborating with and educating University partners on campus climate issues, policies and practices.
- National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) – the center of veteran life at Syracuse University.
- Events Calendar – this calendar allows you to find Syracuse University events happening on campus and around the globe.
- ‘Cuse Activities – a portal that includes information about Recognized Student Organizations (RSO) you can join and campus events for you to browse.
- Campus Transportation – provides information on campus shuttle schedules, shuttle escorts, options for commuter students as well as information for external transportation resources (e.g., Amtrak, Greyhound, taxis, etc.).
- GoCentroBus – a mobile application for the Centro bus system that hosts information on bus schedules, routes and ride passes.
- Parking and Transportation Services – the one-stop shop for parking permits, shuttle information, lot directions and maps and information on accessible transportation.
- Barnes Center at The Arch – as the hub for student wellness at Syracuse University, the Barnes Center offers programs and services that promote holistic health and well-being in one centralized space on campus.
- Orange Safe – a mobile app that helps students stay connected, receive important campus notifications and communicate with campus safety (all Syracuse University students are encouraged to download Orange Safe).
- Student Support and Outreach (SOS) – assists students in identifying and removing barriers to help students meet their goals.