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This checklist outlines everything tha tfirst-year students need to complete before move-in and orientation—organized by when each task is due. You can begin as soon as you activate your º£½ÇÉçÇø account.

You don’t have to memorize every date—just start early and check back often. The New Student Guide and your º£½ÇÉçÇø email will provide reminders and updates throughout the summer to help you stay on track.

May - Get Started

• Activate your oxy.edu account and set up your º£½ÇÉçÇø email address
• Sign into RAFTR app to connect with classmates (invite will arrive by email)

June - Complete Key Forms

• Submit the MSI application (if applicable)
• Submit housing application
• Submit request for housing accommodations (if applicable)
• Submit meal plan selection form
• Submit a photo for your student ID card
• Submit advising information form
• Register for your First-Year Seminar (FYS)
• Take online placement exams (if applicable)
• Submit request for academic accommodations (if applicable)
• Ask your high school or counselor to send your final, official transcript to the Office of Admission

July - Health & Billing

• Set up your e-billing account and add authorized users 
• Accept financial aid offer
• Submit new student health forms
• Sign up for or waive º£½ÇÉçÇø student health insurance
• The first e-bill for the Fall 2026 semester is emailed

August - Arrival & Orientation

• First payment due for tuition, fees, housing, and meals
• Submit FERPA Privacy Rights form (optional)
• Review your clearance form in myº£½ÇÉçÇø
• Final deadline to sign up for or waive º£½ÇÉçÇø student health insurance

Important Dates

International New Student Orientation (by invitation)
Move-in for fall athletes
Move-in for new students
New Student Orientation
New Family Orientation
Convocation
First day of classes (Fall 2026 semester)