Throughout the summer before you arrive on campus, the College will host a variety of virtual events to connect incoming students and families to resources across campus. All recorded webinars are linked on this website. To view upcoming events and recorded sessions, click on the sections below.
JULY
— Financial Aid Webinar — Presented by the University of Chicago Office of Financial Aid.
— Tuesday, July 21 · 3:00 PM CDT — Mathematics Information Session — The Department of Mathematics will explain Mathematics Placements for 2026-2027, options to change your placement, the Higher-Level and the Calculus Accreditation Exams and more. Register here
— Wednesday, July 22 · 2:00 PM CDT — Physics Information Session — Learn how the physics placement is made, and what it means for your first year (and beyond). Register here
— Thursday, July 23 · 1:30 PM CDT — From Classroom to Career: Language Learning’s Impact on Your Journey — Learn more about the Language Competence Core requirement, language placement exams, and language study. Register here
— Monday, July 27 · 2:00 PM CDT — Computer Science Information Session — Representatives from the Department of Computer Science will provide an overview of the B.A. and B.S. in Computer Science requirements. Register here
— Tuesday, July 28 · 10:00 AM CDT — Chemistry Information Session — Learn about the Chemistry major at UChicago, including available tracks, general chemistry course options, placement exam results, and opportunities for accelerated study. Register here
— Wednesday, July 29 · 1:00 PM CDT — Safety & Security at UChicago — Hear from the Department of Safety and Security, Campus and Student Life, and the University of Chicago Police Department on keeping you safe on campus. Register here
— Tuesday, July 30 · 1:00 PM CDT — Molecular Engineering Information Session — Hear about the Molecular Engineering program including recommendations for first-year and four-year planning, as well as professional and career trajectories, building research experience, and opportunities to engage in the Molecular Engineering community. Register here
AUGUST
— Office of the Bursar Webinar Series (Multiple Sessions) — Learn about billing and payment services provided by the Office of the Bursar, including student account policies, billing information, payment plans, refunds, and direct deposit.
— Tuesday, August 4 · 6:00 PM CDT — Navigating Campus Opportunities - Family Webinar — Learn more about the breadth of experiences offered for students as they take their classroom knowledge to travels around the globe, the workplace, and beyond. Register here
— Thursday, August 6 · 1:00 PM CDT — Major Exploration Chats with UCMP Peer Mentors — Drop into breakout rooms to hear from current students about their majors and ask questions about their academic journey. (This session is not recorded) Register here
— Thursday, August 13 · 12:00 PM CDT — Autumn Quarter Pre-Registration Overview— Get an overview of pre-registration (Aug. 17–21) with the College Academic Advising and Registrar's Offices. Register here
— Thursday, August 27 · 12:00 PM CDT — Pre-Health Information Session — Considering a pre-health path? CAAO and Careers in Healthcare present an overview of major possibilities and academic requirements for health-related careers. Register here
SEPTEMBER
— Tuesday, September 8 · 6:00 PM CDT — Preparing for Move In & College Orientation - Family Webinar — Join representatives from Housing and Residence Life and College Programming and Orientation to learn more about move-in, orientation week, and family activities. Register here
All webinars hosted by College Orientation will be recorded and linked below within one business week, unless noted otherwise above.
Unique programming for incoming first-year and transfer students.