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Starting in Fall - First-Year

New students with orientation leader during Discover Week

We can't wait to welcome you to campus in August! We’ll be in touch with you each week before your arrival to update you with important information and deadlines you’ll need to know as you embark on your first year at Case Western Reserve. 

Important Dates

Discover Week 2026 will take place August 15-23.

Parent and Family Orientation: August 16-17.

Fall 2026 Move-in:

  • All new first-year and transfer students: August 15-16*
  • Students from outside the continental U.S.: August 14

*You will be able to indicate a move-in day preference on your housing application, which launches May 7.
 

Classes begin August 24.