Follow the steps on your New Student Portal
Your personalized checklist for starting at Calvin.
Your New Student Portal shows exactly what steps to complete—and when. One of the first things on the list? Pay your enrollment deposit to reserve your spot!
Learn what to expect as a Calvin Knight
Getting ready for Calvin is more than checking off a list of requirements. It’s about understanding your new community and preparing for the transition.
These key events and resources will help you transition well to academics and campus life.
New Knight Resources
Leading up to your first semester, explore videos and online resources to help you get ready for Calvin.
Get familiar with finances, academics, housing, support, and opportunities. Move through each topic at your own pace, and build confidence as you prepare for university life.
Welcome Week
Thursday, August 27 – Sunday, August 30*
We can't wait to welcome you to campus and help you transition to life as a Calvin student. Welcome Week activities include move-in day, orientation, service-learning, and more.
*You may have different move-in dates and programming if you're an international student, student-athlete, or transfer student.
Stay Connected
Have any questions? Your admissions counselor is eager and available to help! Not sure who your counselor is? Find your counselor
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