
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation (NSO) is an important experience for all new students, regardless of academic affiliation or major. At NSO, you will have the opportunity to become familiar with campus resources and make connections with current students, faculty, and staff before beginning classes. Because we know that participation in NSO can make a significant difference in your experiences as a John Jay student, all new students are expected to attend.
Your New Student Orientation has two parts: the first being the online orientation via the NSO Portal and the second being attending an in-person NSO session. Completing both parts of NSO will ensure that you are prepared for your first semester at John Jay and connect with other new students!
All eligible students will get an email with the process on how to access the NSO portal and register to attend one of the in-person NSO sessions.

Graduate: August TBA, 2025
First-Year: August TBA, 2025
Transfer: August TBA, 2025
International: August TBA, 2025

The first step to your New Student Orientation is completing the online orientation portal. The NSO portal is an easy way for you to receive important information for not only your start at John Jay but also throughout your time at the College.

To ensure that you are all set for the school year, check out these resources!
New Student Checklist
Make sure to check your email for the information on completing the Online NSO Portal!
Make sure to check your email for the information on signing up for the in-person NSO!
Make sure to check your email for the information on setting up an advisement appointment! Questions? Email advisement@jjay.cuny.edu.
More information here.
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Contact Us
Room L.69NB
524 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019
646-557-4888
orientation@jjay.cuny.edu