Orientation 2026

Your Raider Story Starts Here!

Orientation is a day-long program where you will have the opportunity to explore:

• The Rivier Campus
• Academics and Core Curriculum
• Accessing Your Class Schedule
• Campus Support Services
• Life Outside of the Classroom
• Financing a Raider Education
• Steps You Need to Complete Before Classes Start

Orientation Dates and Registration

Student Orientation Dates—Choose the session that works best for you!

First Time Students: Monday, June 22 (day-long program and includes optional overnight). Registration opens April 13.

Transfer Students: Tuesday, June 23 (half-day program). Registration opens April 13.

First Time Students: Wednesday, June 24 (day-long program only). Registration opens April 13.

Registering for an Orientation session

Step 1:  Select your preferred orientation session once registration opens on Monday, April 13.

Step 2:  Click the “Sign-in” button under the sessions listing.

Step 3:  Select “Rivier University Login,” and log in with your Rivier email and password. Please note if you recently deposited, it takes 24 business hours to activate.

Step 4:  Select your session and complete the necessary information.

If you have any questions or need additional assistance registering, please contact the Office of Student Engagement at (603) 897-8254 or orientation@rivier.edu. Please note that students need to be deposited to register.

Arrival Information

• Student-athletes and families arrive to campus between 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. to check-in and attend the Raider Athlete Orientation at 9:00 a.m. led by the Athletic Director.
• Non-Student-Athletes and families arrive to campus between 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. to check-in at Sylvia Trottier Hall.
• Parking will be available at the Sylvia Trottier Hall parking lot.
• Check-in is located in the upper lobby of Sylvia Trottier Hall.
• Students and families should check-in together and will then be directed to their separate programs.
• Students staying overnight on Monday, June 22, should bring their overnight items with them.

Departure Information

• The New Student Orientation program will end at 5:00 p.m.
• Students staying overnight will check out the following day between 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Have a Question? 

More information often leads to more questions. We’re happy to help! Email your questions to us at orientation@rivier.edu, or call the Office of Student Engagement at (603) 897-8254.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to attend the Orientation?

• Yes! All incoming first-year residential and commuter students are required to attend new student orientation. Please contact the Office of Student Engagement for more information at (603) 897-8254 or orientation@rivier.edu if you are unable to attend in person.

How do I access my Rivier email address?

• Your Rivier email address is automatically created and the information is included in your acceptance letter.

Do I need to register for classes before orientation?

• No. As a first-year student, you will be enrolled in first-semester classes by your academic advisor based on the information you supplied to the Office of Admissions. For all subsequent semesters, you will register yourself.

How do I access my student health portal?

• Please login to Campus Groups to access the student health portal. Both resident and commuter students will need to submit information.

When does orientation registration open?

• Registration opens to the public on Monday, April 13.