Orientation & Welcome Week
Summer Orientation and Welcome Week at Belmont are essential programs designed to ensure students transition smoothly into campus life. These events work together to provide new transfer students with the tools, resources, and connections necessary to thrive academically and socially. From registering for courses to building lasting friendships, these programs offer a comprehensive introduction to the Belmont community, setting students up for success from day one.
Orientation Information for Fall 2025 Transfer Students
Summer Orientation is a mandatory program designed to help students prepare for their Belmont experience. It includes registering for fall courses, important informational sessions, and opportunities to connect with the Belmont community. There is also a special track for parents and guests. This is a one-day session from 9 am-9 pm for students and 9 am-4 pm for parents/guests.
Orientation Dates for Transfer Students (you will choose one of the following):
- June 9, 2025: On-campus
- June 13, 2025: Virtual Session
- June 20, 2025: Virtual Session
Transfer Welcome Week
Welcome Week is an exciting and memorable start to your Belmont journey, packed with traditions, community-building, and key experiences. Starting the week before classes begin, it’s designed to help new students transition smoothly into life at Belmont.
Throughout Welcome Week, students will be placed in a Towering Traditions (TT) group, made up of 10-20 new students, and led by a trained upperclassman known as a Tower Team (TT) Leader. These leaders will guide you through the week and continue to support you throughout your first year, helping you feel connected and prepared for success at Belmont.
Belmont offers two distinct options to help transfer students orient themselves to campus: Transfer Welcome Day and Transfer Welcome Week.
Transfer Welcome Day is a one-day session focused on essential transfer-specific information. It includes meeting your academic college, key sessions, and a campus tour. This option is ideal for:
- Students with work or outside commitments preventing full participation in Welcome Week.
- Commuter students unable to attend a multi-day event.
- Non-traditional students needing logistical details for starting classes.
- Students wanting just the essential information.
Transfer Welcome Week is a four-day experience that connects transfer students with Belmont’s signature Towering Traditions events. Transfer students will be placed in dedicated groups led by upperclassmen. This option is best for:
- Students wanting to connect with other transfer students and current leaders.
- On-campus or commuter students looking to immerse in campus life.
- Students interested in exploring Nashville through a free excursion.
- Those wanting to earn up to 5 Well Core credits for graduation requirements.
- Students desiring the full Welcome Week experience with social and academic activities.
Perks of Transfer Welcome Week:
- Earn up to 5 Well Core credits.
- Dedicated TT groups for community building.
- Free Nashville excursion and Belmont swag.
To make a selection, transfer students will receive a link during Summer Orientation to choose their preferred track. For questions, contact orientation@belmont.edu.