You may choose to participate in one of two pre-orientation programs, Adirondack Adventure or Outreach Adventure. These programs begin Friday, August 17, 2012. Students coming from overseas who choose to participate in Adirondack Adventure or Outreach Adventure should arrive Wednesday, August 15th or Thursday, August 16th. We can arrange transportation from Hancock International Airport in Syracuse, NY or the Utica, NY train/bus station on these days for students arriving for AA or OA. If your flight arrives in Syracuse after 8:00pm, you will have to stay at one of the airport hotels and a representative from our office will pick you up the next morning.
When your travel plans are set, please notify the Dean of Students Office of your flight number and arrival time for Syracuse, or your anticipated train or bus arrival time in Utica by July 16th at the very latest, using the Travel Information Form. We want to have the opportunity to meet you at the airport, bus/train station and bring you to campus.
Please note that international students are guaranteed space in these programs as well as financial aid to assist with their cost; participating in AA or OA is highly recommended!
New Student Orientation begins Saturday, August 25th. The earliest international students may arrive on campus is August 23rd. Transportation from the Syracuse Airport and the train/bus station in Utica, NY to the Hamilton College campus will be available on a limited basis.
If you arrive on an earlier day, we cannot guarantee your residence hall room will be ready, nor can we provide transportation to the College. Therefore, you and your family (if applicable) will need to stay at a hotel near the College until your on campus room is ready. Please feel free to check the Admissions Office’s list of area accommodations.
If you plan to drive to campus with your family and/or friends, please arrive between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Dean of Students Office is open during these hours and someone can provide you with a welcome packet that includes your residence hall room key. If you are flying alone and we are providing pick up service, we will make arrangements to provide you with your room key. Many international flights arrive late at night. If your flight arrives in Syracuse after 8:00pm, you will have to stay at one of the airport hotels and a representative from our office will pick you up the next morning.
Reminder: students who do not plan to participate in AA or OA should arrive on campus no earlier than Thursday, August 23rd.
