We know that once you've enrolled, you're excited to know what's next. Relax, enjoy senior year, and graduate from high school! But if you want a peek at what to expect now that you're a Lafayette Leopard, take a look.
January 2026
If you were accepted through Early Decision I, enroll at Lafayette College by January 5!
Be on the look on for an e-mail invitation to a virtual event celebrating those admitted Early Decision.
February 2026
If you were accepted through Early Decision II, enroll at Lafayette College by March 1!
Approach your final year of high school with the same strength and gusto that made us want you as a Leopard!
Be on the look on for an e-mail invitation to a virtual event for those admitted Early Decision.
March 2026
Late March the registration for our accepted student events will open. Be on the lookout for an email reminder.
Our First Fridays at Lafayette is March 27! Consider joining us for this or one of our other accepted student events.
April 2026
Join us on April 12 for our signature accepted student event XLC: Experience Lafayette College. We provide programming for students and parents. Registration opens in late March.
If you’d like a more intimate experience, Fridays at Lafayette are a great way to see a day in the life of a student at Lafayette. Fridays at Lafayette will be held March 27, April 3, 17, 24.Registration opens in late March.
Can’t make it to campus or want to explore more? Join us for virtual accepted student events.
May 2026
By May 1, enroll at Lafayette College! If you’re an Early Decision student complete this step by January 5 for Early Decision I or March 1 for Early Decision II.
In early May, receive your Lafayette NetID and access to your Lafayette email account. All communications going forward will be sent to that address.
Read First Things First, our weekly email newsletter to incoming students.
Get excited about classes. Register for summer academic advising.
Submit your housing form, religious identity survey, and dietary restrictions.
Apply for the Landis Center for Community Engagement’s Pre-Orientation Service Program (POSP) if you are interested in participating.
To establish disability and initiate the request process for academic, dining, and/or housing accommodations, contact Accessibility Services.
June 2026
Connect with your summer adviser and complete your Fall 2026 course preference survey.
Submit your medical forms, proof of health insurance, and emergency contact information.
Send your final high school transcript to the Office of Admissions. You should also submit official test results if you self-reported them as part of your application.
Connect with your Lafayette Extended Orientation leader (LEO). They’ll be reaching out to you via email and can help answer questions as you get started in the fall.
July 2026
Watch for your tuition bill and be sure to pay it by August 1, 2026.
Get pumped when you receive your housing assignment.
Start gathering your stuff for college: sheets, towels, notebooks, toiletries, decor, etc.
Join your Orientation WhatsApp chat.
In late July, activate your Handshake account for on-campus work and work-study positions, Engineering Studies 101, and Gateway Career Center programs.
AUGUST 2026
Pay your tuition bill by August 1, 2026.
In early August, look for an email with your preliminary class schedule and faculty adviser.
Order textbooks and required course materials.
Look for your move-in email and sign up for an arrival time.
Join us on campus as a Lafayette Leopard and begin your journey with Orientation on Thursday, August 20, 2026.