For New Students

It’s all about you. We’re here to help connect you to the rich cultural, co-curricular, social and residential opportunities at Smith. We offer a series of Orientation and First-Year Experience programs designed to help all incoming students engage as productive and successful members of the community. Sign in to the Smith Social Network, which is the hub of student engagement. Browse through all of Smith’s student organizations, upcoming events and your very own Class of 2023 page, Entering Adas page or Entering Transfers page. Also, download the CORQ app. CORQ is your guide to getting out of your room and meeting new people. Don’t be bored. Be in the know. Download CORQ to find your Orientation schedule and upcoming events on campus. Start your Smith story!

Your academic life at Smith is central to your experience as a new student. Each new student is assigned a faculty adviser to help adjust to Smith’s academic demands. On this website you will find connections to numerous support services that will assist with writing, time management, study skills, tutoring and more. With some hard work, perseverance and support, as well as some time to unwind, all new entering students should find their engagement with Smith’s academic environment exciting and enriching.