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Two students in red Stanford shirts hold sign reading, "Welcome to the Farm" on Move-In Day. By David Gonzales.

Approaching Stanford / New Student Orientation (NSO)

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Approaching Stanford is the process that guides all new undergraduates in the transition to life on The Farm. Throughout the summer, you'll be introduced to the Stanford community while completing your New Student Requirements (health forms, housing application, first-year course preferences, and more). The process culminates with New Student Orientation when you move to campus in September.

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Admitted Student Guide Categories for Approaching Stanford / New Student Orientation

  • Frosh  
  • Required
  • Transfers