New Student Orientation

2026 New Student Orientation (NSO)

New Student Orientation (NSO) 2026 logo

Class of 2030, welcome to Penn! 

Each year, the Office of New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives (NSOAI) is dedicated to helping new Quakers transition smoothly to Penn while offering an exciting and academically enriching experience. NSO is packed with academic programs, cultural celebrations, and social events that introduce new undergraduate students to both Penn and the vibrant city of Philadelphia.

2026 NSO Calendar

Below is a full calendar of the events taking place for this year’s New Student Orientation (NSO). If you have any specific questions about the schedules, please feel free to email us at provost-nso-ai@pobox.upenn.edu.