News & Announcements
Class of 2013
The Freshman Handbook, the Freshman Schedule of Classes, and the New Student Orientation Schedule have not yet been published for the class of 2013. The documents for the class of 2013 will be posted... More...
June Mailing
Members of the class of 2013 should look for their registration packets to be mailed by June 20. More...
Orientation Schedule
New Student Orientation for the Class of 2013 begins Tuesday, August 25, 2009 (move-in day) and goes through Sunday, August 30, 2009. Classes begin Monday, August 31. More...
The Dean of Freshmen counsels and advises all first-year students on academic matters. The office is located in the Office of the Dean of Studies:
Main Building, N128
Open weekdays from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (until 3:00 pm on Thursdays)
Appointments may be made by calling (845) 437-5258.
Contact Benjamin Lotto, Dean of Freshmen
Academic Information
Every freshman is required to elect at least one Freshman Course. Each year, many introductory courses, designated Freshman Courses, provide entering students the opportunity to develop particular abilities in a small class setting along with fellow freshmen who are making the transition to college work.
- Credit for College Work Done Prior to Vassar
- Departments of Instruction, Multidisciplinary Programs, and Interdepartmental Concentrations
- Preparation for Teacher Certification, Law School, Medical School, or Study Abroad
Advice, Counsel, and Selected Resources
Answers to questions are readily available, from a range of resources; the information offered should help you determine where to turn with a particular question.List of resources and information for freshmen
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