Your Next Steps as a Swattie

This message was sent on behalf of Student Affairs Division on May 9, 2025

Welcome to Swarthmore College! Now that you’re an official Swattie, you’re probably wondering what your next steps are. When should you be registering for classes? When are housing assignments made? What’s your Swarthmore email address? What’s the best route from building to building with enough time to stop and smell the actual roses before a lecture? These are all important questions, and we’re glad you’re thinking about them. 

Here are some important timelines to keep in mind as a newly-minted Swattie: 

  • Mid-May: We will email you with info on how to set up your Swarthmore email account and network access, and how to complete new student forms mySwarthmore and Moodle. mySwarthmore is your online hub for student life and Moodle is the site for your learning and course info.
  • June 1: Your first set of new student forms are due in mySwarthmore and Moodle.
  • Mid-July: We will email you with info on how to complete academic placement exams online.
  • Late July: Your final high school transcripts (and official standardized testing, if applicable*) are due to the Admissions Office. You will also receive your housing assignments, shared with you via our Housing Portal.
  • Early-mid August: Your academic placement exams are due. August 21-25: International Student Orientation.
  • August 26: New Student Move-In Day.  
  • Late August: New Student Orientation. Academic advising and course registration. 

You will get email updates from the Division of Student Affairs as we approach these dates and deadlines, but we wanted to just give you a little heads up and reassurance that you’re right on track. The Division of Student Affairs staff facilitate your transition to the Swarthmore College community and your successful journey to graduation. They want to help you take full advantage of the opportunities that you will find here. Be sure to check the New Student website for the latest information and updates. 

The whole Division of Student Affairs Division is here for you and is excited to have you as a part of our community. 

Kindly, 

Division of Student Affairs 

*The Admissions Office will reach out to you with further instructions about your final high school transcripts and/or official standardized testing. No action is needed at this time.