Orientation is where your creative community begins.
Before classes start, you’ll connect with student leaders, meet classmates, explore campus, and get the tools you need to thrive as a MassArt student. Whether you’re joining us as a first-year, transfer, or international student, orientation is designed to help you feel confident, prepared, and inspired.
At MassArt, every first-year and foundation-year transfer student is paired with a Primer—a dedicated student leader who will serve as your guide and go-to resource throughout Orientation.
Lead small-group activities
Help you connect with other new students
Share insider tips about classes and studio life
Answer questions about navigating MassArt
Provide ongoing support during your first days on campus
Stay tuned to your email for important Orientation updates, schedules, and ways to connect with your classmates and Primers before arriving on campus.
Be sure to:
Review your schedule
Move-In Day is an exciting milestone — your first step toward settling into your new creative home.
Look out for an email from the Office of Housing and Residence Life with detailed instructions about arrival times, check-in details, and what to bring.
Plan ahead, review your checklist, and get ready to unpack more than just your boxes.
At MassArt, your success isn’t just about what happens in the studio. You’ll have a strong network of support from day one.
Throughout Orientation, you’ll learn about:
We’re thrilled to welcome you to the MassArt community. Orientation is just the beginning of a creative journey that will challenge you, inspire you, and transform the way you see the world.
Stay tuned for updates — and get ready to start making your mark.
