This page lists every task you need to complete before move-in and orientation, in the order you'll need to do them. You can get started as soon as you activate your Oxy network account!
Important Dates and Deadlines
May
- Activate your oxy.edu account and Oxy email address
- Sign into RAFTR (claim your account)
June
- June 6: Submit the MSI application (invite only)
- June 13: Submit housing application form
- June 13: Submit request for disability accommodations (housing)
- June 13: Submit meal plan selection form
- June 13: Submit a photo for your student ID card
- June 20: Submit advising information form
- June 20: FYS registration deadline (opens on June 16)
- June 20: Take online placement exams (if applicable)
- June 20: Submit request for disability accommodations (academics)
- June 20: Ask your high school or counselor to send your final, official transcript to the Office of Admission
July
- July 3: Set up e-billing account and add authorized users
- July 3: Accept financial aid offer
- July 3: Submit new student health forms
- July 3: Sign up for or waive Oxy student health insurance
- July 15: The first e-bill for the Fall 2025 semester is emailed
- Room and roommate assignments released by REHS
August
- First payment due for direct costs from Occidental (tuition, fees, housing, and meals)
- Submit FERPA Privacy Rights form (optional)
- August 14: International New Student Orientation (by invitation)
- August 15: Move-in for fall athletes
- August 18: Move-in for new students
- August 18-24: New Student Orientation
- August 18-19: New Family Orientation
- August 23: Meet with faculty advisers and register for remaining classes (during orientation)
- August 25: Convocation
- August 26: First day of classes (Fall 2025 semester)
- August 26-28: Review your clearance form in myOxy