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First-Year Experience
First-Year Experience supports you as a new student in your transition to college.
Welcome New Students!
We are thrilled that you have chosen to continue your education at Bryn Mawr! This website contains important information that you will need as you prepare this summer to join us this fall. If you have questions or cannot find the information you are looking for, please reach out to us at fye@cmithlj.com.
Start Here
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New Student Checklist
This to-do list is designed to help you plan your summer and prepare for a successful first semester at Bryn Mawr.
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Customs New Student Orientation
Go here to get helpful, important information about dorm move-in and the orientation schedule of events.
Get in the Know
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Tuesday Newsletters
Tuesday Newsletters are emailed weekly over the summer and contain important information that you'll need to prepare for college.
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Campus Guide
Browse BMC Quick Links for current students or find links to offices and services most commonly sought out by new students here.
THRIVE
Our first-year student experience designed to empower and support you - to make you feel right at home on campus.
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More Info
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Placement Exams
Placement exams help you understand the level at which you should enter a particular field of study.
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First-Year Advising
Bryn Mawr students are assigned to the first-year class dean before arriving at the College as a first-year, transfer, or exchange student.
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Meet the Team
We're so excited to meet you and here for you every step of the way through this amazing, transformative life experience!