Hampshire College

Summer Forms and Registration
Arrival and Orientation
Miscellaneous 

Summer Forms and Registration

Q: A few forms ask for my student ID number. Where do I find that?
A: When you receive your bill, it is listed as your account number. It should be seven digits long.

Q: When can I register for courses?
A: After June 12, all first-year students will be able to fill out course preference forms for courses via TheHub. This is NOT the same as registering for courses. After July 1, students' course schedules will be determined based on their course preferences. There is no preference given to students filling out the form early, as long as it is complete before July 1.

Q: But I'm a transfer student.
A: Transfer students also fill out a course preference form on TheHub (as explained above), but will be given different directions. Be sure to follow the directions on this form. Any questions can be directed to Central Records at 413.559.5421 or centralrecords@hampshire.edu.

Q: When is the deadline to complete course preference forms?
A: The deadline to complete course preference forms for both first years and transfers is July 15th.

Q: What happens if I missed the deadline?
A: Any new or transfer students who miss the July 1 course preferences form deadline will be assigned a "random" course load by Central Records, and will have to do what they can to change it once they are on campus.

Q: When will I be able to view my preliminary course schedule?
A: In mid-August when you sign in to TheHub, you will be able to view your preliminary schedule by clicking on “My Class Schedule.”

Q: When will I see my housing assignment?
A: Housing assignments will be e-mailed to your Hampshire e-mail address in mid-August. Please note that official housing assignments are not final until the day you come on campus and receive your keys.

Q: When will I find out who my advisor is?
A: When you receive your preliminary course schedules (mid-August), you will have one course with a "T" in the course number. This is your first-year tutorial, which is taught by your assigned advisor. You will meet your advisor individually and with your tutorial group during orientation.

Q: Can I ship things to the college before I come?
A: Yes, you can ship things to your campus mailbox AFTER August 15, but please do not ship anything that you will need for your first week. Hampshire's post office is very busy this time of year, and it may take up to a week after you arrive before you are able to pick up your packages. You should pack and bring with you sheets, a pillow, a towel, an alarm clock, clothes, toiletries, and your telephone.

Q: How do I format my Hampshire College address?
A: Please use the following format for your mailing address for all packages and mail. You can find out your box number by going to directory.hampshire.edu and searching for yourself.
Student's Name
Box ####
Hampshire College
893 West Street
Amherst, MA 01002

Arrival and Orientation

Q: When do I move in? / When does orientation begin?
A: Thursday, August 28. View the schedule for new student orientation.

Q: Is there any way to move in early?
A: Students making a particularly long journey to Hampshire can make a request with Linda Mollison at 413. 559.5543 to be able to move in a day or two early, but there are no guarantees.

Q: Where can I get directions to campus?
A: Please refer to our Visiting page for information on traveling to Hampshire.

Q: What is there for families on opening day?
A: There will be panel discussions and a welcome ceremony, which will be open to all families. Additionally, we are offering a family orientation program August 28-29. This program will provide useful information about the campus, services offered, and the academic program. Registration is required for the family orientation program. Learn about opening day activities and family orientation by visiting the Information for Families page.

Q: When do families say goodbye/leave for good?
A: Families who are not participating in family orientation leave campus after the 4:30 p.m. welcome ceremony on Thursday, August 28. The family orientation program ends on Friday, August 29 after a 5:00 p.m. closing barbeque with students.

Q: What should I bring or purchase for my dorm room?
A: Check out the "What to Bring" list of recommended items and items not permitted. If you bring lamps, New Leaf, our student group for sustainability and environmentally friendly practices, recommends that you bring energy-saving light bulbs, such as compact fluorescent bulbs.
 

Miscellaneous
Q: When is Parents' Weekend?
A: "Family, Alumni, and Friends Weekend" begins Thursday, October 23.

Q: What are the dates for arrival, vacations, and the end of each semester?
A: Check the 2008-2009 calendar (Note: If the calendar does not automatically bring up the 2008- 2009 school year, just select the correct year from the drop-down menu). When making travel arrangements, please be aware that students taking Five College courses may need to stay past the day houses close to take final exams. For the schedule of Five College exam periods, see the Five College Academic Calendar.