Resources for Incoming and First-Year Students
Learn about Academic Advising's programs for incoming and first-year students, including Approaching Stanford, the Leland Scholars Program, Frosh 101, and more!
Approaching Stanford
Approaching Stanford is the process that guides all new undergraduates in the transition to life on The Farm. From the day you are admitted up through New Student Orientation in September, Approaching Stanford is here for you!
Frosh/Transfer 101
The Frosh 101 and Transfer 101 courses offer students a place to be seen, heard, and validated as they build a strong community with their peers. Learn from upper-class students who can help guide you through the chaos of your first quarter at Stanford!
Summer Bridge Program
The Summer Bridge program combines an academic experience with co-curricular programming designed to help our Bridge Scholars find community and become familiar with campus resources. Whether you're online or on campus, you'll be able to take classes that prepare you for the work you'll do in your first year and participate in weekly activities and events that will help you get a headstart on building friendships that may well last you through your four years at Stanford.
Information for Transfer Students
Read about advising for transfer students, find links to important academic policies, and learn about programs like Transfer 101.
Additional Resources
Exploring Your Stanford Courses
Unsure about how to choose your courses this Autumn? This video presentation by your Academic Advisors will help you get started!
Designing Your First Quarter
During NSO, your Academic Advisors will give a helpful presentation called "Designing Your First Quarter." You can find a list of the resources mentioned in that presentation here.
Ready to Learn More?
Check out the Current Students section of our website for resources on choosing courses, advice on exploring majors, answers to frequently asked questions about your academics and requirements, and much more!