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Teachers College New Student Orientation
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Guest Information Guide
Space is limited to recently admitted TC students only. Guests are encouraged to explore Morningside Heights, home to Teachers College.
Welcome to Teachers College, Columbia University
On behalf of the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) at Teachers College, please join us on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 for New Student Orientation. Enjoy informative sessions designed to introduce newly admitted students to the College community. Learn essential information about the TC graduate student experience, meet faculty and administrative staff within your Academic Department; and enjoy an evening social with fellow TC students. While Orientation is not mandatory, your attendance is strongly encouraged.
The September 4th program is open to Teachers College graduates students, admitted during the Summer 2018 term or Fall 2018 term. If you were admitted to Teachers College during either term and have not received an invitation via email, please contact orientation@tc.columbia.edu.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities (OASID) at oasid@tc.edu, (212) 678-3689, (212) 678-3853 TTY, (212) 678-3854 video phone, as early as possible to request reasonable accommodations.
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Review the Portal
All students are strongly encouraged to review the "Next Steps" checklist available on the Admitted Student Portal for more details, as there may be specific requirements pertaining to your student-status. Complete important items such as activating your UNI/TC email address, register for courses, submit insurance and immunization documentation, upload a photo for your student ID and confirm financial aid eligibility.
International Students are strongly encouraged to contact the Office of International Services for additional resources to help you begin your TC student experience. For students interested in living on-campus, please contact the Office of Residential Services (ORS) to learn how to apply for on-campus housing.
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The College has ten Academic Departments that comprise more than 60 major academic programs. Get to know your Academic Department by visiting their website, in addition to your program-specific websites.
Explore TC faculty profiles to learn more about leaders in your field of study and/or interest.
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