
New Student Orientation
For more information on First-Year New Student Orientation, visit our website.

For more information regarding Transfer New Student Orientation, visit our webpage.

For more information regarding Graduate New Student Orientation, visit out website.

For more information regarding International Student Orientation, visit our website.

For more information regarding Parent & Family Orientation, visit our website.
Future Bloodhounds,
Welcome to John Jay College of Criminal Justice!
Congratulations on your admission to John Jay College! We are pleased that you have chosen to become a part of the Bloodhound family. New Student Orientation is designed to assist you and your family in making a smooth transition to college. Our goal to help you succeed as a Bloodhound.
New Student Orientation (NSO) is an important experience for all new students, regardless of academic affiliation or major. At NSO, you will have the opportunity to become familiar with campus resources and make connections with current students, faculty, and staff before beginning classes. Because we know that participation in NSO can make a significant difference in your experiences as a John Jay student, all new students are expected to attend.
The mission of Student Transition Programs is to welcome, prepare, and engage new students and their families in their transition to John Jay College of Criminal Justice. We are dedicated to still providing you an intentional and engaging experience. You will have an opportunity to learn about tools and resources available to you as a John Jay student, tips and strategies to best navigate the campus, and connect with other new students and student leaders.
Contact us
Room L.69NB
524 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019
P: 646-557-4888
E: orientation@jjay.cuny.edu