New Student Information
Welcome to Laney Graduate School (LGS)
Read Dean Jacob-Arriola's welcome message here.
Want to get ahead?
Click here to see the full list of tasks, key dates, and activites you'll need to complete before arriving on campus this fall.
- New student activities will start August 16.
- Activities will include an all-student orientation and several other activities required of all or some new students.
- Program orientation activities may include in-person activities, scheduled during the same time period.
- Classes start on August 23.
- Please see the 2023 new student activity schedule below and click here to download a copy of the schedule (JPG).
- F-1 Students: See this form for a required session on August 14, 2023 hosted by Emory's International Student & Scholars Services.
Between now and the start of the fall term, there are a number of important for new students to complete. Click on a topic below to learn more and get started
- Connect to Emory email and OPUS.
- Comply with Emory Immunization Requirements.
- Submit your official transcripts.
- Review important information for international students.
- Language support, visa and tax information, etc.
- Complete Canvas assignments.
- Review financial information and requirements
- Review health insurance options.
- Register for classes.
- Upload a photo for your EmoryCard by the deadline date.
Emory provides a supportive community environment. To enrich and enhance your graduate experience, please see our Student Support Resources page.
Resources commonly sought by new students include: