Class of 2030

Welcome to Salve Regina University! As you prepare to begin your journey in Newport, this page will guide you through the key steps needed before arriving on campus.

new student orientation

Exciting opportunities lie ahead! We can't wait to welcome you to the Salve community and support you on the path to an unforgettable college experience. This site has important information you'll need to make your transition to the University as seamless as possible. We'll update it often, so bookmark this page and check back regularly.

Health Records

All new students, including first-year, transfer and international students, are required to complete their electronic health record through Salve's student health portal. Health records must be completed by June 15.

Required Health Forms

Campus Housing

First-year students who are not commuting to campus from their local permanent address are required to live on campus.

Housing agreements and questionnaires, which provide Residence Life with the information necessary to assign you a roommate and residence hall room, are available from May 11 to June 12. Please note that roommate requests are only granted when all students requesting roommates have indicated the option on their respective questionnaire.

In mid-July, instructions for accessing roommate and room information will be sent via email.

Living and Dining at Salve

Important Dates and Deadlines

May 11: Housing agreements open. The housing agreement and questionnaire provides the Office of Residence Life with the information necessary to assign students a roommate and residence hall room. Housing agreements must be submitted by June 12.

May 15: Deadline to complete financial aid verification paperwork. Students and families selected for verification will be notified by the Office of Financial Aid.

May 15: Deadline for students accepting the federal loans offered in their financial aid award to complete master promissory notes and entrance counseling.

Month of June: Recommended timeframe for students with documented disabilities to submit requests for academic accommodations to Student Accessibility Services.

June 1: Preferred deadline to submit requests for housing accommodations to Student Accessibility Services. Housing accommodations are provided on a case-by-case basis due to documented disabilities and medical conditions.

June 12: Deadline to submit the housing agreement to Residence Life. The housing agreement and questionnaire is available in the My Housing portal.

June 15: Deadline to submit completed health records. Students who do not complete their health record will be unable to register for spring 2026 courses until the record is received.

June 30: Deadline to apply for Service Plunge, a challenging and fun opportunity to lead and learn through service.

Beginning in July: The Office of the Registrar receives Advanced Placement (AP) scores for students who designated Salve on their exams. Exam results and transfer credit may require students to adjust their fall schedules.

July 9: Summer Business Day for incoming students and families. Discover campus resources, connect with peers, gain insights into the financial aid and billing procedures, and engage with key individuals to explore financing options for your educational path.

July 15: Deadline to submit an official high school transcript to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts must include graduation date and final semester grades. College transcripts with final grades for dual enrollment courses and AP or IB score reports can also be submitted at this time.

Mid-July: Housing assignments announced. Instructions for accessing housing assignments will be sent via email.

Aug. 1: Deadline to pay the fall semester tuition bill. Late fees will apply after this date. Visit the Bursar's Office website for more information.

Aug. 1: Deadline to waive participation in the University’s health insurance plan. Only students who are enrolled in a comparable plan may waive coverage. Learn more and waive coverage at universityhealthplans.com.

Beginning in mid-August: Students participating in fall sports arrive on campus for preseason. Move-in dates are sport-specific and student-athletes will receive more information from their coaches.

Aug. 31: Deadline to submit emergency and missing person contact information.

Sept. 5: Move-in day for the Class of 2030. Students will report directly to their assigned residence hall for check-in.

Sept. 5-9: New Seahawk Orientation for incoming students. This engaging program is designed to help new students meet people, learn about Salve and its campus and prepare for a successful college career.

Sept. 10: First day of classes for the fall semester. See the full academic calendar.

Summer Business Day: Wednesday, July 8

Our Summer Business Day is your chance to get ahead and feel confident about your first year. This optional event is designed to help you and your family connect with key campus services, ask important questions and ensure a smooth transition before move-in day - so you can focus on making memories, not stressing over paperwork.

Details and registration will be posted here as they become available. Questions? Call the Bursar's Office at (401) 341-7289.