Transfer Communications

PreLUsion, a collection of ten optional pre-orientation programs, is designed to jump-start your college experience! It welcomes you to campus 3 days before Orientation begins and allows you to connect to Lehigh by engaging with a smaller community of students and staff who share similar interests. 

Programs are filling quickly! If you are interested in participating, please be sure to fill out the registration as soon as possible.

If the cost of a preLUsion program is difficult to cover, there are opportunities to receive scholarship money. The application is available on our prelusion website. The deadline to apply is June 22. 

Here's a preview of some of the exciting programs you can join that still have spots available!

Bridges to Bethlehem
Dive into hands‑on service projects—from food security to environmental conservation—enjoying meaningful community impact, fun evening outings, and exploring your new home, Bethlehem!

CSB Connect
Designed specifically for incoming Computer Science & Business honors students—team up with mentors and peers to explore real-world projects, tackle a campus-wide scavenger hunt, meet key faculty and leaders, and even cheer on a minor-league baseball game.

C.L.I.M.B

Join us for the C.L.I.M.B. (Creating Leaders Invested in Mentorship & Belonging) Mentor Program preLUsion, a unique opportunity designed specifically for incoming students to be partnered with one of our fraternity and sorority mentors and learn more about community service, leadership, and our community.

GlobaLehigh
Explore the global side of Lehigh by networking with Lehigh alumni working in international careers, meeting diplomats, and getting a behind the scenes tour of the United Nations.

Lehigh Women Engineers

Incoming engineering students dive into hands‑on lab activities, explore engineering departments, bond with peers and mentors, meet faculty (including the Dean!), and build a powerful network to jumpstart your success at Lehigh.

Lehigh 360
Lehigh 360 will introduce you to all of the incredible high-impact, beyond the classroom learning opportunities that Lehigh has to offer - opportunities in creative inquiry, entrepreneurship, global engagement, the arts, community service, study abroad, research, leadership and beyond!

Check out full descriptions of the programs on the preLUsion website.

We’re reaching out with an important update regarding the Orientation Registration Form.

Some of you may have experienced issues accessing the form—thank you for your patience while we resolved the problem. The good news: the form is now working! However, please note that it is not available on your checklist. Instead, you’ll need to log in to your student portal and access the form directly from there.

Orientation is mandatory, and completing this form is a key step in preparing for your arrival on campus. Please submit the form no later than June 30. It will collect important details including:

• Any family accommodation needs (e.g. mobility, hearing, or vision assistance)
• Your dietary restrictions and allergens
• Your choice of Faux Friday restaurant for the event (click the additional link within the form!)

If you have any questions or trouble accessing the form, please reach out to us at fye@lehigh.edu

The Health & Wellness Center is here to support your well-being during your time on campus. Our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate medical care while respecting individual differences and maintaining a confidential environment. We also aim to empower students to manage minor illnesses and injuries on their own.

Our dedicated team provides care to approximately 6,000 undergraduate and over 2,000 graduate students. We offer a range of services, including:

• Acute care for illness or injury
• Routine health examinations
• Lab services
• Reproductive and sexual health services

To learn more, please visit our Services page. Students can make appointments by calling the Health & Wellness Center, or through our online chat forum. For more information, please visit Making an Appointment.

Health Insurance Requirement

Lehigh University requires all undergraduate and graduate students to have adequate medical insurance or to enroll in the university-sponsored health insurance plan.

Please note:

• The Health & Wellness Center does not bill or receive payment from insurance companies.
• Most services, including office visits, are provided at no charge.
• For services with an associated fee, students may pay in cash or charge their bursar account.
• Students are responsible for submitting claims to their insurance provider if reimbursement is needed.
• Receipts and encounter summaries are available via the Student Health Portal.

Incoming Student Paperwork – What You Need to Do

To ensure a smooth start, all incoming students must complete the following required health paperwork:

1. Paper Forms (sent home in the Welcome Kit):
    Your healthcare provider must complete and sign these forms.
2. Electronic Forms:
    Log in to your Student Health Portal to complete all required online forms.
3. Health Insurance Enrollment or Waiver:
   You must either enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan or submit a waiver. You can find more information, and to enroll or waive here.
4. Insurance Card Upload:
    Upload clear pictures of the front and back of your insurance card to your health portal.

For detailed step-by-step instructions, visit our Incoming Student Paperwork page.
Still have questions? Check out our Incoming Student FAQs.

Course registration is just around the corner and we know choosing your first college classes can be both exciting and a bit overwhelming. Even though you’re not on campus yet, there are plenty of resources and people here to help you every step of the way.

Transfer Credits

Please be sure to visit this Transfer Credit website on fysenroll.lehigh.edu. There you will find specific instructions regarding the transfer credit process including options for sending your official transcripts to Lehigh and how to see your transfer credit.

Advising Support

A Lehigh staff member in your advising unit has already reached out (or will shortly) to you via your Lehigh email address. There are virtual advising sessions OR webinars available depending on your college. If you missed our Summer Webinar on Academic Advising and Support for Students, you can watch the recording and view the slide deck on our webpage.

Preparing for Registration

To prepare for the process, check out the following resources:

• First-Year Student Enrollment Website - for general registration information, how-to videos, and sample schedules. We highly recommend looking at their How to Register page!
• Check your Portal for the link to your course packet and helpful information from your college
• Attend a session with your academic unit or program, or reach out to them if you have questions!

What To Do When…

Deciding which courses to take in fall? Review your course packet, check the portal and your email for additional information, see the first-year enrollment website for sample schedules, and contact your academic unit.
Have questions about utilizing the registration system? Review the First-Year Enrollment website for videos on how to utilize the registration system and contact Registration & Academic Services.
Having trouble during the registration period? Use the Live Chat on the Registrar’s webpage to talk with someone in the moment.

Schedule Changes

Still unsure after registering? That’s okay! You’ll have the chance to meet with a college representative on Friday, August 22 during Orientation. Schedule changes can be made through the first week of the semester, so there’s time to get it right.

Disability Support Services

We encourage students with disabilities who would like to apply for reasonable accommodations and services to begin by completing the Disability Support Services Registration form now to avoid delays. More information about documentation guidelines can be found on the Disability Support Services website.