Congratulations, You're

NazBound

We're delighted to welcome you to Nazareth!

Let the Fun Begin

There's no need to wait until August.

The beginning of your Nazareth adventure will be here soon. Between now and the start of classes, we’re excited to welcome you to the Golden Flyer family with events and activities designed to help you:

  • Meet your new classmates.
  • Connect with your faculty, academic advisor, and career coach.
  • Make plans to pursue the options in and out of the classroom that will make your Nazareth education distinctly rich and effective.

Plus, our teams are standing by to assist you with all your enrollment steps like selecting your courses, submitting your health forms, and more.

Each step, and every activity, brings you closer to your new life as a Nazareth student.

What's Next

Step 1: Deposit

Use your Admissions Dashboard to:

  • Pay your deposit to secure your spot in the incoming class. Deposit date also is used for housing choice priority.
  • See your personalized list of tasks to complete.
  • Monitor your progress completing the tasks.
Step 2: Connect

Join us on ZeeMee, where you can meet and chat with future classmates, connect on shared interests and passions, try Friend Finder to see potential roommates, and participate in live social events.

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Step 3: MyNaz

Activate your MyNaz credentials: Soon after you've deposited, your Admissions Dashboard will show the task to activate your MyNaz account. You'll need it for access to Nazareth's housing and meal plan system, financial aid system, Handshake (jobs on and off campus), and tools you'll use once classes start.

Tech trouble? Contact our Technology & Media Service Desk, 585-389-2111 or tmsd@naz.edu (and provide your full name and phone number).

Step 4: Events

If you haven't visited campus yet, sign up for an open house or a weekday or weekend info session/tour. Find an option that fits your schedule and sign up: Visits & Events

See NazBound events below!

Step 5: Orientation

Mark your calendar!

  • Move-in: Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025
  • Orientation: Aug. 20-24, 2024

Orientation is a multi-day program on campus to learn your way around, have fun, meet key people, get connected to other new students, be part of a community engagement project, attend your first class, get tips for success, and have more fun.

Your Class on Zeemee

Connect with your fellow classmates in the official Nazareth University private chat community on ZeeMee.

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Celebrate + Share your #NazBound Journey!

Share your acceptance and your #NazBound journey on social media by tagging Nazareth University!

NazBound Events

Look forward to these! We post here the on-campus and virtual opportunities for accepted students to hear from Nazareth community members, meet one another, and celebrate your future at Naz.

Fall Open Houses

9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

As an accepted student, you're invited to any of Nazareth's open houses to interact with faculty, staff, and current students while learning more about the major(s) you are interested in, student life, and much more!

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Lunch & Learn: Well-being

Tuesday, July 2
Noon–1 p.m.

Learn more about campus before arriving in August through our lunch & learn series! This virtual lunch & learn will focus on well-being, health, and counseling services.

Register

Dogs & Donuts

Tues., July 9, 2–3 p.m.
Wed., August 14, 4–5 p.m.

Come to campus and enjoy refreshments with our therapy dog(s) and take a break from all your summer plans!

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Lunch & Learn: How to Read Your Bill

Wednesday, July 10
Noon–1 p.m.

Learn more about campus before arriving in August through our lunch & learn series! This virtual lunch & learn will focus on understanding your tuition bill.

Register

Lunch & Learn: Resources for Academic Success

Monday, July 22
Noon–1 p.m.

Learn more about campus before arriving in August through our lunch & learn series! This virtual lunch & learn will focus on academic success and accessibility support.

Register

Lunch & Learn: Orientation & Student Engagement

Thursday, August 1
Noon–1 p.m.

Learn more about campus before arriving in August through our lunch & learn series! This virtual lunch & learn will focus on first year orientation and student engagement.

Register

Red Wings Baseball Game

Sunday, August 4
1–6 p.m.

We've got a ticket for you! Hit it off with your new Nazareth classmates while you cheer on the Rochester Red Wings. Sign up to claim your ticket.

Register

Fall 2024 Orientation

August 21–25

Join us just before the start of classes for events, activities, and sessions planned to help you not only acclimate to campus but to feel at home here.

Full schedule

Rochester Reception at Strong Museum

Thursday, February 15
7 – 9 p.m.

Join us at The Strong Museum of Play in Rochester, NY to celebrate your accomplishments at a special reception for NazBound students.

Register

Bonner Leader Info Session

Monday, February 26
6:30 – 7 p.m.

Join us for an interactive opportunity, exploring how we all can make a difference in our lives and the lives of our community through Nazareth's new scholarship program, the Bonner Leader Program.

Register

Virtual Bingo Night

Monday, March 11
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

You're invited to a virtual bingo night, with the chance to win fun Naz swag and hang out with your future classmates.

Register

Syracuse Reception

Thursday, March 19
7 – 9 p.m.

Join us at Craftsman Inn & Suites in Syracuse, NY to celebrate your accomplishments at a special reception for NazBound students.

Register

Buffalo Reception

Thursday, March 21
7 – 8:30 p.m.

Join us at Templeton Landing Restuarant in Buffalo, NY to celebrate your accomplishments at a special reception for NazBound students.

Register

NazBound Day

Monday, April 15
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

We invite you to join our admissions team for a fun-filled day on campus, as you learn more about what makes Nazareth unique and special. All attendees can enjoy a complimentary brunch on campus not to mention, free merch!

Register

Meet Your Classmates at Radio Social

Thursday, April 25
7 – 9 p.m.

Join other #NazBound students for a night of fun and bowling at Radio Social, right here in Rochester.

Sign up

Spring Open House

Saturday, April 27
9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Take a “Last Look” at Nazareth University before finalizing your college decision! If you commit to Nazareth at the event, we will waive your deposit fee!

Register

Women's Basketball Game

Saturday, January 27
2 – 4 p.m.

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Nazareth basketball! Meet other prospective students, current students, and Nazareth community members while cheering for the Golden Flyers!

Register

Men's Basketball Game

Saturday, January 27
4 – 6 p.m.

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Nazareth basketball! Meet other prospective students, current students, and Nazareth community members while cheering for the Golden Flyers!

Register

Lunch & Learn: Residential Life

Wednesday, June 26
Noon–1 p.m.

Learn more about campus before arriving in August through our lunch & learn series! This virtual lunch & learn will focus on questions about housing and residential life.

Register

FINANCIAL AID MEETING

Select dates,
5, 5:30, 6, or 6:30 p.m. ET

Join a member of the Financial Aid team via Zoom for a 30-minute individual meeting to discuss your financial aid offer and options. Parents are encouraged to attend.

Register

NYC RECEPTION

Friday, April 14, 5 p.m.

Join us at Bowlero Times Square in New York City to celebrate your accomplishments at a special reception for NazBound students.

Register

ALBANY RECEPTION

Tuesday, March 14, 7 p.m.

Join us at the Marriott Albany in Albany, NY to celebrate your accomplishments at a special reception for NazBound students.

Register

ROCHESTER SKATE NIGHT

Feb. 9, 5:30–7 p.m.

Glide on into your new Golden Flyer life during Skate Night — a fun chance to meet and mingle with your new classmates at Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park.

Register

VIRTUAL RES LIFE INFO SESSION

Wednesday, June 1, 8 p.m.

Register for a housing information session to have all of your questions answered about all things housing.

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NAZBOUND SUMMER SOIREÉ

Wednesday, June 29, 7 p.m.

Join the Nazareth Community for a night of celebration and meeting your future classmates.

Register

COLLEGE DECISION DAY

Say it loud: "I am NazBound!" Download and print out an "I am NazBound" commitment proclamation. Then share a photo on your favorite social media account of yourself signing it.

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    Your Guide to Getting Ready

    • Monitor your Nazareth email account for #NazBound Newsletters and other email updates, enrollment task reminders, and #NazBound event invitations. 
    • Use your Admissions Dashboard to keep track of your progress on wrapping up enrollment details like completing your course selection survey, submitting health care forms, and more.