The 2024 MIND Neurodivergent Pre-Orientation program is scheduled to begin on Friday, August 23, and will continue throughout the 2024 fall orientation.
The MIND Neurodivergent Pre-Orientation starts with an early move-in for on-campus students on Friday, August 23. This day will welcome first-year students from both the College and the Conservatory who identify as neurodivergent and is designed to provide a quieter move-in experience. On Saturday, August 24, and throughout the fall orientation schedule, there will be programs designed specifically for the neurodivergent participants and their families to have an opportunity to connect with resources and key staff members that may be helpful as students navigate their Berklee journey.
How to Register
The application for the MIND Neurodivergent Pre-Orientation for fall 2024 is now closed! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact MIND@berklee.edu.
MIND Neurodivergent Pre-Orientation Schedule
Please note that details of this schedule are subject to change.
Friday, August 23
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
- Early Move-In and Check-In
*Note: All students are to check-in at 160 Massachusetts Ave. before they start move-in, regardless of the location of their dorm room.
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
*Note: The Berklee Nutritionist will be available for questions in the Berklee Caf on the 2nd floor of 160 Massachusetts Ave. during this time.
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
- Resource Tabling Fair
- 160 Massachusetts Ave., 3rd Floor, Eisenson Room
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Housing Information Session
- 150 Massachusetts Ave., Classroom 118
5:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Welcome Dinner and Reception
- 31 Hemenway St., Room T301
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Jam Session
- David Friend Recital Hall, 921 Boylston St.
Saturday, August 24
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
- Breakfast & Info Session
- The Loft, 939 Boylston St.
- David Friend Recital Hall, 921 Boylston St.
*Note: Food will be available in the Loft starting at 9:00 a.m.; the Welcome Info Session presentation will begin at 9:30 a.m. in David Friend Recital Hall.
10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Student Workshop
- Classroom 411, 921 Boylston St.
- Family Workshop
- David Friend Recital Hall, 921 Boylston St.
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
- MIND Student Social & Lunch
- The Loft, 939 Boylston St.
- Family Member Social
- Red Room, 939 Boylston St.
Saturday, August 31
9:00-10:00 a.m.
- Breakfast
- David Friend Recital Hall, 921 Boylston St.
10:00-11:00 a.m.
- Orientation Week Debrief
- David Friend Recital Hall, 921 Boylston St.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
MIND Summer Webinars
These Zoom webinars are intended to help accepted students and their family members prepare for this year's MIND Neurodivergent Pre-Orientation. The details and dates are listed below, but registration invitations will be sent out to accepted students and their family members directly by email.
We highly encourage attending at least one webinar to make sure you are prepared for the Pre-Orientation.
- Informational Webinar for MIND Pre-orientation
- Details
- Meet other members of the 2024 MIND Cohort
- Go through the schedule for the MIND Pre-Orientation
- Questions-and-Answer session
- Dates
- Wednesday, July 31 at 6:00 p.m. ET
- Monday, August 5 at 8:00 a.m. ET
- Please note: the same information will be covered on both dates; you will only need to attend one Webinar.
- MIND Meet and Greet with Program Manager
- Details
- Meet the MIND Program Manager
- Learn more about the MIND Program (beyond the Pre-Orientation)
- Dates
- Wednesday, August 14 at 6:00 p.m. ET
- MIND Virtual Drop-in Hours
- Details
- Address final questions or concerns before the pre-orientation
- Go over the pre-orientation schedule
- Dates
- Monday, August 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET
- Tuesday, August 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, August 21 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET
- Thursday, August 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET
There will also be separate webinars open to all students and family members about accommodations and disability at Berklee. Information about those webinars is available under the "Parents and Guardians" tab.
Plan Ahead for Fall Semester
MIND Neurodivergent Pre-Orientation participants should be prepared for fall check-in now.
The billing deadline is August 1. If you do not pay your bill in full by August 1, you may face the following consequences: loss of on-campus housing, deregistration from courses, and enrollment cancellation. Pay your balance.
Students will need to clear all restrictions before participating in the program. This may include tasks like paying your bill, submitting proof of your immunizations, or finalizing visa documentation and other ISS requirements.
If you have any questions or have difficulty using my.berklee.edu to check in, please contact One Stop Student Services at onestop@berklee.edu or 617-747-6777, or visit 921 Boylston St., Suite 100.
Please contact accessibilityresources@berklee.edu if you need any additional information or assistance navigating this process.
