Welcome to the Lehigh community!

 

Graduate students meeting each other outside

Congratulations on your acceptance to Lehigh!  The Graduate Education and Life office is here to assist you with any student life concerns by providing you information, referrals, advice, and consultation. Please take a look at the Graduate Student Resource Book, as well as other material on this website to help you prepare for life in our community.  Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. 

Graduate Student Orientation - Spring 2026

Picture of graduate ambassadors and Grad Life Office staff
  • General Orientation: Thursday, January 15, 2026, 9AM to12PM

Location: STEPS, Room 101, Lehigh University, 1 West  Packer Ave, Bethlehem, PA 
Google Maps Link: STEPS, Lehigh University

  • Lab Safety Training: Date to be determined

REGISTRATION required. Registration links will become available near the end of October.

 

 

Registration

General Orientation: Spring 2026 (live link available end of October) Lab Safety Training: Spring 2026 (live link available end of October)

Helpful Information

If you have been awarded a teaching assistant (TA) position:

Training: Teacher assistant training will be offered and is required for those who have been awarded a teacher assistant position. TA trainings are offered in the spring and fall, and information will be sent to students. 

Testing: If you have been offered a teaching assistant position, you may need to take and pass the TOPSS test or an OPI. For more information, click here.

Hosted by Environmental Health & Safety. This training must be completed if you will be working a lab. Please register for this training using the sign up link/button above.

The Office of International Students and Scholars is a valuable source for international students. An orientation is held twice a year and information can be found here.

Please make sure to complete all necessary forms regarding health information. Forms and information can be found on the Health & Wellness Center's new incoming student information page.

New graduate students can establish their Lehigh computing account by clicking here

Graduate Student Resource book '25-'26 can be found using this link.

The welcome letter for spring 2026 incoming graduate students will be available near the end of October. 

Library & Technology Services (LTS) Information

Student Computer Guide For New Students Students and Family Tech Talk Video Recording (2025) Tech Talk Slide Deck