Boston Conservatory at Berklee Graduate Student Orientation, Spring 2023

Welcome to Graduate Orientation

Thursday, January 19 and Friday, January 20, 2023

Boston Conservatory at Berklee's Graduate Orientation is designed to introduce you to the Boston Conservatory community and familiarize you with important resources and processes that will help prepare you for success. All students beginning graduate programs this spring are required to attend graduate orientation, regardless of whether they have attended Boston Conservatory in the past. Please make sure to arrive in Boston in time to participate in the two-day event.

This site is where you can find complete details about graduate orientation, including a schedule, information on placement exams, and course registration. Please make sure to check back often, as information will be updated.

To ensure a smooth semester start, it is important that you take care of the following items prior to the start of orientation:

Complete Next Steps for Enrollment: The Next Steps Checklist can be found in the application portal. Please complete any outstanding items as soon as possible.
Boston Conservatory at Berklee Registrar's Office and Self-Service
- Submit Spring 2023 Check-In Form : This form is needed to complete your matriculation as a Boston Conservatory student. Please note, you must use your Berklee OnePass to access this form.
- For help clearing restrictions, please visit One Stop Student Services.
Prepare for Placement Exams: During orientation, all entering M.M. students are required to take proficiency exams in ear training, harmony, and music history. The exams are used to determine course placements for the semester. Exams will be held Thursday, January 19.
25Live Information and Training Webinar Registration: To access Boston Conservatory studios and classrooms for practice during the semester, students are required to sign up for a 25 Live training webinar for an overview of our space usage policy and a tutorial on how to use the 25Live scheduling system. Review training webinar times and more information here (Berklee OnePass required to access this site page).

If you have any questions about graduate orientation, please contact the Boston Conservatory Music Division at bcbmusicassistant@berklee.edu.

Information

We ask that you review the information below prior to the start of the spring semester.

Spring 2023 Orientation Schedule

TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2023
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.	Wellness Resource Fair Optional for all graduate students to attend Your health and wellbeing is a fundamental part of your success as a student, and Berklee’s Health and Wellness department is here to support you. Join our staff for an interactive Wellness Fair where you will learn strategies and resources to promote your performance, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness during your time at Berklee and beyond. All attendees will receive free giveaways, and will be entered into a drawing for additional prizes! This is also a great time to ask our Health and Wellness staff any questions that you have about our services.	The Loft, 939 Boylston

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2023
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.	Diversity & Inclusion Optional for all new students to attend either session starting at 3:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. The Diversity and Inclusion Office invites you to attend a fifty-minute training on foundational diversity, equity, and inclusion topics, inclusive community practices, and effective communication tools for difficult conversations.	31 Hemenway, T301

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.	Explore the Possibilities: Career Center Optional for all graduate students to attend either session starting at 3:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. Learn how the Career Center can support you and help you find opportunities as you explore career paths and pursue your goals. Find out how to apply for student employment and learn about internships, career programs, services, and resources. This session is mandatory for all new graduate students. Learn more at berklee.edu/career-center	Room 1W, 1140 Boylston

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2023
9:00 a.m.–10:50 a.m.	Graduate History Exam This exam is administered via Zoom and must be completed remotely. Required for all graduate students Learn more and prepare for your placement exams.	Zoom Link emailed to students
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.	CANCELLED: Music Division Welcome Lunch with Boston Conservatory Leadership
3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.	Graduate Music Theory Exam This exam is administered via Zoom and must be completed remotely. Required for all graduate students Learn more and prepare for your placement exams.	Zoom Link emailed to students

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2023
10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.	Albert Alphin Library Tour Required for all new students	8 Fenway, Floor 2
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.	Auditions, Advising, and Course Registration for all Students Large ensemble and chamber music placement auditions, followed immediately by a brief presentation and discussion on course selection and registration with Chair of Instrumental Studies Matthew Marsit.	Richard Ortner Studio Building, 132 Ipswich Street Floor 1—Room 106
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.	International Student Orientation Required for all new international students	David Friend Recital Hall, 921 Boylston Street