Welcome to the University of St Andrews! We are pleased to invite those due to begin their studies in September 2026 to our online information sessions and in-person send-off events for incoming students (bejants) and their families. The sessions and events help to prepare students and families before the start of the academic year, connecting them with the St Andrews community, as well as offering the opportunity to ask questions.

In-person events will take place over the summer in the areas listed below. Please check back soon for the full schedule with dates.

North America Event Locations (subject to change)

Please Note: we invite you to register your interest in joining events marked TBD. We will email you directly with updates once dates are confirmed.

 

North American Send-Off Events

DateTimeRegion
Wed 17th Jun 20266-8pm ETRye, NY
NOTE: This event has taken place - registrations closed
Tue 14th Jul 20266-8pm ETNYC 1 - Midtown
NOTE: This event has taken place - registrations closed
Wed 15th Jul 20266-8pm ETDC Area - Arlington, VA
NOTE: This event has taken place - registrations closed
Mon 3rd Aug 20266-8pm PTSeattle, WA
Wed 5th Aug 20266-8pm PTSan Francisco, CA
Thu 6th Aug 20266-8pm PTLA Area - Santa Monica, CA
Tue 11th Aug 20265-7pm CTAustin, TX
Tue 11th Aug 20266-8pm ETSouthampton, NY
Wed 12th Aug 20266-8pm ETBoston, MA
Thu 13th Aug 20266-8pm ETToronto, ON
Fri 14th Aug 20266:30 – 8:30PM CTChicago Area - Wilmette, IL
Wed 19th Aug 20266-8pm ETNYC 2 - Upper East Side

Hong Kong Send-Off Event

DateTimeRegion
Tue 18th Aug 2026Time TBD Hong Kong

Sign up to online information sessions at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/develop-2/bejant/

Parents/Families of incoming students:
If you are a parent or guardian of an incoming student,  please join our Family Programme to ensure you receive updates and invitations from the University.  Please note that only those registering on the Family Programme will receive information about registration for bejant receptions, orientation week events, other events throughout the year as well as regular e-newsletters from the University.

Contact: families@st-andrews.ac.uk