Overview
Kick off the Fall 2026 semester and get a head start with everything you need to know. Join us for Welcome Day to learn what to expect the first week of classes, learn helpful tips, and hear from current students.
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Get advice from CSM student leaders
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Connect with Counseling, Transfer Services, Financial Aid, and Student Life
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Tour campus with a student leader
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Pick up your student ID card
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Enjoy lunch with your new campus community
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Financial Aid Services will offer optional drop-in assistance beginning at 12:30 pm
This event will take place in CSM’s College Center (Building 10). Event parking is available in Lot A — see map at collegeofsanmateo.edu/map.
For additional accommodations or interpreting needs, please contact the Center for Student Life at (650) 574-6141 or csmstudentlife@smccd.edu.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Check-in begins at 9 am
- Event runs 9:30 am - 12 pm
- College Center Building 10 Bayview Dining Room
Directions to CSM
From Highway 280 (traveling North or South):Take the Highway 92 exit east toward the San Mateo Bridge. Exit at W. Hillsdale Boulevard,
turning left at the traffic light at the end of the exit ramp onto W. Hillsdale Blvd.
Proceed up hill through traffic lights and pass the main CSM entrance on right. Turn
right at stop sign into Lot A.
From Highway 101 or from El Camino Real (traveling North or South):Take the Highway 92 exit west toward Half Moon Bay. Exit at W. Hillsdale Boulevard,
turning right at the traffic light at the end of the exit ramp onto W. Hillsdale Blvd.
Proceed up hill through traffic lights and pass the main CSM entrance on right. Turn
right at stop sign into Lot A.
July 30 starting at 3 pm
August 12, 2026
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