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2026 EOF Summer Studies Institute

The EOF Summer Studies Institute is the foundation of your academic, personal, and professional success at Ramapo College. This five-week summer bridge program is required for all our incoming first-year EOF scholars to assist with the transition to college.

The in-personal residential Summer Studies Institute is:

Sunday, July 5 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

This year’s program will be in-person and requires you to live on campus for the above dates. Our summer institute has NO cost as the EOF Program and the college pay for course tuition, fees, and books. By participating in our EOF Summer Studies Institute, EOF Scholars will:

Earn credits during the five-week summer program;
Be assigned an EOF Advisor who provides one-on-one advisement and teaches your summer seminar course;
Be matched with a Peer Success Mentor who will continue with you through your first year at Ramapo;
Be provided an opportunity to review and refresh your math skills through Reclaim my Math for those who qualify;
Participate in weekly workshops and special topics with alumni and campus presenters.

Congratulations Roadrunner!

Once you are accepted and deposit as a Ramapo EOF Scholar, use the drop-down menus below to help you complete your next steps.

DEPOSITED STUDENTS: Confirm Your Spot in the EOF Summer Studies Institute

Congratulations on becoming an EOF Roadrunner! We are excited to welcome you to our EOF family this summer. To help us prepare for you, starting May 1, please complete the following:

Confirm your spot in the EOF Summer Studies Institute by registering for Move-In Day!
Complete the EOF Summer Intake form.
- This form will help us to get to know more about you as a person.
- On this form, you will also be able to request a roommate for the EOF Summer.
Complete the Summer Food Service Program Application.
- Email the completed form to EOFDesk@ramapo.edu.

Activate Your Ramapo College Email

Activate Your Ramapo College Email Address

To activate your account, please use your R Number and your birthdate.
Your Personal Current Email Address will be used to verify your identity during activation of your account.
Once you followed all instructions and setup your password, you should begin checking your Ramapo email at: g.ramapo.edu

Complete Placement Testing

Complete Placement Testing (Beginning in April, if applicable)

Please note, for transfer credit, AP scores and/or SAT/ACT scores to exempt you from testing, you must officially send transcripts/score reports to admissions@ramapo.edu.

Complete Virtual New Student Module Before

Please note: after May 1, access will be granted 24-48 business hours after your deposit has been processed by Admissions.

Save the Date for your EOF In-Person Orientation: June 23, June 24, June 25. Spots are limited. You will only need to attend one day.

During this on campus event this summer you will meet other new students, learn from our student leaders, and register for your First Year Seminar. We encourage you to bring your family for our Parent and Family program; you may bring up to two guests to join you on this day.

Immediately following the campus orientation event, you will to wrap up your day with the EOF Summer Studies Institute Orientation. Scholars and their families will gain insight into summer expectations, explore the program agenda, meet the EOF staff, and more!

Questions? Email orient@ramapo.edu and the Student Success Team will be happy to assist you.

Submit Immunization Information Before June 30

Complete the New Student Immunization Packet by June 30th.

Once you have obtained your immunization documents, please submit your immunization forms to Health Services via email (immunize@ramapo.edu) or fax at 201-684-7534 or 201-684-7974.

Complete On-Campus Fall Housing Information

Important information about on-campus housing for the upcoming semester will be sent on May 15, 2026 to all new students who submitted their housing deposit. This information will be sent to your Ramapo email account. For more information about On-Campus Housing, please visit our Residence Life Website.

Financial Aid Requirements

If you have any questions regarding your Financial Aid package please contact Ms. Tancy Nunez in the Office of Financial Aid, tnunez@ramapo.edu. Please upload all documents required from the Financial Aid office prior to June 5th.

Please note that our EOF Advisors are available for in-person and virtual meetings. If you need to see your advisor in person, contact them directly to schedule an appointment. If you need to contact us, please call our office number (201) 684-7541 or direct your questions to EOFdesk@ramapo.edu, and we will reply to your message within one business day. Thank you for your patience.

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