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Welcome to Pratt!

Welcome to a community of makers and innovators. You’ve just joined 130+ years of creative history in the heart of Brooklyn. Now let’s get you ready for fall.

Complete these required next steps so you’re ready to go on day one. Some deadlines are coming up fast—check the dates below and start now.

You can track your progress in your Applicant Status Portal. We’re here to help along the way.

Set Up OnePratt Account

Approximately 48 to 72 hours after submitting your deposit, you will receive an email from onekey@pratt.edu with your new Pratt email address, your OneKey username and login information. This will give you access to the OnePratt portal, where you will have access to your class schedule, your student financial account, and more.

Reserve On-Campus Housing
Due May 1 and June 1

Living on campus puts you steps away from studios, labs, and your creative community.

Here’s how to reserve on-campus housing:

  1. Submit your $300 housing deposit
    Due May 1
  2. Complete your housing application (including meal plan preferences)
    Due June 1

Both are required to guarantee on-campus housing. Applications submitted after the deadline will be waitlisted and housing will be assigned as space becomes available.

Contact Residential Life and Housing at reslife@pratt.edu or 718.399.4551.

Need housing or dietary accommodations?
Contact the Learning/Access Center at lac@pratt.edu by May 1.

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A cozy shared bedroom features two distinct sleeping areas. On the left, a person with long dark hair sits on a bed surrounded by colorful stuffed animals, working on a laptop. On the right, another person with wavy blond hair smiles while using a laptop amidst pillows and a blanket. The room is decorated with posters, photos, and colorful decor, and large windows show a foggy city view outside.

Health Forms
Due June 1

New York State requires all students to submit health forms. Complete your Health Evaluation Packet by June 1 to avoid any registration delays.

Forms you’ll need to submit:

  • Immunizations:
  • Tuberculosis (TB) screening: completed within the last 12 months
  • Physical examination: completed within the last 6 months
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Two individuals are engaged in an art studio setting. One person, wearing a denim jacket and a pink shirt, is standing beside another seated individual, who is wearing a brown hoodie and a white shirt. The standing person appears to be giving guidance or feedback, pointing towards an easel or workstation in front of the seated individual, who is holding a pencil and looking attentively. In the background, there is a trash bin and large windows allowing natural light to enter the room.

Pre-register for Classes
Due June 1

After May 1, you’ll receive a pre-registration form via your Pratt email. Complete it by June 1, and your academic advisor will handle the rest.

Once your schedule is set, you’ll get a confirmation with instructions on how to view it online.

Good to know:

  • Advisors are assigned by major—find yours through Undergraduate Advising
  • You won’t build your schedule yourself; your advisor registers you based on your form
  • Need to make changes? A course adjustment period will be available—check Registration Guidelines for details

Keep in mind: Submitting your pre-registration form authorizes Pratt to register you for classes and generate your tuition bill. Your bill will be online starting July 1 and is due August 1.

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Two women are closely examining a camera set on a tripod in a brightly lit studio. One woman, wearing an orange shirt, gestures while holding the camera, and the other, in a brown top with glasses, observes intently. The background features green hues, with some studio equipment visible.

International Students
Due June 1

If you’re joining us from outside the U.S., there are a few additional steps to complete before you arrive.

Questions? Contact the Office of International Affairs at OIA@pratt.edu or 718.636.3674.

Submit Final Official Transcripts
Due August 1

Submit your final official transcript by August 1—it must include your graduation date and a signature from a school representative.

How to submit:

  • Electronically: Sent directly from your school
  • By mail: In a sealed envelope from your school

Failure to submit may impact your ability to begin classes.

Health Insurance
Due August 1

All students are automatically enrolled in Pratt’s health insurance plan. Already have coverage? Submit a waiver by August 1 to opt out.

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A partially completed drawing is displayed on an easel, showing rough sketches of human figures. A hand holding a pencil is seen in the foreground, actively working on the drawing. In the background, other artists are seated at similar easels, focused on their work in an art studio setting.

Mark Your Calendar: Tuition and Fees
Due August 1

  • July 1: Fall bill available in OnePratt
  • August 1: Fall tuition and fees due
  • December 19: Spring tuition and fees due

Request Accommodation Plan

To request an accommodation plan for a documented disability, submit your request to the Learning/Access Center.

Key deadlines:

  • May 1: Housing accommodations
  • August 1: Classroom accommodations

Questions? Contact lac@pratt.edu to schedule a meeting.

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Get Your Pratt ID
Due August 1

Submit your photo online by August 1. You’ll pick up your ID card at orientation—just bring your tuition receipt or residence hall room key.

See You at Orientation on August 16!

August 16 is the day—move-in, orientation, and the official start of your Pratt journey.

Get all the details on what to bring, where to go, and what to expect.

Explore Orientation

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Haven’t submitted your deposit to confirm your enrollment yet?

Please visit our Admitted Undergraduate Students page.