• If you have not received an email from the Parents Relations Office, please email parents@westmont.edu to update your contact information.
• If you are traveling from a distance and will need to spend the night in Santa Barbara following your student's move-in time, visit our lodging and accommodations page for options (For information on lodging and accommodations)
• Check your student’s financial aid status 
• Pay your first bill
• Encourage your student to sign up for a First-Year Seminar and a First-Year Retreat. 
• For more information, go to the Student Orientation website.

• Enrolling in college is an exciting time for your family, but it also raises a lot of questions. That’s why we invite you to attend Parent Orientation!
• At our Parent Orientation you’ll learn about the various aspects of the college’s academic, residential, and student life programs. 
• You’ll meet President Gayle D. Beebe, faculty, administrative staff, other parents and students. 
• You’ll receive information tailored just for you and gain a deeper sense of sharing in your student’s college life.

• Computer
• Multiple outlet surge protectors 
• Towels and washcloths
• Blankets, pillows and extra-long twin sheets (36 x 80 in)
• Laundry bag or basket
• Small basket for carrying personal bathroom supplies
• Earbuds
• See a full packing list

• Hot Plate
• Microwave oven
• Toaster/toaster oven
• Air conditioner (small portable evaporative coolers okay)
• Halogen floor lamp
• Extension cords
• Candles and oil lamps
• Incense
• Duct tape
• Pets (fish are OK)
• Drums
• Car
• Chairs, desks or beds

You can begin shipping packages to Westmont's Mail Center on 8/15. You can find instructions on how to address packages and mail on their webpage.  

Mail for students should be addressed as follows:

Student's Name
955 La Paz Rd.
Student's Dorm and Room #
Santa Barbara, CA 93108