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Students and families are responsible for arranging and covering all travel and flight costs. Students should arrive at either Ontario International Airport (ONT) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) by 3:30 p.m. on July 12. Coordinated transportation will be provided for all ASPIRE students between the airport and campus, if scheduled during the recommended arrival and departure times. Room check-out will occur at 8 a.m. on July 24. For return travel, families should schedule departing flights by 3 p.m. on July 24.

Families will receive detailed instructions, emergency contacts, and pickup procedures prior to the program start date.

Travel and Arrival Information聽

Travel by Air

To ensure a smooth arrival experience, we strongly recommend flying into Ontario International Airport (ONT). Located just 10 miles from campus, ONT offers a significantly easier and faster pickup process than Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Arrival Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026

• Arrival Window: Please schedule flights to land at ONT between noon and 5 p.m.
• Greeting and Shuttle: ASPIRE staff and mentors will be stationed at the ONT baggage claim with program signage to greet students. We provide coordinated shuttle transportation directly from the airport to campus for all students arriving during this window.
• Travel Exceptions: If you are unable to fly into ONT or cannot arrive during the designated time, please contact us at aspire@hmc.edu before booking so we can assist with alternative travel coordination.

Departure Date: Friday, July 24, 2026

We provide a fully supported departure process to ensure every student travels home safely. For those flying, the program coordinates shuttle transportation directly to Ontario International Airport (ONT).

• Departure Window: Please schedule departing flights between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
• Airport Support: ASPIRE staff and mentors will accompany students on these shuttles and remain with them at the airport to assist with airline check-in, baggage drops, and navigating security checkpoints.

Travel Coordination: While detailed departure instructions will be shared closer to the program start date, please email us at aspire@hmc.edu if you need assistance coordinating your travel plans.

Travel by Car聽

Arrival Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026

Families driving students to campus should plan to arrive between noon and 4 p.m. Specific drop-off instructions and a campus map will be emailed to enrolled families closer to the program start date.

Departure Date: Friday, July 24, 2026

Families picking up students should plan to arrive between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Staff will be stationed at the residence halls to facilitate room check-out and help load luggage.

The Arrival Experience

We want students to feel at home the moment they step onto campus. Here is what the first day looks like:

• Move-In & Settle In: Upon arrival at the dorms, program staff and mentors will be ready to assist students with check-in, key distribution, and moving luggage into their rooms.
• Meet Your Cohort: Mentors will facilitate icebreakers and help students get to know their roommates and peers as everyone arrives.
• Welcome Banquet: The evening concludes with a fully catered ASPIRE Welcome Banquet for all students, mentors, and staff. It鈥檚 a time to relax, enjoy a great meal, and officially kick off the program together before classes start Monday morning.

Questions about Travel?

If you have specific concerns about flight times or logistics, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Email: aspire@hmc.edu.