First-Year Student Orientation for Fall
First-year students who will begin their studies in the fall typically attend a Two-Day Orientation Program in June or July. However, students unable to attend a Two-Day Program will attend a One-Day Program in August.

Planning your visit
Click here for the tentative agenda, arrival instructions, meal, and lodging options.

Planning for a Two-Day Program

Preparing for Orientation
Complete any required online placement tests at least 14 days before attending Orientation. You may also want to review the course registration process and create your University e-mail account.

Take Your Placement Tests
Review Class Registration Process
Create Your University E-Mail Account

Get ready for Welcome Week
Fall 2009 classes will begin Monday, August 24. Once you are settled into your residence hall room or apartment, plan to attend Welcome Week activities designed to further introduce you to campus (and other new students!).

Programs for nontraditional students
If you are a "nontraditional" student in that you are older or managing multiple roles (parenting, for example), the One-Day Programs in August may meet your needs better than one of our Two-Day Programs for first-year students. Before making your online reservation, call us at 319-335-1497 for details.