Dates and Fees
Quicklinks:
- Orientation Dates & Registration
- Important Reminder
- Orientation Fees
- How to Complete Hybrid Orientation
- How to Complete Online Orientation
Upcoming Orientation Sessions
Freshman, Transfer/Nontraditional, and Catch-All sessions are HYBRID. For both HYBRID and 100% ONLINE Orientation, students will receive a confirmation message within 48 hours of registration with links to the Online Orientation modules, completion quiz, and for hybrid sessions, on-campus event details.
Select an Orientation date designated for your student type:
- Freshman: Fewer than 30 credits, graduated high school within the past 4 years.
- Transfer/Nontraditional: 30+ credits or graduated high school 5+ years ago.
- Catch-All: Open to all degree-seeking Freshman, Transfer, and Nontraditional students.
- Online: Open to Transfer students, Nontraditional students, and students in fully online bachelor degree programs.
Not sure of your student type or program type? Find out here and get ready to become a Laker!
Online Orientation
100% ONLINE
NOTE: Online Orientation is self-paced and there is no live online meeting. Once you register,
complete the modules and quiz ASAP.
| Event Deadline | Registration Deadline | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|
| Completion deadline: August 12 |
August 11 |
Orientation Fee
The orientation fee is a one-time, nonrecurring charge.
| Student Type | Student Cost* | Guest Fee |
|---|---|---|
| All New Degree-Seeking Freshman Students | $100.00 | $30.00 per guest, up to two guests allowed |
| All New Degree-Seeking Transfer and Nontraditional Students | $100.00 | $30.00 per guest, one guest allowed |
| Students in Fully Online Degree Programs | $100.00 | Not applicable |
| Dual Enrollment, Non-Degree (Certificate, Transient, and Post-Baccalaureate), Readmit, and Graduate Students | Not required | Not applicable |
- The mandatory orientation fee is $100 for all newly admitted, degree-seeking freshman, transfer, and nontraditional students, effective Summer 2024.
- Bringing guests is optional but encouraged. Guest fees for hybrid registrants are due upon registration.
- Register early! Space is limited and sessions fill on a first-come, first-serve basis. Secure your spot today!
All orientation fees are nonrefundable and have limited transferability. Orientation completion is valid for three semesters.
Important Reminder - Eligibility
The following student types are NOT eligible to register for Orientation:
- Dual Enrollment Students (learn more about Dual Enrollment Orientation)
- Readmitted Students
- Transient Students
- Students in Certificate Programs
- Graduate Students (learn more about Graduate Orientation)
- Applicants who have not been admitted
For a full list of orientation policies, view this page.