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New Student Orientation

Get to know New Student Orientation!

Welcome to Â鶹ÊÓƵ!

Welcome to life as an Eagle! At Â鶹ÊÓƵ, we're changemakers. We’re all about building connections, strengthening community, and creating a better future. On campus or off, in DC or abroad, we rise to the challenges of our times—and we do it together.

New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation, or NSO, is our in-person orientation experience that starts as soon as you arrive to campus in January. During NSO, you will meet with new and returning students and staff, become familiar with campus resources, and explore DC through our off-campus excursions.

This year,ÌýSpring NSO will be held in-person from Thursday, January 9-Saturday, January 11, 2025 and is required for all incoming undergraduate students—both first-year and transfer. If you haven't already RSVP'd to participate in Spring NSO, please do so here, and continue toÌýmonitor your Â鶹ÊÓƵ email for additional information!

Transfer Students

We know you're not newÌýto college, but you are probably new to our campus and the Eagle family.ÌýOur NSO program is designed forÌýallÌýof our new Eagle undergraduate students—not just those attending college for the first time.


Once you officially deposit to Â鶹ÊÓƵ, you will begin receiving information from your Â鶹ÊÓƵ school or college with information regarding class registration and other important tasks. If you do not receive information, please contact the advising office of the school or college that houses your intended major. We recommend responding to your advisor as timely as possible so that you can effectively create your class schedule.

Given the number and complexity of requirements in many majors, it is important to create an academic plan with your advisor. They will help you develop your interests and goals, review the transfer credits you have been awarded, and register you for your first semester classes.Ìý

Note that you won't register for classes during orientation. Your advisor will review your proposed course selection for your fall classes, and-if appropriate-clear you to register. You'll then sign up for your courses using the online Â鶹ÊÓƵ Registration System.

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Transfer Student Resources

Next steps, resources and FAQs to help New Transfer Students prepare for success at Â鶹ÊÓƵ.

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Transfer Credit Process

Have questions about the process of transferring in credits? Learn more about transferring your credit to Â鶹ÊÓƵ.

Want to track your progress as you prepare for Â鶹ÊÓƵ? Check out to make sure you're ready.

International Students

International Student Orientation covers important immigration, employment, and cross cultural sessions, as well as academic information specifically of interest to all international students beginning at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. International Student Orientation is hosted byÌýInternational Student & Scholar Services (ISSS). Learn more about what to expect on ISSS's page:
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Additional Resources

Engage Student Involvement platform


is a platform to help you connect with student organizations and activities on campus. There is also a mobile app. (Â鶹ÊÓƵ login is required.)

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Family members are important partners in the success of our students. Find out how to connect with us, find answers to questions, and support your student on this journey!

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New Student Newsletters

Check out the latest new student newsletters here!

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Housing & Residence Life

Find your home on campus! Learn more about the residence halls and residence life for incoming students.

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