2020-2021 Undergraduate Bulletin > Policies and General Information > General Information > Admissions > Orientation > New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation

Orientation on CMU’s Main Campus

New freshman or transfer students are required to attend an on-campus orientation and advisement program prior to their first semester. Academic orientation takes place during the summer for the fall semester and in early January for the spring semester.

Scheduling an Orientation Session. Scheduling an orientation session is easy. Upon admission to Central Michigan University, detailed orientation scheduling information is e-mailed to you. Main campus students will be required to submit the $175 enrollment deposit fee and request an orientation date that fits your schedule.

What will new freshmen learn at orientation?

At orientation, new freshmen will:

• Personalized meetings with academic advisors and other CMU staff;
• Meeting with academic colleges to learn more about specific majors;
• Photograph for campus ID card;
• An explanation of university policies and procedures including parking permits, financial aid, billing, tuition and banking;
• Registering for students’ first semester classes.

What will transfer students learn at orientation?

The needs of new Central Michigan University transfer students are very specific. At orientation, new transfer students will have an opportunity to have general as well as detailed questions answered. Students attending transfer orientation will:

• Register for first semester classes;
• Meeting with staff, faculty, and advisors to plan your success at CMU;
• An opportunity to learn about various university resources;
• Connect with classmates and other families joining the CMU community.

Campus and Community Life Orientation for New Students

Immediately prior to start of the fall semester classes, new students are invited to an extensive offering of programs, special events, and informational meetings focused on students and their success in the Central Michigan University community.

Orientation for New Freshman and Transfer Students Admitted to Online or Satellite Locations

Upon admission to Central Michigan University, completion of the New Student Orientation is recommended. Orientation can be done at a CMU Center or online at http://global.cmich.edu/orientation. Many of the same topics listed above are included. Orientation will familiarize new or returning students to CMU with processes, policies, programs of study, and other helpful information for academic success. There is no fee for completing online orientation.