New Student Orientation is a requirement for all new students. Orientation will provide valuable information to help jumpstart your transition to UC Merced!
FALL ORIENTATION PROGRAMMING
Learn more at orientation.ucmerced.edu/student-orientation/orientation-overview
- Online Pre-Orientation (available starting June 4th)
- In-person Orientation Days
- Webinars to help prepare you for campus
Orientation is a three-part experience that begins with Online Pre-Orientation and continues throughout the summer.
- Online Pre-Orientation: Complete this one-hour online experience at least 2 weeks prior to your Orientation date. Online Pre-Orientation opens June 5th.
- Orientation Day (In-person): You and your guest(s) will hear from current students and staff about what it means to be a successful student. This on-campus full-day experience is designed for you as well as your family and supporters.
- Webinar (Online): Participate in a live webinar to continue learning about resources to help you be successful at UC Merced. The webinar will focus on Financing Your University Education.
THROUGH ORIENTATION, YOU WILL:
- Learn tips that will help you achieve academic success at UC Merced
- Get information about essential campus resources
- Hear from current students about what it's like to be a Bobcat
- Make new friends
- Get your questions answered
- Get connected, get motivated, and get prepared
Register for Orientation by June 12. Reservations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost to participate in Orientation is $110. The cost for parents and guests is $100 each. We encourage you to register parents, guardians and supporters so we can provide resources and information designed especially for them.
Important Fall Orientation Dates*
Summer 2024 Orientation Dates:
Wednesday, July 10
Saturday, July 13 Tuesday, July 16 Thursday, July 18 Saturday, July 20 Wednesday, July 24 Friday, July 26 Monday, July 29 Wednesday, July 31
Transfer Student Orientation:
Saturday, July 13 Friday, July 26
Online Pre-orientation: Available starting Tuesday, June 4th. Please complete the online pre-orientation at least 1 week prior to your in-person orientation date. It will take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete.
*Complete your Online Pre-Orientation 2 weeks prior to your Orientation date.
