Freshmen Orientation

Complete Pre-Orientation 

You must complete an online pre-orientation module 48 hours prior to your scheduled orientation date. 

Freshman Orientation Summer 2020 Dates

Freshmen who have not yet completed their orientation can register for our final orientation date on August 19, 2020 at 1:00 pm EST. If you are unable to register for this date, please email newstudentprograms AT_TOWSON. Freshman orientation will be held online where you will meet with your orientation leader via Zoom. Check your TU email one day prior to your scheduled orientation for log in information. 

Building Community Live Panel Sessions

Incoming students are invited to join these opt-in panel sessions to further connect with other incoming students and campus partners. For each session, students will need to register with their name and TU email- registration links will be posted the week of each session. The schedule for the panel sessions is as follows:

Thursday, July 16: Academic Colleges and Undecided

Thursday, July 23: Housing and Off Campus Living

Thursday, July 30: Building Community Spaces 

• First Generation
• Millitary and Veterans
• Accessibility and Disability Services
• Transfer Students
• Undocumented Students
• Mature/Non-Traditional Aged Students
• Freshman Transition Program Students

Thursday, August 6: Building Community Spaces Part 2 (African American/Black, APIDA, Latinx, LGBTQ+, Women, Religious Identity)

A live session will be offered at 4 p.m. EST on each of these days.

 

frequently asked questions

What is New Student Orientation? 

New Student Orientation is a mandatory program designed to introduce you to TU’s academic expectations and help you meet fellow incoming students. You will learn about your course schedule, academic standards, living on/off campus and what it means to be a part of the TU community. 

Will I be able to register for classes during New Student Orientation?

No. The Office of Academic Advising registers new first-year students for the fall term. You must fill out the Academic Interest Form in order for advisers to place you in classes. 

Can a family member, guest or friend participate in New Student Orientation?

Yes. You must register your guest at the same time you sign up for your New Student Orientation session. Each guest will attend Family Orientation and will not attend student-only sessions. 

How do I request on-campus housing? What if I want to live off-campus?

Freshman students can apply for on-campus housing through Housing and Residence Life  (separate requests are needed to live in Millennium Hall or Paca and Tubman Houses).

If you are looking to live off-campus, TU has a new Off Campus Housing Finder that will help you locate apartment complexes close to campus.

What is the fee for New Student Orientation? 

The fee for students is $110 and is charged to your fall term bursar’s bill. Guests will not be charged for participating in the virtual version of family orientation. Download our fee policy here.

For students who may need a fee waiver, please complete this form.