Freshman Orientation

See your checklist of tasks to complete before and after orientation. Freshmen starting in fall 2023 will attend Summer Orientation in June or July, so register today!

Summer Orientation 2023

students in class

At New Student Orientation, you'll meet fellow incoming students and learn about your course schedule, academic standards, living on/off campus and what it means to be a part of the TU community.

If you have questions, please email New Student and Family Programs at


Pre-Orientation Checklist

Apply for your OneCard with a photo that meets OneCard requirements by June 1 so that it will be available for pickup when you attend Orientation. Not submitting your OneCard application on time may result in a delay in receiving your card.

Freshman Orientation Dates*

    • Friday, June 30 
    • Monday, July 10
    • Thursday, July 13
    • Friday, July 14
    • Monday, July 17
    • Thursday, July 20 
    • Friday, July 21 

*Incoming D1 Athletes should attend on July 13. FTP students should attend on June 26, June 29, July 10, or July 14. TU for Balt students should attend on July 17.

New Student Orientation will be held this summer for freshmen starting TU in fall 2023. Don't forget to register your family member or guest for Family Orientation.

At New Student Orientation, you'll meet fellow incoming students and learn about your course schedule, academic standards, living on/off campus and what it means to be a part of the TU community.

If you have questions, please email New Student and Family Programs at 

Complete your pre-orientation module no later than 48 hours prior to orientation.

  • Students: use your NetID and password to login to the student portal to ensure your participation is recorded.  
  • Guests: Use the guest portal, not your student's login, to participate in the pre-orientation module. Signing up is easy and free.  Use the Guest portal, not your student's log-in, to participate in the pre-orientation module. Signing up is easy and free.

Post-Orientation Checklist

Complete all three mandatory prevention programs — Alcohol; Prescription Addiction Opioids; Sexual Violence. Login with your TU ID.

Complete your immunization requirements and upload your health insurance card

Learn about paymentse-rebates and refunds, and your 1098-T consent.

Visit your Towson Online Services Student Dashboard To-Do List (login)
to accept your financial aid, see your schedule, check your immunization status, and more.


Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all incoming students are required to attend Orientation. If you have questions, email New Student and Family Programs at

A fee up to $175, charged to your bill, covers all Welcome to TU programs, orientation materials (including a bag, planner, new student guide, lanyard and T-shirt) and student staffing for all programs. See information on fee waivers and our fee policy.