Program for Students
The New Student Orientation program includes a variety of activities that are meant to help you successfully transition to the University and prepare you for an exciting first semester. Orientation is a great opportunity to meet students, staff, and faculty, find out what it takes to be a successful student, and learn about helpful campus resources. The one-day session starts at 8:00 and continues to 5:00 pm. Please plan to stay for the entire time. A continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided throughout the day. At Orientation you can:
- Receive Academic Advising and get registered for spring courses*
- Go on a campus tour
- Learn tips that will help you achieve academic success at UC Merced
- Get information about helpful campus resources
- Meet professors and learn about their teaching/research interests
- Hear from current students about campus life
- Make new friends
- Visit the Bookstore to purchase UC Merced gear
- Get your individual questions answered
- Have your Photo ID taken for your CatCard
*Your transcripts, test scores, and other required academic documents must be received in Admissions by January 6, 2010 to register for courses during your session.
Ready to sign up? Follow the registration link on the left of this page!
Still have questions about Orientation? See our FAQ page.