Things to Do Before your In-Person Orientation
Register for Orientation
- First-Year and Transfer students should register by January 5, 2026.
Check Your UC Merced Email
- Look for your confirmation and updates.
Explore the Orientation Website
- Browse this site for answers to your orientation questions.
Complete the Online Pre-Orientation
- Available starting December 2026. Complete it before your in-person orientation experience.
Attend Your In-Person Orientation
Friday, January 16, 2026
Questions? Contact us at orientation@ucmerced.edu
