- When is Orientation for transfer students?
- Why should I attend Orientation?
- Do I need to register in advance for Orientation?
- What is the Online Pre-Orientation?
- What if I cannot attend Orientation?
- What if I miss my Orientation date or need to change/cancel my registration?
- I've already registered for Orientation; however, I need to change my registration date.
- How do I cancel my guest for Orientation or change my guest information?
- Why is there a fee for Orientation?
- How and when do I pay my Orientation fees?
- Why are fees posted to my account in the month of August?
- Why does the Admissions Office need my final transcripts and test scores?
- What if my final transcripts are not received by the deadline?
- How can I be sure my official documents will be processed on time for Orientation?
- As a transfer student, am I required to take placement exams?
When is Orientation for transfer students?
In response to the campus announcement sent last week that the first week of instruction would be delivered through remote instruction to allow students more time to test for COVID, New Student Orientation will be delivered remotely through Zoom on Friday, January 14th. For complete details, visit the Orientation Overview page.
Once students register for their orientation date they will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to complete their orientation.
Why should I attend Orientation?
Do I need to register in advance for Orientation?
Yes! Registering in advance is crucial because spots are limited for each session and advising and registration materials need to be prepared for each student. Requests for guest add-ons will only be accommodated if space is available. We strongly suggest that you register by January 03, 2022, in order to reserve your seat. It is easy to register online—here's how.
What if I cannot attend Orientation?
What if I miss my Orientation date or need to change/cancel my registration?
Refunds cannot be made. Spaces are limited, so all new students are encouraged to make a strong commitment to attending once they have submitted their registration. You may edit your Orientation registration online until two weeks prior to your orientation date.
I've already registered for Orientation; however, I need to change my registration date.
How do I cancel my guest for Orientation or change my guest information?
- Log back into the registration system
- Select Parents/Guests from the left side menu
- Click anywhere on the registered guest information you previously entered
- In the new window that appears, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Delete
- You will see your guest information deleted in the Parents/Guests page
- Click on Save & Continue on the bottom of the page to confirm changes
- You may view updates or changes under MyReservation on the left side menu
- Log into the registration system
- Select Parents/Guests from the left side menu
- Click Add A Parent/Guest!
- In the new window, provide the required information and click on Add at the bottom of the page
- Click on Save & Continue on the bottom of the page to confirm changes
- You may view updates or changes under MyReservation on the left side menu
Why is there a fee for Orientation?
Considering the shift to an online Orientation experience, the Orientation fee is currently being reviewed. A decision regarding the fee will be made and communicated by Friday, January 7th.
How and when do I pay my Orientation fees?
Once you complete registration, Orientation fees will be posted to your UC Merced student account and must be paid in full by the Spring 2022 fee payment deadline (TBD). Make your payment online. It is your responsibility to pay all orientation fees by the payment deadline.
Why are fees posted to my account in the month of January?
Why does the Admissions Office need my final transcripts and test scores?
What if my final transcripts are not received by the deadline?
It is your responsibility to ensure that the Admissions Office receives your final transcripts and any other required materials. We understand that some of you are finishing your fall term and that your final official transcripts for this term may not be available before Orientation. Even if your materials do not arrive prior to your Orientation date, we still strongly encourage you to attend Orientation. The Office of Admissions considers your admission status as provisionally admitted until final transcripts are received and, therefore, may cancel a student's admission if transcripts do not meet qualifications or are not received by the deadline.
How can I be sure my official documents will be processed on time for Orientation?
Go to MyAdmissions and look for Requirements that have not been received. This information is updated with receipt dates when your transcripts and test scores arrive. Ask your schools and colleges to use the following address for Admissions:
UC Merced Admissions
5200 North Lake Road
Merced, CA 95343-5603
Be sure to use UC Merced's institution codes as you request official score reports:
- ACT code: 0450
- College Board code: 4129