Orientation
Welcome to New Student Orientation!
The entire university community is excited to welcome you to campus. Our goal is to assist students and their families in making a smooth transition into university life by providing a holistic orientation experience, connecting you to campus resources, and helping you navigate your next steps toward academic success.
Undergraduate Students
Attending orientation is required for all new freshmen and transfer students. Before signing up for orientation, please view your .
All enrolled undergraduate students will be assessed a $70 mandatory orientation fee on their student billing statement, which covers programming and transition resources regardless of session attendance.
Freshman Orientation
- Requirement: Required for all incoming first-year students.
- Process: New first-year students must contact and meet with an academic advisor to register for classes and orientation.
- For assistance please contact One Stop Center.
Transfer Student Orientation
- Requirement: Required for all new transfer students.
- Process: .
- Important Note: Academic advising is not available at orientation. We highly recommend meeting with your advisor and registering for courses before attending.
- Fewer than 45 credits: Contact the general Advising Center to register for courses.
- 45 or more credits: Contact your specific Major Advisor to register for courses.
Parent and Family Orientation
We welcome the primary supporters of our students to join us for Parent and Family Orientation. This programming is designed specifically to provide families with valuable resources, campus insights, and information to help support your student's transition to university life.
Graduate Students
Incoming graduate students will receive direct, program-specific communication regarding orientation from the Graduate Admissions Office and the College of Graduate Studies and Research during mid-summer.
If you have any questions about Graduate Orientation in the meantime, please contact the College of Graduate Studies and Research at (773) 442-6011 or via email at graduatestudies@neiu.edu.
Have a Question?
We are here to help you every step of the way. If you have questions about the orientation process, scheduling, or requirements, please email orientation@neiu.edu or contact your specific admissions and graduate offices for assistance.