During Orientation you will learn about the new academic environment, find out about all the support services available, and take the first steps to become part of the university community.

All first-year students need to complete Orientation in order to register for classes

A non-refundable Orientation fee of $150 is added to all first-year students' tuition bill.

Go over the following sections to prepare for orientation:

• Pre-Orientation Requirements:  Important steps to complete right after you are admitted to UM-Flint.
• Register for Orientation:  Choose one Orientation date and register to come on that date (click here to learn MORE about 'how to' register).
• Pre-Orientation Checklist:  See what you need to prepare, how to get here, where to park, and additional information you will need.
• Orientation Agenda:  See the schedule and activities planned for your orientation.
  

  TIME	ACTIVITIES
  8:00-8:30a.m.	Check-in/Resource Fair – Meet at the Lobby of the University Center
  8:30-8:50a.m.	Welcome
  8:50-9:00a.m.	Split into Tracks: Students | Families
  9:00-9:40a.m.	Academic Round-Table Discussion (Meta-Majors)
  9:55-10:35a.m.	Student Experience: Survival Guide for Success
  10:45-11:00a.m.	Financial Aid (1)/Public Safety (2)
  11:00-11:15a.m.	Public Safety (1)/Financial Aid (2)
  11:20-12:30p.m.	Lunch/Engagement
  12:40-1:50p.m.	Advising/Registration
  2:00-5:00 p.m. (optional)	Optional tours: Campus, Housing, Downtown Flint Meeting with Financial Aid counselor

• Orientation FAQs:  Here you will find answers to questions we receive from students and parents about Orientation.
• Parent and Family Orientation:  There is a separate orientation session for parents and family to attend; we encourage all parents to join us, but this is not required for them.
• Pre-Orientation Check-In:  All students must compete the Pre-Orientation Check-In to confirm parents, families, and guests and if attendees have any dietary and/or accessibility needs.

As a dual enrolled student, you are taking one or more classes at UM-Flint while still enrolled in high school. There are different programs for you:

If you are part of the Dual Enrollment Educational Partnerships (DEEP) program, contact the K-12 Partnerships program staff for information on orientation.

If you are enrolled in an Early College program, click here for more information.

If you are a dual enrolled student, but your school is not part of the DEEP or Early College programs, you should participate in a Transfer Orientation session before you can register for classes; look up Transfer Student's below for more information.

Some courses require a placement exam; contact the Student Success Center for more information.

During Orientation you will learn about the new academic environment, find out about all the support services available, and take the first steps to become part of the university community.

Orientation for international students is three days long. All international students need to complete Orientation in order to register for courses.

Go over the following sections to prepare for orientation:

• Pre-Orientation Requirements:  Important steps to complete right after you are admitted to UM-Flint.
• Register for Orientation:  Choose one Orientation date and register to come on that date (click here to learn MORE about 'how to' register).
• Placement Exams:  Take the placement exams your advisor indicated; in order to register for classes during Orientation, you need to have taken the proper placement exams at least 2 weeks before coming to Orientation.
• Orientation Agenda:  See the schedule and activities planned for your orientation.
  

  TIME	ACTIVITIES
  8:00-8:30a.m.	Check-in/Resource Fair – Meet at the Lobby of the University Center
  8:30-8:50a.m.	Welcome
  8:50-9:00a.m.	Split into Tracks: Students | Families
  9:00-9:40a.m.	Academic Round-Table Discussion (Meta-Majors)
  9:55-10:35a.m.	Student Experience: Survival Guide for Success
  10:45-11:00a.m.	Financial Aid (1)/Public Safety (2)
  11:00-11:15a.m.	Public Safety (1)/Financial Aid (2)
  11:20-12:30p.m.	Lunch/Engagement
  12:40-1:50p.m.	Advising/Registration
  2:00-5:00 p.m. (optional)	Optional tours: Campus, Housing, Downtown Flint Meeting with Financial Aid counselor

• Pre-Orientation Checklist:  See what you need to prepare, how to get here, where to park, and additional information you will need.
• Orientation FAQs:  Here you will find answers to questions we receive from students and parents about Orientation.

Orientation at the University is a required program designed to facilitate a smooth transition to UM-Flint and assist you in making the most of your college experience. As a transfer student, we recognize that you may already be familiar with a university environment and expectations so we strive to offer you the most vital information significant to your success here at UM-Flint. Many of the policies, procedures, and opportunities will be new and different to you, regardless of where you are transferring from.

We will discuss policies and requirements unique to UM-Flint, assistance in understanding your academic program requirements, financial aid award, campus resources, and opportunities to meet with faculty.

Before registering for your first semester courses, you should meet with an Academic Advisor. If you are unable to do so before your orientation session or if you still have questions, you will have an option to meet with them during orientation. A non-refundable Orientation fee of $50 is added to all transfer students' tutition bill.

Go over the following sections to prepare for orientation:

• Pre-Orientation Requirements:  Important steps to complete right after you are admitted to UM-Flint.
• Register for Orientation:  Choose one Orientation date and register to come on that date (click here to learn MORE about 'how to' register).
• Pre-Orientation Checklist:  See what you need to prepare, how to get here, where to park, and additional information you will need.
• Orientation Agenda:  See the schedule and activities planned for your orientation.
  

  AM	PM	ACTIVITIES
  8:30 – 9:00 a.m.	12:30 - 1:00 p.m.	Check-In and Resource Fair
  9:00 - 9:15 a.m.	1:00 - 1:15 p.m.	Welcome
  9:15 – 9:35 a.m.	1:15 - 1:35 p.m.	Your Transfer and Advanced Placement Credits
  9:35 - 9:55 p.m.	1:35 - 1:55 p.m.	Understanding Your Financial Aid at UM-Flint
  10:10 - 10:55 p.m.	2:10 - 2:55 p.m.	Academic Round Table Discussion (Meta-Majors)
  11:10 – 12:20 p.m.	3:10 - 4:20 p.m.	Advising and Registration
  12:30 p.m.	4:30 p.m.	Optional tour of the campus, Housing. Meeting with Financial Aid counselors

• Orientation FAQs:  Here you will find answers to questions we receive from students and parents about Orientation.