New Students
- First-Year Orientation Information
- First-Year Advising Information
- Transfer Orientation Information
- Transfer Advising Information
- Family Orientation Information
- FAQ
First-Year Orientation Information
Orientation is designed specifically to assist you in learning about campus resources, connect you with other new students, and smooth your transition into Seventh College and UC San Diego.
Seventh College Orientation Experience
New Seventh College students are required to participate in a two-part College orientation experience.*
Part I: Enrollment & Academic Planning Webinar
Offered in early August, this mandatory webinar will be Part I of your Seventh College Orientation experience. Seventh College Academic Advisors will provide information on how to prepare for Fall Quarter enrollment and answer your academic questions. A student panel will also be available to share advice on how to approach your first quarter at UC San Diego.
Part II: Cultivating Connections
This mandatory in-person program aims to introduce you to campus and set you up for success both inside and outside the classroom. Much of the program will be facilitated in small groups led by a Seventh College Orientation Leader. The First-Year program will be offered on September 17th, 18th, 20th, and 21st.
Expand Your Experience
International Students
The International Services and Engagement Office (ISEO) is excited to welcome you to UC San Diego! New International Student Orientation is designed to help orient you to the UC San Diego campus community, inform you of your F1/J1 rights & responsibilities, and give you an opportunity to connect with other new international students!
Wilderness Orientation
Learn to thrive on campus and in the backcountry through Outback Adventures Wilderness Orientation (WO). WO is the best way for incoming students to prepare for life at UCSD. You will make new friends, participate in cool outdoor activities, explore beautiful places and get the inside scoop on life at UCSD.
*Students may also be invited or required to attend orientation for their academic school. This does NOT replace the requirement to attend your College orientation program.