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Freshman Orientation - 2008
Orientation To Do
Your next step in becoming an ASU student.
Preparing you for academic success takes center stage at ASU. ASU expects all incoming freshmen to attend Orientation. Students who attend ASU Orientation are more likely to be successful, because they understand the academic rigor of the university and register in courses that keep them on track for graduation. Below are details about ASU Orientation for freshmen starting Fall 2008 on all ASU campuses.
Before You Attend Orientation
Placement Exams
Measles Immunization
Program Agenda
Program Dates and Fees
Reservation Information and Reminders
Program Payment
Special Needs
Before You Attend Orientation
Your Major: In order to provide you with the appropriate academic advising, it is important that we have the correct information about the major you have chosen. If the major displayed on your reservation confirmation is incorrect, or has changed, please contact New Student Orientation or submit an Orientation Change Request to update your major information at least 5 business days before your scheduled ASU Orientation program. Note: Requests for changes to the major are updated every 24 hours. If you have not already made your Orientation reservation, please contact New Student Orientation to change your major before making a reservation.
Placement Exams: ASU requires all incoming freshmen to take the Unified Math Placement Exam at least three days prior to Orientation. Students will not be able to register for classes until they take this exam. See details.
Measles Immunization: ASU requires students to submit documentation. Students will not be able to register for classes until measles documentation is on file.
AP, IB and CLEP Test Scores: In order to receive college credit for Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and/or College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), request that your official test scores be sent to ASU. Results from these exams will also be used by your academic advisor to place you in appropriate courses.
Program Agenda
- Learn about your major's requirements.
- Meet with an academic advisor and learn about your college's academic expectations.
- Plan for and enroll in appropriate courses in the correct sequence for your major.
- Explore opportunities to get involved on campus.
- Enjoy lunch with other students, parents and university staff.
- Meet campus representatives and learn about university resources.
On-campus programs are one-day programs; off-campus programs are half-day programs.
Wearing sun screen and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Also, the campus facilities used for New Student Orientation are well air conditioned; bringing a jacket or sweater is also suggested.
Program Locations, Dates and Fees
Locations and Dates
ASU offers orientation on all campuses. Program availability varies by ASU campus and major. ASU also offers programs in the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Northern California, Southern California and the East Coast. When you log into the Orientation Reservation System, you will see the list of available dates for your major.
Fees
On-campus Programs: Your student reservation includes an Orientation Student Handbook, your ASU ID (Sun Card), group academic advising, lunch and parking in designated lots. Your guest reservation includes special family sessions and lunch.
- $100.00 per student
- $40.00 per guest
Off-campus Programs: Your student reservation includes an Orientation Student Handbook, your ASU ID (Sun Card), group academic advising and lunch. Your guest reservation includes special family sessions and lunch.
- $225.00 per student
- $65.00 per guest
Program fees do not include travel arrangements, hotel accommodations or parking. Hotel information can be found within Parking and Directions.
Reservation Information and Reminders
Please be aware of the following important information for students and guests attending ASU Orientation:
- Please do not secure travel arrangements and accommodations until you have received the online confirmation of your reservation.
- Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Make your reservation now.
- In order for you to be provided with the appropriate academic advisement, it is important that ASU has the correct information about the major you have chosen. If your major has changed, please immediately contact New Student Orientation.
Upon successfully reserving online, you will receive an online confirmation. Be sure to print out your Orientation program confirmation, as well as Parking and Directions information upon completing your reservation. You will not be mailed confirmation information.
Program Payment
Students requesting the check payment option have 10 business days to remit their payment to New Student Orientation. If payment is not received in 10 business days, your ASU Orientation reservation will be forfeited. Your balance will still be due and your ASU Orientation reservation will need to be rescheduled.
Special Needs
If you have special needs, call 480.965.2880 or e-mail mailto:orientation@asu.edu at least 10 business days before your scheduled program. Special needs include: disabled parking, assistance with tours, language interpretation and/or a special meal.