Spring 2025 New Student Orientation
New Student & Family Programs welcomes you and your family to Carolina! Our office is here to support you and your family as you transition to UNC-Chapel Hill.
FAQ's
When is my Spring Orientation?
Spring Orientation for all new incoming First-Year and Transfer students will take place Monday, January 6, 2025.
Where is Spring Orientation?
On campus at UNC-Chapel Hill (in person). Check-in will be located at the F.P.G. Student Union, 209 South Road, Chapel Hill, NC
How do I sign up?
Our online registration site will open Wednesday, December 4, 2024 and close Monday, January 1, 2025 by 11:59pm. If you miss this timeline to register online, you can register onsite, for an additional cost, on Monday, January 6th at the F.P.G. Student Union, 209 South Road, Chapel Hill, NC
Remember to complete these 3 steps in order to register:
- Pay your enrollment deposit
- Create your UNC username (ONYEN)
- Create your UNC email address
How much does Orientation cost?
Student fee: $120 (includes parking, breakfast, lunch, program publications & staffing, etc.)
Actively participating in New Student Orientation is an important aspect of facilitating your transition to Carolina. All new, first-year students are required to attend New Student Orientation.
Family/Guest fee: $72 for the first guest, $52 for additional guests & $20 for any guests ages 6-17 (includes parking, breakfast, lunch, program publications & staffing)
The Family Orientation program is not required, but an option for families to learn more about campus resources and support their student.
Where will I park?
On campus parking for Spring Orientation will be in the Rams Head parking deck. Parking is included in your Orientation reservation, and you'll receive a QR code and instructions in an email reminder, closer to your orientation date.