UOnline Orientation Questions
- Do I need to attend New Student Orientation?
- I'm an international student. Where do I go for orientation?
- Can I attend NSO if I haven't been accepted yet?
- Do I have to attend NSO if I am a Second Bachelor or readmitted student to the U?
- How and when do I register for classes?
- How do I apply for Financial Aid?
- How do I apply to live on campus?
- How do I find off-campus housing?
- How do I buy a parking pass?
- When do I get a UCard (student identification card)?
- What do I need to do to meet Student Health requirements?
Do I need to attend New Student Orientation?
Yes! We have limited space available in all of our programs and require registration. Remember, New Student Orientation is a REQUIRED program for all new students to the U. If you are a first-year, find out more information here. If you are a transfer student, find more information here. If you are a parent or family member, find out more information here.
I'm an international student. Where do I go for orientation?
The International Center provides an orientation designed especially for international students. Attendance at international orientation is mandatory for all international undergraduates, transfer students, and graduate students.
Can I attend NSO if I haven't been accepted yet?
New Student Orientation is only for students who have been accepted to the University of Utah. The Office of Admissions offers programs for students who want more information about the U.
Do I have to attend NSO if I am a Second Bachelor or readmitted student to the U?
No, if you are a returning student who previously attended an orientation at the University of Utah, you are not required to attend NSO, if it have been less than 5 years. If you are returning to the U after more than 5 years, you are required to complete the UOnline NSO. You must confirm your intent to enroll and submit your enrollment deposit before registering for UOnline NSO. All first-time and new transfer students are REQUIRED to complete New Student Orientation.
How and when do I register for classes?
All first-year students will become eligible to register for classes at NSO. Transfer students who have met with an advisor prior to NSO will be able to register during their program as well. Transfer students who have not met with an academic advisor prior to orientation will be able to register after they have met with an advisor. Orientation Leaders and other staff members will assist you with registering in a University computer lab if you are eligible to register at NSO.
How do I apply for Financial Aid?
Applications are available on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website.
How do I apply to live on campus?
You can apply to live in the Residence Halls online at the Housing and Residential Education website. You can apply to live in the University Student Apartments online at the University Student Apartments website.
How do I find off-campus housing?
You can visit the University of Utah Off-Campus Housing website.
How do I buy a parking pass?
Parking permits can be purchased through Commuter Services.
When do I get a UCard (student identification card)?
UCards are now digital! During NSO you can have the picture taken and uploaded through the website before classes begin.
What do I need to meet Student Health Requirements?
You will need to give proof of two MMR (mumps, measles and rubella) vaccinations. Proof of Immunization forms are available at New Student Orientation. Find more information.
If you can't find answers to your questions here, check New Student Resources,
email us at orientation@utah.edu , or call us at (801) 581-7069.