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Fall Orientation

  Freshman, Transfer and Post Baccalaureate students (new to UTC only)

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This required one-day orientation session is designed for new students to finalize their course schedule, receive important information about campus resources and services, and connect with current students, faculty and staff. 

Sessions are available on a first come, first serve basis. We do not keep a wait list for closed sessions.

Fall 2025 Orientation Session Dates

  Freshman Sessions

  • May 20, May 21
  • June 5, June 6, June 17, June 18, June 26, June 27
  • July 17, July 18, July 22 (online), July 24, July 25

   Transfer Sessions

  • April 22 (online)
  • June 11
  • June 24 (online)
  • July 15
  • July 22 (online)
  • August 1

   Session Fee

The fall orientation fee is $80 per student and $40 per guest registration. Max 2 guest registrations per student. Online orientation does not have a guest option.

Orientation fees cover food and refreshments for in-person, mailings, software and materials for the virtual session, staffing, facility/equipment rentals, paperwork, packaging. Refund requests for orientation must be made by May 1, 2025. There is a $15 processing fee on all refunds

  Sample Schedules

During all orientation formats, students will get a chance to learn about campus and connect with resources to make sure you have a smooth and successful transition. 

Here is a list of sample schedules for each orientation option:

If you are a transfer student and want a more in-depth Orientation experience, you may register for the freshman orientation option. Please email us at [email protected] and we can help change your session. Please note that freshman session dates may close and we cannot guarantee a registration for a closed session.

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Spring Orientation

Registration for Spring 2026 orientation will open on October 1st.  Please check back soon for an update on future spring sessions.

  Session Dates 

  • TBD

  Session Fee

  • TBD

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Starting in the Summer?


There is not an orientation session requirement for new students starting in the summer. However, we realize you may still have questions about UTC. Don't hesitate to call or email our office. In the meantime, here are a few resources you might find helpful.

Helpful Info:

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New Student and Family Programs

New Student and Family Programs