Welcome, Future Mocs!
Think of our office as your welcoming committee. We are excited to offer first time students a New Student Orientation experience that includes both online and in-person experiences. This hybrid program is designed to protect student health and the broader health of the UT Chattanooga community, all while introducing you and your family to everything you need to be successful at UTC!
Get started by choosing an Orientation session based on your semester of enrollment and learn more about the session that's designed just for you. All new Mocs entering in the fall and spring are required to attend Orientation.
We can't wait to meet you!
Get Started on Your Orientation
Apply to be a New Moc
If you're excited about Orientation but you haven't applied to UTC yet, you can get started right away by applying to UTC.
Register for Fall 2020 Orientation
Get Oriented
Accepted and can’t wait to join the next class of Mocs? Get a preview of your new life as a UTC college student at orientation!
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Fall 2020 Orientation
Freshman
This required session is designed especially for freshmen students to finalize their fall schedule, receive vital information about campus resources and to speak virtually with current students and staff in order to have their questions addressed. Get started by registering for your preferred session and remember, sessions fill up quickly so register early.
We have planned a 4-step Orientation process for all first-time freshman:
- Mailed information
- A Mocs Box containing important information about student resources, next steps and blue & gold goodies will be coming your way!
- Online Orientation Modules
- Registered freshmen will have access to Online Orientation Modules the first week in June.
- Virtual Advisement
- Students will receive an email from their advisors 1 week before your registered 2-day Orientation session. The email will have information about your advisement appointment including the time and link for the online meeting.
- On-campus Programming
- We are actively planning on-campus Orientation programming that will take place in August after students have moved in to on-campus residence halls. We will send out more information in July.
Session Dates
- June 8th & 9th (formerly June 1st & 2nd)
- June 15th & 16th (formerly June 4th & 5th)
- June 18th & 19th
- June 25th & 26th
- July 9th & 10th
- July 20th & 21st
- July 27th & 28th
Cost
The fee for Fall Orientation is $100 per student. Once fee payment is received, attendance will be confirmed by email.
Refund requests for orientation must be made by May 31st, 2020. There is a $10 processing fee on all refunds.
Orientation fees cover food and refreshments, mailings, staffing, facility/equipment rentals, paperwork, packaging, etc.
FAQ
For more information regarding Fall 2020 orientation, please visit our FAQ.
Register for Fall Freshman Orientation
Transfer
This required session is designed especially for transfer students who have already gotten a feel for college life. Get started by registering for your preferred session and remember, sessions fill up quickly so register early.
- Students registered for New Student Orientation will receive their Mocs Box by mail 1-2 weeks before your Orientation session date. Your Mocs Box will include your pre-registered course schedule, information about student resources and next steps, as well as Mocs gear and goodies to get you ready for this fall.
- All registered students will receive access to the Online Orientation modules at least 1 week before their session date. Students may complete these modules at their own pace, but must be com[pleted before your virtual advising appt
- On your Orientation date, you will meet virtually with your advisor to discuss your
course schedule and have the option to make course changes.
Session Dates
- April 28th
- June 11th
- July 16th
- July 31st
Cost
The fee for Fall Orientation is $50 per student. Once fee payment is received, attendance will be confirmed by email.
Refund requests for orientation must be made by May 31st, 2020. There is a $10 processing fee on all refunds.
Orientation fees cover food and refreshments, mailings, staffing, facility/equipment rentals, paperwork, packaging, etc.
FAQ
For more information regarding Fall 2020 orientation, please visit our FAQ.
Spring 2021 Orientation
Meet with an academic advisor, register for classes, learn how to navigate campus like a pro and more in this one-day session. Learn more about campus, get directions and find lodging.
Session Date:
Session dates for Spring 2021 will be posted at a later date
Register for Spring Orientation (not available)
Cost
The fee for Spring Orientation is $50 per student and $25 per optional parent/guest. Once fee payment is received, attendance will be confirmed by email.
Orientation fees cover food and refreshments, staffing, facility/equipment rentals, paperwork, packaging, etc.
