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First Year Student Orientation

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Orientation Registration

Registration for orientation sessions will open June 18, 2025 and can be accessed at cor.ucsd.edu. All new students will receive emails with information on how to register for both part 1 and part 2 of their mandatory orientation, which are described below.

Orientation Part 1: Academic Advising Webinars

These webinars, taking place in August, will help prepare you for academics at UCSD with information on course registration, academic plans, transfer and AP/IB credits, and much more. You'll be able to get your advising questions answered and get to know our ERC academic advisors. These sessions will be offered in early August with information on registration to be sent out as we approach that time.

Orientation Part 2: In-Person Orientation

In-person orientation sessions will be offered for incoming first year students on September 17, 19, and 22, 2025. This will be during move-in for housing and during welcome week. Students should select an orientation session that does not interfere with any travel or move-in plans. The in-person sessions offer opportunities to connect with other students, get oriented with the community, and participate in engaging activities.

All incoming students must register and attend both Orientation Part 1 and Part 2. 

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

If you are a new International Student, additional programs may be required. iOrientation is designed to help orient you to the UC San Diego campus community, inform you of your F1/J1 rights & responsibilities, and give you an opportunity to connect with other new international students.

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WILDERNESS ORIENTATION

Learn to thrive on campus and in the backcountry through Outback Adventure's Wilderness Orientation (WO). This supplemental orientation program will help you learn life skills, make lasting friendships, and unplug before starting school at UCSD.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

This page contains the most frequently asked questions about the Eleanor Roosevelt College Orientation program.

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PARENT AND FAMILY RESOURCES

This page includes information and resources for parents and families. Topics include counseling and psychological services, housing and dining, and campus support services.

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Orientation is the beginning of your college experience and career! It is your first step towards your academic and co-curricular success. By the end of orientation, you will be ready and excited to participate in all that ERC and UC San Diego has to offer. Questions about the program? Email ercmail@ucsd.edu. 

All programs in Eleanor Roosevelt College, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, do not discriminate, or grant preferences, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories.