New Student Orientation

Students can start signing up for Summer 2008 New Student Orientation (NSO) on Monday, April 7, 2008.

New Student Orientation is a great opportunity for you to meet fellow new students and make valuable connections with current Cal State Fullerton students, faculty and staff. New students who make these connections and create these friendships tend to be more successful in their transition to college. In fact, students who attend orientation are more likely to achieve better grades and graduate!

New Student Orientation (NSO) is MANDATORY for all first-time freshmen (admitted for fall 2008). All first-time freshmen admitted for fall 2008 must register for a New Student Orientation session no later than 5:00pm on Friday, May 9, 2008 in order to attend Cal State Fullerton in the fall.

Registering for NSO confirms your intent to attend CSUF. If you do not register for a session date, you will risk losing your admissions offer to the university.

- About New Student Orientation -

What is New Student Orientation?
Can my family attend?
How do I know when to attend?
How long will it last?
What if I'm unable to attend any of the dates?
How do I register for New Student Orientation?
What does the program cost?
New Student Orientation Fee Waiver
What if I want to take summer classes?
What if I have special needs?

What is New Student Orientation	New Student Orientation is a two-part program for first-time freshmen. Part I: Freshmen and Transfer Students Advisement and Registration This takes place during mid-June to mid-July. As a New Student Orientation participant, you will: Receive general education and major academic advisement (mandatory for all first-time freshmen) Register for your classes with priority registration (applicable to freshmen) Receive the Freshman Guarantee of 12 to 15 units in remedial, general education and major courses Learn to navigate the Student Portal as well as the TITAN registration system Obtain your Student ID – the TitanCard Part II: First-time Freshmen Only: Student Life Orientation This takes place in early August. You will learn about numerous co-curricular activities and student services available at Cal State Fullerton through a variety of interactive workshops. At Student Life Orientation, you will: Learn about the co-curricular activities and student services available at Cal State Fullerton through a variety of interactive workshops Get the inside scoop on how to be successful at Cal State Fullerton Receive information from over 35 student services at a co-curricular resource fair Meet other new students and build a network of valuable campus contacts Take a tour of campus Purchase your textbooks
Can My Family Attend?	Family members are highly encouraged to participate in their student’s transition to the university by attending their own Parent Orientation session. Offered at the same time as the student session, Parent Orientation is a great opportunity for family members to get acquainted with the academics and resources at Cal State Fullerton, as well as learn more about the changes both students and families will experience during the first year. New Student Programs strongly believes family participation is invaluable during this time of change, and although not mandatory, participation is strongly encouraged. Attendance is limited to two family members per student. During Parent Orientation, participants will have the opportunity to: Hear from campus leadership and current students Learn about graduation requirements and college-based resources Take a campus tour Participate in a student services resource fair Ask any questions you may have Share a meal and get acquainted with other family members! Students and family members will be attending separate programs but there will be an opportunity to get together at the end of the day.
How Do I Know When To Attend?	When you visit the registration website, your orientation program date will be determined by your major (including undeclared students) and/or any specialized university program you are participating in. Specialized programs include: Student Atheletes, University Honors, President's Scholars, Guardian Scholars, Freshman Programs, Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and Summer Bridge. For details regarding your session date or the specialized programs, please visit the New Student Orientation registration website at www.fullerton.edu/orientation beginning Monday, April 7, 2008.
How Long Will It Last?	All sessions are approximately seven to eight hours in length and have varying start times. You must attend the entire session in order to be eligible to register for fall courses.
What If I'm Unable to Attend Any of the Dates?	Because New Student Orientation is mandatory for all first-time freshmen, you MUST contact the office of New Student Programs at (714) 278-2501 if you have a conflict with the session dates listed on the registration website.
How Do I Sign Up for New Student Orientation?	It's really simple. You can sign up online beginning Monday, April 7, 2008. Select a session date based on your major and/or special program and pay the program fee.
What Does the Program Cost?	The cost to attend New Student Orientation is $60 for students and $35 for parents. The following is included in your registration fee (students): Fall 2008 class schedule 2007-2009 university catalog 2008-2009 student handbook Orientation materials Meal Admission to New Student Orientation Part II: Student Life Orientation The following is included in your registration fee (family members): Orientation materials Meal
New Student Orientation Fee Waiver	If you have filed a 2008-2009 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by the March 2nd priority deadline, you will be considered for a waiver of the $60 New Student Orientation (NSO) program fee. To receive an NSO fee waiver, you must qualify for the maximum Federal Pell Grant, based on a zero "Estimated Family Contribution” (EFC) as determined by federal guidelines. If you have been approved for a fee waiver, you will be informed of this at the time you sign up for New Student Orientation via the website. In order to receive timely information about your financial aid award status, you must have a valid email address on file with the university. You may update your email address using TITAN Online at http://www.fullerton.edu/titanonline. All correspondence from the Office of Financial Aid will come to you via email or the TITAN Online system. To access your records through TITAN Online, you must have your Campuswide ID and PIN available. Be sure to check your financial aid status regularly beginning in early April and submit any documents requested to complete your file.
What If I Want to Take Summer Classes?	All incoming freshmen who do not pass the English and/or Mathematics placement examinations must take the remedial courses their first semester. We strongly encourage you to complete this remedial coursework during summer session. Freshman courses are offered during two summer session segments: Segment “C” begins June 23rd (Freshmen Success Program) Segment “B” begins July 7th (Freshman Success Program) If your summer class begins prior to your Frosh NSO session date, contact the Academic Advisement Center (714) 278-3606 to have your summer session advisement hold removed. If you plan on taking a summer course, you must choose a New Student Orientation session date that does not conflict with your summer class schedule. Freshmen taking summer courses which begin in July can attend Frosh NSO to remove both their summer and fall advising holds and register for both summer and fall courses. To assist you in graduating on time, we are offering you the opportunity to take courses at Cal State Fullerton this summer via the Freshman Success Program. For further information please click here. Please note: Attending courses during summer does NOT* remove your fall 2008 academic advisement hold*. Only by attending New Student Orientation can you remove your fall advisement hold and receive priority registration for your fall 2008 courses.
What If I Have Special Needs?	If you have any disability related accommodation needs (i.e. large print materials, printed materials converted to Braille, interpreters, etc.) please call (714) 278-3117. The staff in the Office of Disabled Student Services is available to assist you in making the most of your orientation experience.