2021 KU Orientation

KU ORIENTATION

After putting in the work and earning admission, you’ll attend freshman Orientation. There, you’ll connect with other new Jayhawks and campus resources, get a closer look at your first year, and enroll in classes with your advisor.

Register for Orientation

Ready to register? Select an in-person session and learn the requirements and deadlines.

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Prepare for Orientation

Your KU degree path begins with enrollment. To prepare for your advising appointment, you’ll need to submit the right documents and complete online coursework.

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Attend Orientation

See your Orientation schedule, review what’s needed, and plan for your session.

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Post-Orientation checklist

After Orientation, you’ll have a checklist of action items to prepare for your first year.

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Preview your first year

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Hawk Week

Your first week at KU is a campuswide celebration. See what’s in store for your official Jayhawk welcome.
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Academics

Break down the elements of a KU education, major exploration, and the resources to help you earn your degree.
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Campus life

In the day-to-day, you’ll find a campus to explore, and a community to call your own.
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Health and support

As a Jayhawk, you’ll excel and be well, thanks to KU’s many health and personal support services.
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Other Orientation events

Orientation is a pivotal moment for all Jayhawks, including those beyond their first year. You may need to attend a session specific to your background, program, or level of study.

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Orientation and COVID-19

In an effort to provide a healthy, equitable experience for all future Jayhawks, all Orientation students and guests must abide by the current Protect KU guidelines which may include, but is not limited to, mask wearing and social distancing.

Visit the Protect KU site for more information about the university’s response to COVID-19:

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