Registering for freshman Orientation

For admitted freshmen, the first step to Orientation registration is to pay their enrollment deposit.

Set up your KU online ID

You’ll need your KU online ID and password to register. If you haven’t already done so, set up your KU student account to create those credentials.

Set up account

Pay the freshman enrollment deposit

All freshmen are required to pay a $221 deposit. The deposit secures your spot at KU, and, beyond enrollment, covers Orientation, your KU ID card, and first-year programs and events. If you or your family is unable to pay your deposit at this time, you may request a deferment at the link below, or contact the Office of Admissions at adm@ku.edu.

Deposit

Register for freshman Orientation

Now that you've set up your KU online ID and paid your deposit, you'll be able to register for an in-person session. The sooner you do, the wider the selection of session dates you’ll have to choose from.

Once you’ve registered, you can log back in at any time to update your information, see available dates, or register guests. Be sure to select “SUBMIT” for your registration to be finalized.

Note: You'll need to log in with your KU online ID before you can register. Have that information ready before clicking the registration link below.

What happens at Orientation?

Orientation really begins before your session, when you take your online pre-Orientation course. After completing that — which covers important topics related to Orientation and your first year — you’ll attend your session. There, you’ll connect with other Jayhawks, learn about campus resources, and get your questions answered. Finally, you and your advisor will meet to discuss goals and enroll in your first-semester courses.

When is Orientation?

Orientation is a full-day, in-person event. Students admitted for the fall term will attend Orientation in the summer. Students admitted for the spring term will attend Orientation on Jan. 11.

Do transfer students attend Orientation?

Not exactly. We host separate orientation sessions specifically designed for transfer students. We do, however, offer the option for transfer students to attend a single freshman session.

Learn more about transfer orientation options

Orientation changes, alternatives, and cancellations

Orientation is a requirement for all incoming undergraduate freshmen. However, we recognize that every student’s availability is unique to their circumstances. If you are unable to attend any of the dates provided in the registration website or no dates are showing for you, please contact us at orientation@ku.edu or 785-864-4270.

If you need to change your session date, you can log in to the registration website to view other available dates and make changes to your reservation. Date changes must be made by 5 p.m. CT one week prior to your original session date.
Make changes

If you no longer plan to attend KU or will be attending in a future semester, please notify the Office of Admissions by updating your application. Completing the form will serve as cancellation of your Orientation session.

Update application

If you’re unable to attend Orientation, you’ll need to enroll during Open Enrollment, which is an abbreviated Orientation program that occurs on the Thursday prior to the first day of classes each semester. Contact our office for more information.

In very rare cases, a student with a significant hardship or contractual obligation may be granted an exception. All students who would like to request an exception must fill out the following form in its entirety. Please call our office at 785-864-4270 with questions & concerns!