Onboarding options for new transfer students

Once you’ve completed your tech appointment, your KU Navigator will help you schedule an advising appointment and your Onboarding session. Review your available Onboarding modalities below. When you're ready to schedule your date, click "Register" to go to Slate, our registration portal.

Your in-person and virtual options

In person

At this half-day session at the Lawrence campus, you and other new transfer students will attend panels and presentations and learn about campus resources. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask all your questions during our Ask Me Panel.

Online course

Like our live Onboarding sessions, this online course covers information about your first year and the KU student experience. While it will not feature live presentations or a panel, you will be able to start interacting with other incoming students and ask questions through discussion boards.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, we require all newly admitted transfer students to participate in some form of Onboarding. If you cannot attend in person please register for the online course outlined above.

Your KU Navigator will help you register for the Onboarding option of your choice.

In-person transfer onboarding includes parent & guest programming centered around supporting our transferring Jayhawks! There is no fee associated with registering a guest for Transfer Onboarding.

Parking is free in the Mississippi Street Parking Garage during the duration of your Onboarding session.