Congratulations on your admission to UAH! Our campus community is thrilled to welcome you to the Charger Family. To fully prepare for the exciting things UAH has in store for you, we ask that every new freshman student admitted for the Summer or Fall 2026 semester attend Charger Camp, our new student orientation experience. Charger Camp is a two-day event. This event will begin first thing in the morning on Day One and will conclude by 1:00 pm on Day Two. Please note that students will have the opportunity to spend the night in an on-campus residence hall on Day One of Orientation. Accommodation options available in the Huntsville area for parents and guests can be found HERE. Charger Camp Dates: Session #1 - May 28-29 (TH/F) Session #2 - June 1-2 (M/T) Session #3 - June 4-5 (TH/F) Session #4 - June 8-9 (M/T) Session #5 - June 11-12 (TH/F) Session #6 - June 15-16 (M/T) Session #7 - June 22-23 (M/T) Session #8 - June 25-26 (TH/F) Session #9 - August 6-7 (TH/F) Session #10 - August 12-13* (W/TH)*This session is reserved for students who reside more than six hours away from UAH. Registration for Charger Camp 2026 opens February 16, 2026. Orientation Fees The cost of Charger Camp for First Time Freshman students is included in your enrollment deposit! You will receive more information about how to pay the enrollment deposit in the spring semester. Your deposit covers you and up to one guest. Any additional guest will incur an additional $50 fee. What to Expect At Charger Camp, you will: Learn about campus resources and amenities Discover tools to enable your academic success at UAH Learn about campus, student involvement opportunities, and traditions Meet with your academic advisor to finalize your class schedule Preparing for Charger Camp Once you have registered for your orientation experience, review and complete the Charger Checklist. Questions about the differences between your Charger Status and myUAH accounts? Click HERE for more information. Freshman Orientation FAQs* Is Orientation required? It is highly encouraged that all new-first time students attend a Charger Camp session, as it is a helpful agent as you navigate the transition from high school to college! Do I have to spend the night on campus? No, spending the night is not required, but we highly suggest it! We have a lot of fun activities planned throughout the evening, and it’s a great opportunity to spend as much time as possible with your new classmates! Should my parents or siblings come? We definitely encourage parents to attend! There is separate programming for parents and guests during the Orientation session. Parent, guests, and siblings must make separate accommodation plans as only students will stay on campus. You can find more information about local accommodations here. Your enrollment deposit covers 1 guest, but any additional guest will incur a $50 fee that will be assessed to your fall bill. What do I need to pack? If you are planning to spend the night on campus, you will need to bring a sleeping bag/blanket, pillow, and bath towel, hand towel and/or washcloth. We also suggest bringing phone chargers, possibly a small fan, and anything else that you need to be comfortable! What should I wear? One thing is for sure…it will be hot! We recommend dressing comfortably and bringing a light jacket in case any of the indoor spaces are chilly or the temperature drops in the evening. You’ll be doing a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and check the weather to ensure you’re prepared! What if I have dietary or mobility restrictions? Please let us know as soon as possible! Email Orientation (orientation@uah.edu) and include your name and A# and we will work with you! Can I access the presentation information after my orientation session? View our orientation presentations to reference the information you learned during each session! Questions? Email orientation@uah.edu.