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 attending for the Spring 2025 semester complete our Spring Online Orientation program. 

Please check back in early spring for annoucements about the 2025 New Student Orientation program for new freshman students attending UAH for the Summer or Fall 2025 semesters. 

Step 1

Register for Spring Online Orientation*

New students should complete Spring Online Orientation before the first day of classes for their entry term. 

*Registration coming soon!

Step 2

Meet with your Academic Advisor

Schedule an advising appointment with your academic advisor to discuss class selection. Please note, class registration for the Spring 2025 semester begins on November 18, 2024.

Locate your academic advisor

 

Orientation Fees

Students completing Spring Online Orientation will be charged a $25 orientation fee that will be included in your university bill payable when tuition is due at the start of the semester. 

What to Expect

Through Spring Online Orientation, 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
  • Receive information about what you should do before joining us on campus, such as registering for classes, choosing a meal plan, registering for your Charger ID, submitting your immunization form, purchasing a parking decal, and more.

Preparing for Orientation

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

    • It is highly encouraged that all new-first time students attend an Orientation session, as it is a helpful agent as you navigate the transition from high school to college! All new-students regardless of attendance, will be charged an Orientation fee.

    • 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! Choosing to not spend the night does not change the rate of the Orientation fee.

    • Each new student will be assessed a flat rate fee of $225 that will be added to your student account. This fee includes meals, materials, and housing for the student, and meals and materials for up to two guests. Additional guests over the age of eight will require an additional fee of $50, which will be charged to the student account.

    • 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.

    • 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!

    • 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!

    • 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!

    • View our orientation presentations to reference the information you learned during each session!

    Questions? Email orientation@uah.edu.