• Freshman Orientation
• Transfer Orientation
• International Orientation

Session 1 – June 7-8
Session 2 – June 14-15
Session 3 – June 21-22
Session 4 – July 12-13
Session 5 – July 19-20
Session 6 – August 22-23

The New Undergraduate Student Orientation Program at St. Edward's is designed to provide incoming freshmen with the tools and know-how needed to guarantee a smooth transition into college life. Students will learn more about their major, meet with an academic advisor, register for classes and become acquainted with the services, organizations and people that make St. Edward's such a remarkable place.

Participation in one Orientation session is required and freshman may choose from any of the six dates listed above. Students are encouraged to attend earlier sessions so any needs or concerns may be addressed before arriving in the fall.
*Please note that participation in Freshman Orientation is restricted to students who have submitted a $150 enrollment deposit.

To sign up for orientation:
To sign up for freshman orientation, use the online orientation registration form, starting on Monday, April 2, 2007. To use this system, click on "Accepted Students" at www.gotostedwards.com. Before you can register for New Undergraduate Student Orientation, you must submit your nonrefundable $150 enrollment deposit. (If you submit your enrollment deposit online, please allow one business day before registering for Orientation. This ensures that your deposit is processed and that you can successfully access the online Orientation registration form). If you have further questions, please contact the New Undergraduate Student Orientation Office at 512-448-8584 or 800-775-6755.

Placement Testing:
Testing during Orientation provides the information necessary to place students in the appropriate level of English, Math and foreign language.  Based on students’ SAT and/or ACT results, some will be required to come to placement testing in Math and/or English prior to registering for courses.  Testing for Spanish, French and German is required for students with high school credit or other experience with the language.  Students, for whom it is required, will be notified of the requirement at check-in.

Contact Academic Planning & Support Services at (512) 448-8660 if you have questions.

Orientation Fee:
An Orientation fee of $175 will be added to each student’s account.  This fee will cover all Orientation costs, including meals, registration and entertainment.

Eligible Students:
All traditional freshmen who have submitted their $150 enrollment deposit are eligible.  Please remember that parents are encouraged to participate. 
*See below for details.

Check-In:
Students will check-in anytime from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. on the first day of the Orientation session.  Check in will take place in the following locations:

Orientation is completed on the 2nd day at 4:15 p.m.

Transportation:
Airport shuttle service will be provided at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. on the morning of check-in.  Return transportation will be provided at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. on day two of Sessions 1-5. 
*Please call (512) 448-8584 to reserve your shuttle space.
*Taxi service is also readily available at the airport.

Housing:
Students participating in Orientation Sessions 1-5 are required to stay on campus for the one night of Orientation.  If you are registered for Session 6 you will move into your permanent residence hall on campus, or you must commute to Orientation if living off campus.  Parents who wish to join their son or daughter for Orientation are encouraged to make reservations at an Austin-area hotel.

What to bring:
Students should plan on bringing standard twin sheets (36”x75”), a blanket or sleeping bag, a pillow, towels, casual clothing, alarm clock and any other personal items needed for the one-night stay (Sessions 1-5). Please also remember to bring proof of health insurance immunization records for our registration process.

Family & Friend Orientation:
For Parents, Family and Friends of New Freshman.  A full orientation has been designed to address your specific interests and occurs during both days of Freshman Orientation Session 1-6.  Parent, Family and Friend Orientation Check-in will occur in the same location and at the same time as the student’s.

Registration & Payment of Fees:
During Orientation, students will be registering for their fall courses.  After registration, students will receive a confirmation of registration with payment information in the mail.