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Transfer Student Orientation

Transfer Student Orientation

Belong at UMass Boston

Students transferring from another college or university will attend a one-day orientation filled with important information to support your academic and student success at UMass Boston.

Transfer Student Orientation Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending transfer student orientation, students will…

  • understand UMass Boston’s values of being an anti-racist, health promoting campus
  • demonstrate the ability to navigate campus academic technologies
  • identify the resources and tools available to support transitioning from their previous institution
  • complete their course registration process through connections with academic advising
  • begin to establish community connections with other transfer students
  • learn how to engage outside the classroom through co-curricular activities

Steps to Register for Orientation

Follow these steps below to select your orientation date:

1. Pay Your Deposit

2. Register for a Session

  • Once your deposit has processed, return to the Beacon Gateway and click on the 'events' tab.
  • Under the 'events' section you will see New Student Orientation.
  • Click 'Find a Session' under New Student Orientation to select a date that works best for you.
  • Complete the questionnaire and be sure to click SUBMIT to confirm your registration.

3. Check Your Email

  • Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to your application email and your new UMass Boston email address.
  • Reminder emails with additional details will be sent prior to your orientation session. Please check your email regularly and review this important information.

4. Review the Checklist

 

Orientation Facts

Explore the following key statistics and gain valuable insights into our transfer orientation programs.

Students Sitting on Stone Blocks on Campus Center Lawn
800+
Students Attended Transfer Orientation in Summer 2023
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95%
of students feel prepared to succeed at UMass Boston after orientation
Students at Spirits Day
87%
of students feel a stronger sense of belonging at UMass Boston after orientation
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Questions? Please feel free to contact our office for assistance.

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