New Student Orientation

Each new student is required to attend the New Student Orientation, which is typically held on the Thursday before each term start date for evening students and the Friday before each term start for day students. The orientation program is designed to facilitate the students’ transition to the University and to help familiarize new students with the organization and operation of the University. At Orientation, students have the opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and/or classmates. Policies and procedures are reviewed and students will be required to complete any outstanding paperwork, including financial aid documents and an Enrollment Certification form regarding key academic and school policy information. Additionally, student services and community resources available to the students are discussed.

All new students are required to attend, and returning students are encouraged to attend orientation. Attendance at orientation does not count towards total attendance requirements for the program.

All new online students and on-campus students who elect to enroll in an online course are required to complete an online orientation course prior to starting classes. This orientation covers the policies and procedures associated with online learning at ECPI University; students have an opportunity to practice working within the online classroom environment during this orientation.