"I came to UM with no real friends here, and was worried about how I would transition. When I got here, I was astounded by how outgoing and friendly everyone is: I was immediately accepted and welcomed. Now I'm going to graduate with friendships that'll last a lifetime."
Orientation
If you have not registered for Orientation, please come to the Orientation Central table in the UC and we will make you an advising folder. Check in for Fall Orientation will take place in the University Center on Tuesday, August 25, from 9:00 am - 7:00 pm and Wednesday beginning at 7:30 am. The opening meeting for incoming Freshmen begins at 9:00am and Transfers at 10:15am.
Orientation is required for all incoming students, and will assist in your successful transition to The University of Montana! Orientation Registration information was mailed to all students who are accepted for Fall 2009. If you did not receive this information please call us at 1800.462.8636 and we will mail you the brocure.
Orientation provides you with a better understanding of The University of Montana and the services we provide-not to mention your first opportunity to register for classes. It's a great time to experience life at UM, get to know some of your classmates, and learn about the programs available to make you a successful student at UM! We think it is such a valuable program that we require all incoming students to attend an orientation before they register for classes.
We provide five Orientation programs throughout the year. A student beginning in the fall semester will choose from one of our Summer Orientations or the Fall Orientation.
Fall Orientation Map
Use our interactive orientation map to help navigate campus during orientation.
What You Will Do at Orientation
During Orientation you will meet new friends, learn about the transition from high school to college and the services available to you on campus, and get an idea of what campus life will be like!
You can:
- register for your classes!
- get your Griz Card, which is your student ID. Your Griz Card grants you access to your dorm room, allows you to check out books from the Mansfield Library, and get into the Campus Recreation facilities-just to name a few of its many uses!
- learn how to take advantage of the many support programs UM offers to help you be a successful student!
- experience the Food Zoo and enjoy some of the delicious variety of food offered on campus.
- create a class schedule for your first semester by learning how to utilize the online class scheduler and course catalog to create a class schedule that best fits your needs!
- learn about how to get a job and how to stay healthy while you are a student here at UM!
All of your questions should be answered by the time you leave our program you'll be ready to start of your year as a GRIZ!
Which Orientation Is Right for Me?
We know that your summer is really busy, so we have set up several Orientations to meet your needs. Be sure to register well in advance to be sure a slot is open for the dates that suit you.
Summer Orientations
Summer Orientations are great for students who want an early chance to see the campus, live in the residence halls, and register for classes. Summer Orientations also tend to be smaller, so you will get more personalized attention.
To best address your needs, we have both entering freshman orientation programs and transfer student orientation. For families who want more insight into how to support their student, a separate but concurrent family orientation program is offered.
Fall Orientations
The Fall Orientation program is great if you want a single running start at your education. You'll make one trip to Missoula, register for and start classes right after Orientation, and move into your permanent residence hall room right when you arrive for Orientation.
Just like Summer Orientations, we have both entering freshman orientation programs and transfer student orientation. For families who want more insight into how to support their student, a seperate but concurrent family orientation program is offered.
Spring Orientations
Spring Orientations offer a running start those students beginning their classes during the Spring Semester. We have both entering freshman orientation programs and transfer student orientation.
Outdoor Adventure Options
The area around Missoula, MT is any outdoor enthusiast's dream-come-true. To help you get introduced to the natural splendor of our location, you can also take part in an optional outdoor adventure with your Orientation, through Outdoor Programs.