Dates

Orientation is held during the summer months for students planning on starting at NC State the Fall 2019 semester. Registration is available online through your student’s WolfPAW account.

• Attendance is mandatory for students and highly recommended for parents and family members. Family Orientation runs in conjunction with the student program and is designed to introduce families to the academic programs and services available at NC State.
• Transfer Orientation sessions are college/program specific, so you and your student need to attend the appropriate session for the major/college in which your student is currently enrolled. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Students should register themselves for an Orientation session, and during that process they can register up to two guests for Family Orientation.
• All students who have paid their deposit will receive an email from our office inviting them to register for Orientation.

Colleges are listed alphabetically with their corresponding session dates.

Who Should Attend?

Family Orientation is designed for those who will serve as a student’s primary support throughout their transition to the university. During the program, attendees will:

• Get better acquainted with the academic programs and campus services offered to your student
• Gain insights into the potential adjustments your new college student and your family will face
• Meet NC State staff, current students, and other Family Orientation attendees.

Can children or young adults attend the program? Children and young adults are welcome to attend Family Orientation, but the majority of the sessions are presented in a lecture format and may not be engaging for them. Will students and guests be together during the program? Guests should not expect to be with their student throughout the entire program. Some sessions of New Student and Family Orientation will overlap, but the majority of presentations and activities are separate. Download a detailed schedule!

Cost

The cost of attendance is included in the mandatory New Student Fee charged to all new transfer students.

• This fee covers your student’s attendance and the attendance of up to two guests, which includes your materials and lunch tickets (up to two per family) for Fountain Dining Hall.
• This does not include overnight housing for family members. See the “Housing” section below for a list of options.
• No payment is due to New Student Programs. The New Student Fee will be included in your student’s Fall tuition bill.

Registration

Family Orientation is an optional program offered to the parents and families of incoming students. Registration for Family Orientation is tied into the student’s registration for orientation and should be done at the same time by the student. Only those students who have been accepted and have paid their advanced enrollment deposit ($300.00) can register for Orientation. All students who have paid their deposit will receive an email from our office inviting them to register for Orientation. How to Register: Registration for Family Orientation is tied into the student’s registration for New Student Orientation and should be done at the same time by the student.

1. The student should log into their WolfPAW account via the Undergraduate Admissions website
2. Click on the “Register for Orientation” link under the “My To-Do List” section on the Dashboard.
3. Read the instructions and select the Orientation session you wish to attend. Only the session(s) available to you (based on available space) will be offered as choices.
4. Scroll down to enter the family member information. Be sure to include a correct email address for your family members as this is the method of our correspondence with them.
5. Click “Submit”
6. A confirmation email will be sent to the student and family member’s email addresses. Please keep a copy of this email for your records.

Summer Start students: If your student is a confirmed participant in the Summer Start Program, New Student Programs will register your student for the Start Orientation session on Friday, June 21, 2019. Once they have received a registration confirmation email, your student can log into WolfPAW and add guests to their registration for Family Orientation. For more information, click here. 

Check-In and Schedule

Family Orientation is a full-day program, and participants can expect to arrive on campus at approximately 8:00 a.m. and stay on campus until 5:00 p.m..

• Check-in is from 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. at Bragaw Residence Hall.
• We recommend arriving early to take advantage of opportunities like the Veterans Student Meeting (8:15 a.m.) and for your student to get their Wolfpack One Card Student ID photo taken
• Required programming for students will take place until 5:00pm. 
• Once you arrive on campus using the directions provided below, Orientation signs will direct you to the parking lots where you able to park during your Orientation.
• The majority of the program will take place in Talley Student Union, and lunch will be provided at Fountain Dining Hall.

Resources that will be covered at Family Orientation include…

• Academic Resources and Unique Challenges facing Transfer Students
• Opportunities to Engage in the NC State Community
• Campus Expectations and Safety
• Financial Information (Cashier’s Office)
• Dining Options
• Student Health
• Technology at State
• Parking and Transportation

Download a detailed schedule!

Housing and Hotels

You have several options to consider when making overnight accommodations for Family Orientation.  Housing is NOT included in the New Student Fee. You may pay to stay on campus in Wolf Village Apartments or make an off campus reservation at a local hotel. Click here for more information about available housing and hotel options.  Note:  NC State does not endorse any particular entities that are not part of NC State.  The University has no responsibility with respect to any entities, or the housing or services they offer.

Directions and Parking Permit

Orientation participants may park on campus in the Lee Lot/West Lot areas located off of Sullivan Drive. The parking lot address is 2530 Sullivan Drive, Raleigh, NC 27607.

HOW TO GET TO NC STATE:

• Directions to Lee Parking Lot (2530 Sullivan Drive, Raleigh, NC 27607) can be found using this Waze link.
• Visit the University Transportation website for road construction updates/closings.
• Please do not try to enter campus via Dan Allen Drive from Hillsborough Street. The road is gated and not accessible to campus from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

ORIENTATION PARKING:

Students and families attending Orientation will use a free virtual parking permit that is validated using license plate recognition. The permit will be valid for the Lee Lot and West Lot from 7:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. on the day of your session. Parking is free and open to the public after 5:00p.m.

Register for your permit before leaving for Orientation using the following instructions, and note that you will need your license plate information to complete the online form. Speak with your student before obtaining your permit to ensure you are only completing this online registration process once for each vehicle that will need parking during Orientation.

How to Obtain Your Orientation Event Permit:

1. Visit ncsu.aimsparking.com
2. Select “Purchase Event Permit” (Note: Permit is Free)
3. Agree to the Terms of Service
4. Select “Orientation” as the event category
5. Select the Transfer Orientation session that corresponds with your registration date
6. When prompted enter Transfer2019 as the Event Voucher Code. The code is case sensitive and must be entered exactly as shown. Click Confirm.
7. Select Permit Type
8. Select Location (Note: the Accessible option is valid only when State Issued Placard is displayed)
9. Click “Add Vehicle”. Enter vehicle license plate, state, year and make. Click Add.
10. Enter Client Name and Phone Number. Click Confirm.
11. Review information entered for accuracy and click continue.
12. Enter email address to receive, confirmation of parking permit. Click Checkout. Remember, the permit is virtual, so your license plate is your permit and no paper permit is required. Permit is only valid only for the vehicle entered.

Important Virtual Permit Notes:

• This permit is free for guests, and you should not need to enter credit card information. If you use a credit card to purchase another permit in error, refunds are not available.
• If you registered to stay in Wolf Village Apartments the night before Orientation, you will need to move your car to Lee Lot or West Lot before Orientation Check-In at Bragaw Hall at 8:00a.m. the morning of your Orientation session.
• Accessible parking is available. It is only valid when a state-issued placard is displayed in your vehicle and you have registered for an accessible virtual Orientation permit through NC State (instructions above).
• If you change your Orientation session date or need to change which vehicle you are bringing, call the NC State Transportation office at 919.515.3424 to edit your permit.
• If you will be using a rental car, wait to register for a virtual permit once you have the vehicle and its license plate information.

Mobile Guide

Download the NC State University Guides app on your smartphone to access the “2019 New Students” mobile guide. It gives your family on-the-go information related to your student’s transition to NC State including Orientation schedules, important dates, and more! Click here for download instructions.

Meet the Orientation Leaders

Meet the students behind #OL2019! > Each year New Student Programs selects a group of mature and dedicated undergraduate leaders to assist with implementing university orientation programs throughout the year. Orientation Leaders serve as resources and peer advisors to new students and family members attending orientation programs.

Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, NC State will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. If you are a student or guest attending a New Student Programs event, have a disability and desire any assistive devices, services, or other accommodations (e.g., ASL interpreter, large print, etc.) to participate in this event, please contact Lori Wilson at new-students@ncsu.edu or 919.515.1234 during business hours of 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. EST as soon as possible or at least 10 working days prior to the event.