• Domestic Transfer Orientation sessions are college/program-specific, so you need to attend the appropriate session for the major/college in which you are currently enrolled. Students can attend any of the sessions designated for their college (e.g. students in the College of Engineering can attend either of the two Engineering sessions).
• Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, and there are attendance caps for each session.
• Students are required to attend from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Take travel time into account as you select your session and make plans.

New Student Programs recommends that all transfer students consider registering parents and family members for the concurrent Family Orientation program. This program, designed specifically to assist families with their transition to the Wolfpack, is optional but highly encouraged. Learn more on the Family Orientation webpage.

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. Please note: Children and young adults in attendance should be supervised at all times by their family members while on our campus for Family Orientation.

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.

Only students who have been accepted to NC State and have paid their advance enrollment deposit can register for orientation. Registration is now open, and all accepted students who have paid their deposit will receive an email inviting them to register. Students should expect to receive their invitation email within three days after submitting their deposit.

Summer Start
If you are a confirmed participant in the Summer Start program, you will register for the Summer Start Orientation session, which will take place on Friday, June 23, 2023. If you need assistance registering for this session, please contact our office at new-students@ncsu.edu.

Registration Instructions:

• Log into your wolfPAW account.
• Click the block on your main portal page that says “New Student Orientation”
• Read the instructions, and select the orientation session you want to attend. Only the session(s) available to you (based on your college and/or major) will be offered as possibilities.
• Click the radio button next to the orientation session.
• Add the number of people attending, including yourself and any family members.
• Fill in guest contact information if you are registering family members.
• Indicate if you need to make a request for accommodations or have concerns about technology.
• Click “Submit”. A confirmation email will be sent to the email you used to log in. Please keep a copy of this email for your records.
• Contact New Student Programs at new-students@ncsu.edu if you have a conflict with attending your designated Orientation session(s).

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

• This fee covers your attendance and lunch during Orientation.
• The fee also includes attendance for up to two guests for Family Orientation, including guests’ materials and lunch tickets (up to two per family) for Fountain Dining Hall.
• This does not include overnight housing for students or family members. Click “Housing” below to learn more about options for overnight accommodations.
• No payment is due to New Student Programs. The Transfer Student Fee will be included in your Fall tuition bill.

Please bring the following items to Orientation:

• Valid drivers license or other government-issued photo ID (to have your Wolfpack One Card made)
• Make sure you know your Unity ID and password and have answered your three security questions
• Comfortable clothes/sneakers-you will be doing a lot of walking
• Pen and paper
• Sweater or light jacket as some buildings can be chilly
• Reusable water bottle
• Umbrella

Please leave electronic items (iPad, laptop, etc.) and other valuables at home

During Transfer Student Orientation, you will learn about NC State’s resources, opportunities, and expectations, and how these may be different than your previous institution. You will also have the opportunity to meet with your academic program and get to know other new transfer students.

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

View the 2023 Transfer Student and Family Schedule here!

Due to the one-day nature of the Transfer Orientation program, housing for students will not be provided by New Student Programs.

Students requiring housing the night before their designated orientation date may register for early arrival housing for an additional fee.

• You must be registered to attend Transfer Orientation to stay on campus. Space is limited, and early reservations are encouraged.
• Early arrival housing is $21 per person per night.
• Students may submit a reservation through the Conference Services website. Reservations must be made at least five business days in advance of a student’s scheduled orientation session, and pre-payment is required.
  • Complete the Early Arrival Reservation Form

Please note: This link will direct you to your housing portal through MyPack. If it doesn’t already have you logged in, you will use your  Student SSO login to complete your request. You will find this request under “Forms” in the top navigation of the page. The next page you will see says “2023-2024 Academic Year” in the term selector screen. Select this option, and the next page it will direct you to is to select the form you are trying to complete. You will be looking for the “New Student Orientation Early Arrival” in the Form Selector. You will be able to complete the request form from here.  

If you have additional questions regarding early arrival housing or any technical issues, please reach out to the Conference & Guest Services office via phone at 919.515.4398 or email at guestservices@ncsu.edu.

Hotel discounts are also offered to Orientation participants. 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.

Visit the Family Housing webpage here to learn more about housing and hotel options.

Students who identify as transgender, non-binary, agender, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, etc. and who plan to spend the night on campus during Orientation may contact Ronnie Rhodes prior to their arrival to discuss the options available for room assignments. The Orientation staff works with trans students on a case-by-case basis to find housing fit for each student.

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 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on the day of your session. Parking is free and open to the public after 5:00 p.m.

Register for your permit before leaving for Orientation (online form available in June 2023), and note that you will need your license plate information to complete the online form. If you are bringing guests for Family Orientation, please only complete this online registration form once for each vehicle that will need parking during Orientation.

How to Obtain Your Orientation Event Permit:

Do not complete this form until you receive your voucher code by email one week before your visit!

ORIENTATION PARKING:

1. Visit Go.ncsu.edu/EventParking
2. Ensure you are logged out of your parking account. 
3. Select “Purchase Event Permit” 
4. Agree to the Terms of Service
5. Select “Orientation”
6. Select *Summer Orientation that you are attending*.
7. When prompted, enter your Event Voucher Code. Select Confirm. (*Codes will be sent by email one week before your visit)
8. Select an available Permit Type
9. Select/Confirm your parking dates. Select Confirm.
10. Select Location
11. Select “Add Vehicle”. Enter vehicle license plate, state, year, make, and model. Review information entered for accuracy and select Add.
12. Enter client name and phone number. Select Confirm.
13. Select Continue.
14. Enter email address to receive confirmation of parking permit.
15. Review information. Select Checkout.

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 North Hall the night before Orientation, you do not need to register your vehicle for an additional day of parking. You will be able to park in Lee Lot or West Lot the night before your session (no earlier than 5:00 p.m.). You will need to move your car to Lee Lot or West Lot before Orientation Check-In at Lee Hall at 8:00 a.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.

In compliance with the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, NC State will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. If you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the New Student and Family Orientation program, please contact Laila Mohamed at new-students@ncsu.edu or 919.515.1234 during business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST as soon as possible or at least 10 working days prior to the event.