New Student Orientation

Summer 2023 New Student Orientation Registration Open!

Registration for all incoming deposited students starting in Summer or Fall of 2023 is now open!  Deposited students can complete Pre-Registration and register for an Orientation session via the MyWCU portal.

All incoming undergraduate students are required to complete New Student Orientation prior to beginning coursework at Western Carolina University.  New Student Orientation consists of a Pre-Orientation course on WCU's Learning Managment System (Canvas) and an in-person session prior to the term of enrollment for incoming students.

Pre-Orientation via Canvas for registered Summer and Fall students is officially open!  Students should check their Catamount email for the invitation to join the course after registering for their in-person Orientation session.  Pre-Orientation must be completed prior to in-person Orientation attendance.

Please note that all incoming undergraduate students are required to participate in both the online pre-orientation experience and one of the in-person sessions prior to the term of enrollment.

For frequently asked questions please visit New Student Orientation FAQ.

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Prior to orientation each student must complete the following:

Immunizations

Submit NC required immunization records. Students will not be allowed to register for classes until all requirements are met.

• Collect your immunization history
• Determine your specific immunization requirements
• Submit your immunizations through Health Services' online patient portal

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Pay Deposit

Students will not be allowed to register for classes until your $300 deposit has been received.
PAY DEPOSIT

Pay Orientation Charge

The 1-Day Orientation charge for students is $70, while each guest costs $55.  The 2-Day Orientation charge for students is $150, while each guest costs $85 (for guests staying off-campus) or $115 (for guests staying on-campus). All orientation charges must be paid prior to attending the in-person session.
PAY Orientation fee

Complete Pre-Orientation Online

Pre-Orientation for Summer and Fall students is officially open!  Please check your Catamount email for your invitation to join the course in Canvas once you have signed up for your in-person sessions.  Pre-Orientation must be completed prior to in-person Orientation attendance.  

ACCESS CANVAS.

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We are looking for new Orientation Counselors!

If you have lots of school spirit, a passion for WCU, and want to share your enthusiasm for the university with incoming students we invite you to apply to be an Orientation Counselor! The application is now available on JobCat.  Please reach out if you have any questions about the application or interview process!

*Last Updated: 5/5/23