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We are excited to welcome you and your Seahawk at Orientation this summer! Below you'll find some frequently asked questions about Orientation.

Are sheets, pillows, towels, etc included for students and guests staying on-campus in a residence hall?

No. Towels, linens, and pillows are not included if you stay at a residence hall. We recommend bringing a sleeping bag so bedding is easier to manage, as well as a pillow, towel, and toiletries. If you prefer to bring sheets, you will need the twin xl size. For more information, please contact Housing at housing@uncw.edu or (910) 962-3241.

What is early arrival?

Early arrival is offered to first-year students and their guests who wish to arrive the night before their Orientation begins and want to stay on campus. It is only offered to those attending Orientation in June. Check-in is between 7-9PM the night before the Orientation session starting in Loggerhead Hall. Orientation Leaders will have a variety of activities planned to introduce students to each other beginning at 8:30 p.m. in the student residence hall. There are no activities planned for guests. Students & guests can register for Early Arrival in the add-on section of Orientation registration. If Early Arrival was not added in your student’s initial registration, they may add it by emailing transitions@uncw.edu.

Are all sessions during Orientation required for students?

Yes, all sessions during Orientation for students are required. Students must attend all sessions to fulfill their Orientation requirement. If your student misses a session during Orientation, they will not be able to register for courses until the missed presentation has been made up.

Are all sessions required for those attending Family & Guest Orientation?

No, all sessions are not required for family members and guests. They can decide what sessions they would like to attend and can come and go as they’d like.

Are students required to stay overnight on campus?

No, students are not required to stay overnight on campus. However, the cost of their stay is included in their Orientation fees. We highly encourage students to stay on campus overnight to be fully immersed in the Orientation experience and connect with fellow Seahawks.

What does the Orientation student fee cover?

The Orientation fee includes but is not limited to rental fees, technology fees, credit card fees, Orientation software, student and staff payroll, printed materials, parking, shuttle services, and office operations and supplies. In addition, the student fee includes an overnight stay after day one, breakfast, lunch, and dinner on day one, breakfast and lunch on day two, a teal t-shirt, and a drawstring bag.

What does the Family & Guest Orientation fee cover?

The guest fee covers the cost of the program including but not limited to rental fees, technology fees, credit card fees, Orientation software, student and staff payroll, printed materials, parking, shuttle services, and office operations and supplies. In addition, the guest fee includes breakfast and lunch on day one and lunch on day two. Guests 18+ will receive a tote bag, a family calendar & resource guide, and a Wilmington guide per family.

Can my student change their Orientation date?

Session changes are subject to availability. To change their Orientation date, students need to email transitions@uncw.edu. They should include their name, Student ID number (850#), and the date they'd like to change to.

Can my student request accessibility or dietary accommodations for themselves or their guests?

Requests for accommodations can be submitted through your student’s Orientation registration on the Orientation registration site. Students or guests who need reasonable accommodations during Orientation must make a request to the Office of Transition Programs (transitions@uncw.edu) at least 7 days prior to their Orientation date.