NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION INFORMATION 

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We are excited to welcome you to the John Muir College Family!  Your Orientation is your formal introduction to your new environment as a member of the UC San Diego and John Muir College community.  Orientation provides you with the opportunity to meet other students beginning their academic career, interact with Muir College staff, and meet people who serve as important resources as you create your undergraduate experience. 

Orientation will provide you with the knowledge and campus connection necessary to begin navigating your first year at UC San Diego.  All incoming students are required to complete all components as directed.

Part One New Student Orientation and Academic Advising Virtual Webinars

We are excited to help you become acclimated to Muir College at UC San Diego and answer many of your questions. To aid you in your transition, we have worked closely with our partners within the College to provide you with the following virtual sessions that will help get you ready to join our community. Students only need to attend one (1) session for Part One Orientation. You will register for Part One Orientation through COR and it will direct you to use a google form. Choose your date by visiting the College Orientation Registration site (UCSD login credentials required) by July 25.

We look forward to getting to know you and welcoming you to the Muir community.  Muir Academic Advising held Summer 2024 Enrollment Webinars please click on the following link to watch the First-Year Enrollment Prep Webinar.

First-Years:

• Tuesday 7/29th- 9am-11am First Year
• Wednesday 7/30th- 1pm-3pm First Year
• Monday Aug 4th - 4pm-6pm- First Year

Transfers:

• Thursday 7/31st- 4PM -6PM Transfer
• Tuesday Aug 5th - 1pm-3pm- Transfer

Part Two Canvas Course -Will be released via canvas August 25th,2025. You will receive more information on how to complete the course via email.

Part Three New Student Orientation In-Person Session
The 2025 New Student Orientation In-Person Sessions will be held in September and your attendance is required. Check below for dates and times. Students only need to attend one (1) session. Choose your date by visiting the College Orientation Registration site (UCSD login credentials required) by July 25.

First-Year Student Orientation In-Person Sessions: 

New Student Orientation FAQ

We hope this page contains the resources and answers you are looking for.  If not, please contact us at jmcorientation@ucsd.edu and we'll help you out!

HOW DO I GET TO MUIR?

Click here for directions to campus. Please note road closures may occur due to ongoing construction.  Additional details are still being determined.  Please check back regularly for updated information.

WHEN DO I PAY FOR ORIENTATION?

Students: Orientation will be billed along with your Fall Quarter’s tuition which is available on TritonLink in September.  Payment for Fall quarter is DUE in late September. A fee waiver application will be emailed to your UCSD email account in August.

For more information on Student Billing; Direct Deposit, Billing and Authorized Payer:
https://sfs.ucsd.edu/student-accounts/how-to-pay-your-bill/index.html 

Information about Parents & Families Payment Help: https://parents.ucsd.edu/paying-the-bill/accessing-your-students-bill.html

WHAT IF I NEED ACCOMMODATIONS?

If you have a disability and need accommodations please let us know by email at jmcorientation@ucsd.edu. We will make the appropriate arrangements if possible.

For further assistance (as well as assistance during the quarter if need be) please contact the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) at http://osd.ucsd.edu to get information about resources available at UC San Diego.

Looking for more information

• New Triton Advising Site (UCSD login credentials required)
• College Orientation Registration Site (UCSD login credentials required)
  
• Important Dates and Deadlines
• Housing Website for Incoming Students
• Housing Dining Hospitality Important Dates
• New Undergraduate Resources