Orientation FAQ

First year students: There are two overnight experiences on July 18-19 or July 21-22, 2025
Transfer students: Thursday, July 24 or Saturday, August 16, 2025
Students working full time: Saturday, July 26 or Thursday, August 14, 2025.
Virtual: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
International students: All new international students should attend on Thursday, September 4, 2025

For more information see the registration page.

If you are a first year, domestic student: Yes! We designed this program specifically so that you can get the most out of your experience and feel prepared academically and socially. This is the best way for new students to meet lots of classmates and begin their time at UB right.

Shower shoes, toiletries, bath towels, shoes for community service, water bottle, sunscreen, pillow, twin xl sheets, change of clothes

Students will be split into groups of 20 or less and walked through the whole program by an Orientation Leader. Our “OL’s” are returning students who are prepared to share information about campus, their experience, and give you advice along the way. We also have a concurrent family Orientation for those who wish to accompany their students and get more information about what they can do to support your Purple Knight. You will also have the opportunity to meet with Student Financial Services, Student Academic Success and get familiar with campus technology.

You can contact the Dean of Students Office at orientation@bridgeport.edu or 203-576-4487.

For first year students: Check in is at 9:00am on Day One, check out is at 11:30 a.m. on Day Two. A full schedule is forthcoming.

For transfer students: Check in begins at 10:00am and the event will end at 2:00pm

New first year students move in on Thursday, August 31st. Fall sport student athletes should check in with their coaches about a move in date.

Your $200 Orientation Fee covers the cost of both Orientation and Welcome Week and is added to your first semester tuition. All new students pay this fee, regardless of whether they attend Orientation.

Welcome Week is a series of events held the five days prior to classes starting where the University plans events and activities to get you acclimated, meet faculty, feel settled and ready for the semester.