New Student Orientation

Online Orientation Modules & Placement Tests (Step 1)

The Online Orientation Modules are an asynchronous way to begin introducing new students (and their families) to the University of Illinois Chicago. These modules can be completed on your own time from anywhere. Log into my.uic.edu and click on the UIC Connect tab. Under the My Progress section, click on the link titled Complete online orientation. You do not need to complete the modules in one sitting, the system records your progress and you can pick back up where you left off in previous logins.

Placement Tests are used to assist your Academic Advisors in placing you into the correct courses. Advisors use these placement results in collaboration with any transcripts, AP/IB credit, etc. to determine the best place to start your UIC academic journey. To complete the Placement Tests, log into my.uic.edu and click on the UIC Connect tab. Under the My Progress section, click on the link titled Determine required placement tests.

New Student Advising and Registration Sessions (Step 2)

Following the completion of your Online Orientation Modules and Placement Tests, you will then be able to select your New Student Advising and Registration Session. These sessions are led by your Academic College and will include information about your college, academic advising, course recommendations, and class registration support. Each Academic College at UIC has its own identity and facilitates these sessions to meet the unique needs of students within their college. The New Student Advising and Registration sessions will be different for each college. Please click on your Academic College below to find out information about your academic transition and the form for which they are using for these sessions. To register for your New Student Advising and Registration session, log into my.uic.edu and click on the UIC Connect tab. Under the My Progress section, click on the link titled Sign up for New Student Advising.

*These sessions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Earlier attendance will ensure a broader selection of courses and availability. We recommend signing up for the earliest available session.

Please note: new students who need accommodations for the New Student Advising and Registration Sessions should work directly with their Academic College. This may include assistance during the sessions, requesting an alternative format for the sessions (online, in-person, hybrid), and any other questions about the session. Additionally, the New Student Advising and Registration Sessions are only for new students. Parents, family members, and guests are not able to attend these sessions with their students. However, students are recommended to discuss the meetings with their families and supporters follow the completion of the session.

In-Person Orientation Sessions (Step 3)

After students have registered for classes, they will need to sign up to attend a mandatory, In-Person Orientation Session. These sessions will include a welcome to UIC, presentations on important topics related to your UIC experience, transition sessions to assist in your acclimation and on-boarding to UIC, a chance to follow up on any academic advising questions/concerns, and a chance to make connections with other new students, staff, and campus administrators. To register for your In-Person Orientation, log into my.uic.edu and click on the UIC Connect tab. Under the My Progress section, click on the link titled Orientation reservation.

Dates for In-Person Orientation are opened on a rolling basis. Programs will begin in mid-June and will go until August. If you do not see a date that works for you, please check back regularly as new dates will be added as earlier sessions fill up.

First-Year (Freshman) In-Person Orientation is a two-day, overnight program. Students will stay overnight in Campus Housing (no additional costs). Students will share a standard, double room with another Orientation participant. If you would like to room with someone who is attending the same orientation as you (as has the same gender identity) you should plan to check in together the morning of the program in order to be assigned your preferred roommate. Students who do not have a preferred roommate will be assigned a roommate of the same gender who is also attending orientation.

Students who have a medical/health, religious, or cultural reason to not stay overnight do have the option to opt out of the overnight portion. Students who opt out of the overnight are required to remain on campus until 8:00pm on Day 1 and return by 9:00am on Day 2. Students will be required to check out at 8:00pm and back into the program by 9:00am in order to complete their required attendance in the program.

Check in for your orientation will begin at 8:00am on the first day of hour scheduled session. The program will conclude around 12:00pm on Day 2. Additional programming will take place in the afternoon of Day 2 for students and families who are interested.

Student must attend the program in its entirety in order to have the Orientation Hold removed from their account.

Please check back regularly for more updates!

Please check back in June for a list of items to bring with you to In-Person Orientation.

Transfer In-Person Orientation is a one-day program.

Check in for your orientation will begin at 8:00am on the first day of hour scheduled session. The program will conclude around 12:00pm on Day 2. Additional programming will take place in the afternoon of Day 2 for students and families who are interested.

Student must attend the program in its entirety in order to have the Orientation Hold removed from their account.

Please check back regularly for more updates!

First Year & Transfer Students

Please check out AHS’s New Students page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out CADA’s New Student Orientation page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out CBA’s New Undergrad Business Students page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out EDU’s Admitted Student page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out COE’s New Student Orientation page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out LAS’s New Student Orientation page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out CUPPA’s Admitted Student Information page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out SPH’s Undergraduate Admitted Students page for more info about your transition to UIC!

First-Year & Transfer Students

Please check out Honor College’s New Student Information page for more info about your transition to UIC!