First-Year Students
Your UNLV experience starts here!
We're Excited You're Attending UNLV!
New Student Orientation will help you make a successful transition to college. You'll connect with future classmates, learn about the services available to help you succeed, and explore opportunities to get involved.
All incoming first-year students are required to complete both parts of New Student Orientation.
Part 1: Virtual Group Advising Session
- Learn more about your major and attend an academic advising session
- Review your first semester classes
- You will receive the zoom link 2 days prior via email, all sessions are held in pacific time
Part 2: New Student Orientation
- Take part in sessions to learn more about UNLV
- Participate in a group meetups with your fellow classmates
- Take a campus tour and learn about the campus
- Learn about getting involved and how to transition into college life
First-year students must attend the entire program in order for their orientation hold to be released.
We look forward to supporting you along the way to ensure you are ready for your first semester at UNLV!
Welcome Weeks
Enjoy Welcome Weeks and get the most out of your UNLV experience.
Academic Advising — Fall Semester
Establishing a relationship with an academic advisor ensures that you meet degree requirements and accomplish your personal and educational goals. First-year students will receive their class schedules during the virtual group advising session as part one of orientation and learn valuable information about degree requirements.
Your academic advisor will enroll you in the appropriate courses based on your major and official placement information submitted to the Office of Admissions. If you do not have official placement scores or wish to improve your placement, review the UNLV Placement Assessment options. Official placement information must be submitted to the Office of Admissions prior to your scheduled orientation by emailing ugdocuments@unlv.edu or contacting your Admissions Counselor.
Register for Classes — Spring Semester
Academic advising is not provided during spring orientation. All new students are required to meet with their academic advisor prior to registering for classes. Contact your Advising Center as soon as possible.
Family and Guests
Family members and guests are invited to attend UNLV Family Orientation. This unique program will address the priorities and questions that family members typically have. Please note students and family guests will be separated during the orientation day. Please click on the link below to register for family orientation and pay the $40/guest fee.