Transfer Student Orientation

Orientation is required for all admitted students. You'll meet other students, learn about campus offices and resources, and register for classes.  There are important tasks that you are required to complete prior to your Orientation date. Learn more about how to prepare for Orientation.

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Your Orientation Program

Your Orientation experience is comprised of three parts:

• 1

  Pre-orientation Program (POP).

  Prior to your Orientation date, start your Pre-Orientation Program (POP), a self-guided online module that you complete at your own pace. You'll access POP through your Next Steps Portal, and we'll send you an email when it's time to get started. 

• 2

  Orientation and Class Registration.

  Choose in person or virtual:

  • In person: This is a day on campus where you'll learn about campus tools and resources and connect with other new students. You also register for your first-semester classes. You may bring up to 2 guests to your in-person Orientation, and you'll provide that information when you register for your Orientation date. There is no fee for guests.
  • Virtual: For the select virtual dates, the Orientation date and class registration will take place online via Microsoft Teams.

  
  
  

  Registration is required, and dates fill up quickly. Register as soon as you are able to. 

• 3

  Post-Orientation Program (POP 2.0).

  Your Post-Orientation Program (or as we like to call it, POP 2.0) is a self-guided module that you'll complete after attending your Orientation date. Watch your NIU email for information about accessing and completing POP 2.0.

Spring 2024 Orientation Dates for Transfer Students

Orientation dates for students beginning classes in Spring 2024 are listed below. We recommend registering for the earliest date you can.

Date	Format
Friday, Nov. 17, 2023	In person
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023	Virtual
Friday, Dec. 8, 2023	Virtual
Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023	In person

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Summer/Fall 2024 Orientation Dates for Transfer Students

Orientation dates for students beginning classes in Summer or Fall 2024 are listed below. We recommend registering for the earliest date you can.

Date	Format
Wednesday, April 10, 2024	In person
Wednesday, April 17, 2024	Virtual
Friday, April 19, 2024	In person
Tuesday, April 23, 2024	In person
Friday, June 14, 2024	In person
Monday, June 17, 2024	Virtual
Wednesday, July 10, 2024	In person
Tuesday, July 16, 2024	Virtual
Friday, Aug. 2, 2024	In person

Make Sure You're Ready

• Check your NIU email account frequently! Important information is shared weekly to help prepare you for your first semester at NIU, so make time to review the information that is sent to you.
• Check your Next Steps Portal for tasks you need to complete.
• If you have any questions, try checking the orientation FAQ.