WHAT TO EXPECT
Orientation is your first step to becoming an official Cleveland State student. Orientation is a one day required program for all incoming freshmen at Cleveland State. There is a $60 Orientation fee for each student and a $30 program fee for each family member attending.
During Orientation, you will be broken down into small groups led by your Orientation Leader (an outstanding upper class student that was once in your shoes). Your Orientation Leader will help you meet other new students, learn all about Cleveland State, and make sure you're ready for your first semester of classes at Cleveland State.
During Orientation, you will also:
- Meet individually with your academic advisor to talk about your classes and major
- Register for your first semester classes
- Learn how to use CampusNet and your CSU email account
- Take your placement tests (Math and/or English) Optional: If you choose, you can take your placement tests prior to Orientation.
- Eat lunch
- Connect with student organizations and departments at Cleveland State
- Get your Cleveland State Viking ID card (VikingCard)
- Learn all about Cleveland State through information sessions on parking, safety, financial aid, student involvement and more
- Check out the new Recreation Center and newly renovated Fenn Tower
- Explore the campus and get tips and advice from your Orientation Leader
- Get your free CSU t-shirt
- Be entered into a raffle for a Book Scholarship for your first semester books (one scholarship per Orientation program)
- And...make friends with other new students
In order to get everything done, Orientation programs are one-day programs that begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. You must be present the entire time to take your placement tests and register for courses.
Parents and family are encouraged to attend Orientation. Find out about Family Orientation.
