First Year Orientation
Orientation is mandatory for all new First-Year and Freshmen Transfer students. It consists of three elements: a one day in-person orientation (2025 dates to choose from are August 19 on-campus in Springfield, and August 11 for online majors only); an online component, and New Student Welcome right before the start of classes. These programs are designed to help you meet new Prairie Stars, get registered for classes, and start to call UIS your new home!
Transfer Student Orientation
Orientation is highly encouraged for all new Transfer Students. There are three elements: a one day in-person orientation (2025 dates to choose from are August 11 for online majors and August 21 on-ground in Springfield); an online component, and New Student Welcome right before the start of classes. We have curated a program designed to help transfer students be able to call UIS their new home.
International Orientation Experience
Orientation is mandatory for all new international students. New International Student Orientation for students admitted to the Fall 2025 semester will take place on August 20. Please bring your immigration documents and arrive on time! International Student Services will be completing your Immigration Check-In at your Orientation. First-Year (Freshmen) International Students will participate in both the First-Year Orientation and the New International Student Orientation and should plan their campus arrival accordingly.
Graduate Orientation
Graduate students are highly encouraged to participate in our online orientation to help you get your semester off on the right note. There will be an online orientation that goes over advising, billing, payment plans, etc. An in-person "Taking Care of Business" event allows students to take a campus tour, get their iCard, and attend a campus department resource fair.
UIS Orientation Guidebook
Download the UIS Orientation Guidebook