Transfer Student Orientation
We are excited to welcome you to the Prairie Star Community! Whether you are coming from a community college or another university, our orientation program is here to help you connect with resources, meet other UIS students, and feel confident in your transition to UIS.
Online Orientation - Canvas Course (Work at Your Own Pace)
Explore UIS resources and services whenever it’s convenient for you! This self-paced orientation is available to all new students—whether you're enrolled online or on campus.
- Access through your UIS Canvas dashboard using your NetID and password
- This is a free, non-credit and ungraded resource available to you!
In-Person Orientation (Strongly Encouraged)
In-person summer orientation isn’t required for transfer students, but it’s definitely encouraged! It’s a great way to meet other students, get connected to campus resources, and learn about all the opportunities UIS has to offer.
In-person Summer Orientation Sessions:
Virtual (synchronous) Orientation Sessions:
Monday, June 29, 2026
In-person Summer Orientation Sessions:
- Monday, June 22, 2026
- Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Friday, June 26, 2026
- Saturday, June 27, 2026
Taking Care of Business (Optional In-Person Event)
Taking care of business is an in-person experience designed specifically for transfer students. It’s a great opportunity to connect with key campus offices like Financial Aid, Parking, Bursars Office, Health Center, and more. You will get the chance to finalize any last-minute tasks before classes begin.
Summer 2026: Friday, August 21, 2026
Things to Know
- Move-In Day for New Transfer Students: Wednesday, August 20th (Fall 2026)
- New Student Convocation: TBD
- Fall classes start Moday, August 24, 2026
- Spring classes start Monday, January 12, 2026
- Checkout the UIS Orientation Guidebook (pdf)
- Complete the Confirmed Student Checklist before classes begin
- Ensure that UISOrientation@uis.edu is marked as a safe sender to receive important information without issues