Register for New Student Orientation

As a new Fairmont State University student, you are required to attend New Student Orientation. We have day and evening options for on-campus orientation, as well as a virtual orientation for those seeking a virtual option. 

New Student Orientation is where you will officially become a student at Fairmont State University. This program will introduce you to our campus, services, programs, and academics. Additionally, New Student Orientation is where you will get your Spring or Fall class schedule.

By attending orientation for Fall 2022, students will have an opportunity to win a one-time $1000 scholarship to Fairmont State University! Be sure to register today! 

Should I choose On-Campus or Online?

That’s up to you! We’ve created robust in-person and virtual orientation experiences to meet the needs of all our future Falcons. We have to admit, though, we’d love to see you in person, if possible – that way you get a sneak preview of what campus is like, and you can even ‘pre-walk' your daily schedule to get an idea of what your day might be like.

Welcome Wednesdays

Come visit our cozy, hilltop campus for a  Welcome Wednesday-an in-person, on-campus orientation experience 

Saturday Orientation 

        Come visit our cozy, hilltop campus for a  Saturday Orientation-an in-person, on-campus orientation experience  

Online Orientation

Students who cannot attend one of the in-person Welcome Wednesday events must register for one of our online New Student Orientation events. We’ve packed all the information you would normally get during a Welcome Wednesday into an interactive online session. 

If I attend an on campus orientation event, can my family come?

Yes! We encourage students to bring their support system to Welcome Wednesdays, and Saturday Orientations 

If I am an incoming student in the Fall when I do attend orientation?

Fall 2022 Orientation registration is now open!  Orientation options includes a variety of dates for Fall New Student Orientations.

What else do I need to do?

For a helpful reminder of the tasks you need to complete before the start of the semester, download your New Student Checklist.

Still have questions? Just email our office at  orientation@fairmontstate.edu for assistance.

Register for New Student Orientation & Other To-Dos

Step 1: Register for New Student Orientation by clicking here
 

Step 2: Schedule your Advising Appointment

To view academic advising information, please click here.   

Step 3: Attend a virtual Welcome Session or an on-campus Welcome Wednesday, or Saturday Orientation.

Attend your scheduled online Welcome Session or on-campus Welcome Wednesday, or Saturday Orientation. 

Step 4: Complete other tasks using myfairmontstate

Remember to log in myfairmontstate using your University Credentials (also often called your UCA, for example: jdoe1) to activate your student inbox, access Felix for course registration, apply for housing, and more.  Check your myfairmontstate inbox regularly for important information and additional events throughout the summer.