New Student Orientation: January 11, 2018

NJIT New Student Orientation: January 11, 2018

Welcome new NJIT Highlanders! New Student Orientation is the required program for all incoming freshmen. The one-day program will give you the opportunity to learn about the curriculum for your intended major, register for classes, understand the resources available to you, make new friends, learn about campus life, and take your picture ID. The cost of orientation is included with your tuition.

Parents and guardians are also invited to Family Orientation. There is a nominal cost for parents and guardians to attend Family Orientation - the cost is $32.64 per each guest. Family Orientation is a great way for parent and guardians to know more about supporting their student through NJIT.

For questions or concerns, please email us at orientation@njit.edu or call us at 973.596.5364 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. More information can be found at our website.

FAQs

Do I have to attend New Student Orientation?

• New Student Orientation is required for all incoming freshmen. It is the only way for you to receive the information you need to begin your studies at NJIT, receive academic advisement, and register for classes, giving you the best start possible at the university.

Do I have to stay overnight?

• The January 11 program is not an overnight event. The program sessions go until 5:00 pm in the afternoon.
  

What are my transport/parking options?

• Please park at the Parking Deck on Summit Street (enter at Colden and Warren Streets). No parking pass will be needed. You may also take the light rail to Warren Street/NJIT which stops right at campus. Use the NJ Transit Trip Planner or Google Maps to find the best route using public transportation.

Where do I check in?

• Please check in at the Campus Center Atrium. Peer Leaders will help direct you to the check-in site.

What should I bring?

• Pen & notepaper
• UCID and password
• Health Services packet http://www.njit.edu/healthservices
• One form of identification with a photo (driver’s license, School ID)
• Comfortable clothes and shoes

What if I require specific accommodations?

• We will make reasonable accommodations for medical, disability, dietary, or religious reasons. All accommodations can be indicated using the Eventbrite registration form.