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Freshman Orientation


Reasons for participating Orientation

SFSU New Student Orientation is required for all first-time college students attending SFSU. We want to welcome you, share our University, and give  you an opportunity to learn the information needed to get you off to a good academic start. We urge you to make every effort to attend this important event at San Francisco State. First-time students who participate in an Orientation Program are better prepared, encounter fewer problems, and generally have a very positive feeling about their experiences at San Francisco State. Plan to join us!


Advising and Class Registration help at Orientation

You will be assisted in planning your Fall 2009 course schedule. Orientation includes a in-depth workshop on graduation requirements and we assist you in planning and registering for classes. Peer advisors will be on hand to help you understand how to best succeed course selection and facilitate your registration at Orientation. An advisor will check your schedule before you leave. Note: Failure to register for classes at orientation may make it difficult to acquire needed freshmen classes. Make every effrort to attend.


The two ways new students can best prepare for Orientation are:


Orientation Schedule for Summer 2009

The Summer 2009 ON CAMPUS Orientations for Freshmen entering for Fall 2009 will begin the first week of June 2009. Plan to stay the entire time. Freshmen schedule of the day may be viewed on Orientation Preview Website above.  Class registration only happens if students staty the entire session. Family members are invited to attend (maximum of 2 guests).

See our Conference Services information below for options for staying off campus during Orientation.

ALL DATES ARE FULL! Please email orient@sfsu.edu to request waitlisting for one of the below dates. Please don't forget to write your student ID number in the email.

  • Tuesday, June 2nd, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm ---This date is full!
  • Wednesday, June 3rd, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm ---This date is full!
  • Friday, June 5th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm--- This date is full!
  • Saturday, June 6th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm  ---This date is full!
  • Monday, June 8th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm   This date is full!
  • Tuesday, June 16th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm  This date is full!
  • Wednesday, June 17th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Friday, June 19th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Saturday, June 20th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm  This date is full!
  • Tuesday, June 23rd, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Wednesday, June 24th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Thursday, June 25th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Saturday, June 27th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Monday, June 29th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!
  • Wednesday, July 1st, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm This date is full!

OFF Campus DATES in SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
The following dates are orientations which will take place for our Southern California students who wish to take advantage of a Southern California location. Each freshman date below is the same as an on campus date, minus a physical campus tour. Location for this event is the Holiday Inn, Buena Park, CA. Directions to the hotel can be found on the orientation confirmation letter. There is a higher fee for this event: $75 per person, which includes advising materals, and meals. Joining us at the Southern California orientation are representatives from Financial Aid, Housing, and Career Center, as well as the Advisors and peer advisors from the Advising Center.
  • Thursday, June 11th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm - Southern California event! This date is full!
  • Friday, June 12th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm - Southern California event! This date is full!
  • Saturday, June 13th, check in 8:15 am - program: 9 am to 4:30 pm - Southern California event! This date is full!


Remember, in order to register for your classes, you must also submit your proof of immunizations before you can register.

Registration for these dates begins on April 1st, 2009! File intent to register, and then sign up for orientation. Dates will fill quickly, espeically high demand days such as the Saturday dates. Registration is first-come, first-served. Orientation fees must be paid 1 week after registration to secure your space. University fees must also be pre-paid in order to be able to register for classes at your orientation.

International Student Orientation Entering for Fall 2009

If you are an international student currently OUT of the USA, there will be a program, jointly offered with Office of International Programs in August, 2009.The office of International Programs wil email you details about this event.


Registering for Fall 2009 classes at Orientation

Freshmen register for classes on their Orientation date. We will show you how. Remember, in order to register for classes, you MUST have your ELM and/or EPT scores or exemptions on file, if the tests are required. Do you need to test? Here's the link to see your test score report. Failure to take required tests by the deadline will result in cancelation of orientation, therefore, there will be no space available for you to attend in fall.


Placement Scores for ELM and/or EPT   

Placement tests are mandatory to attend Orientation and/or registering for classes. If you have taken the tests no later than May 2, 2009 at any California State University, SFSU should have your scores on file. To be safe, also bring a copy of your scores to Orientation. (You can request your scores from Educational Testing Service (ETS). Once you know your scores, find out what those scores MEAN here. If you have not yet taken ELM and EPT you must register and take one of the Spring 2009 tests (Recommended in March or April). Go to SFSU Testing website to register for our tests at SFSU. You may take the test at any California State University, however, just make sure to bring your scores WITH you on your Orientation day!

If you took the ELM or EPT tests, after 3 weeks, you can see your scores on the web here.

If you take ELM/EPT at another campus, be sure to indicate SFSU as a destination of your test scores. Please put your SFSU student ID number (from your Notice of Admission) on your test materials.


Fees for Orientation

Orientation fees will be $35 per student and $25 per guest. The fees include your Orientation materials, Class Schedule booklet and a meal. See more information regarding Orientation fees and University fees (Tuition).
NOTE: An $8 rescheduling charge will be applied if you do not cancel your Orientation prior to 3 days in advance!


How to Register for Orientation

Note: You must file your Intent to Register before you can sign up for Orientation. Starting April 1st, you may do both. After Intent, you may view your orientation confirmation at http://www.sfsu.edu/online/orient.htm


On or Off-Campus Accommodations During Orientation

Here are some options for finding accommodations on and off campus during our Orientation sessions. http://www.sfsu.edu/~meetings/reservation/reservationorientation.html

On-Campus Reservation Form
please call click below;
http://www.sfsu.edu/~meetings/reservation/reservationorientation.html


Off-Campus Hotels/Motels (not for Orientation registration)
please call click below;
http://www.sfsu.edu/~meetings/lodgingandhotels.html

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