We are excited that you've chosen CSUSB to continue your academic journey. Our Orientation program is designed specifically for transfer students like you, providing essential resources and support to ensure a smooth transition into the CSUSB community.
Recognizing that your needs differ from those of first-year freshmen, we’ve crafted a specialized orientation session that focuses on the most critical information for your success as a transfer student. This program will help you navigate your new academic environment and connect with key campus resources to support your academic and personal growth.
We’re here to help you succeed, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the Coyote family!
Transfer Orientation will consist of:
Pre-Orientation: After registering for Orientation please allow 24-48 hours to access the Pre-online Orientation modules under the “checklist items menu” This will begin introducing you to campus resources, and get a taste of what it means to be a student at CSUSB.
Orientation: Historically, Orientation has been an all-day event! Please be prepared to spend the entire day on campus, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with your peers, explore the campus, and engage in valuable sessions.
Light refreshments and snacks, including lunch, will be provided throughout the day.
During this experience, you’ll also have the chance to:
- Meet with academic advisors to discuss your course plans
- Learn about important campus resources, including financial aid and more
- Get to know various departments and services to set you up for success at CSUSB
We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring you have a memorable and informative day!
Post-Orientation:
- Be sure to regularly check your Coyote email for important updates and communications leading up to the start of the semester.
- Before the semester begins, don’t forget to visit our Parking website to purchase your parking permit.
- If you have any questions or concerns before your first day of class, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help and support you every step of the way!
How to Register for Orientation
How to Register
In order to register for a Orientation session, you will need to:
Accept Your Offer of Admission
All students must accept their offer of admission BEFORE June 3. Visit the Admissions Next Steps for information and step-by-step directions. Once you accept your admissions, please allow 24-48 hours before you register for an Orientation session.
Preparing to Register for Orientation
- Know your Coyote (student) ID number - and myCoyote log-in information.
- Know any scheduling conflicts – Orientation is a mandatory, two-day program. Make sure you plan accordingly to attend the entire session.
Register for Orientation!
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2. Log into myCoyote. Navigate across the top to the Checklist Items menu, in which you will find Orientation Registration. Follow the on-screen instructions to register for your Orientation session.
Changing Your Orientation Date
Changing Your Orientation Date
If you need to change your Orientation date:
- Send us an email at orientation@csusb.edu. In your request, please include the following information:
- First and Last Name
- Student ID Number
- Original Orientation date your are registered for
- New Orientation date you want to switch into
- Contact phone number
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2. Call Orientation and First Year Experience at (909) 537-5233. Please be ready to provide the above information when you call.
NOTE: Changing your Orientation session is subject to availability in another session. If you change your Orientation date more than once, you will be charged an administrative fee of $25 per change. Please review the Program Costs and Fees page.
Cancelling Your Orientation Registration
To cancel your orientation:
- Please contact Admissions and Student Recruitment at (909) 537-5188 or moreinfo@csusb.edu to withdraw your admissions from CSUSB.
- Once your admissions cancellation is processed, your orientation date will automatically be cancelled.
Program Dates
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When choosing your Orientation session, please make sure you do not have any outside conflicts (such as work, classes, appointments, etc.) with your selected Orientation date.
Information regarding your Orientation session will be sent to your CSUSB email account.
| Session | Date | Time | Registration Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuesday - Wednesday, July 8 - 9 | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Day 2) | Tuesday, July 1 | Open |
Website may not reflect current-time statuses on orientation sessions; visit the registration page via your myCoyote portal to view available sessions.
Your Orientation hold is not removed from your account until you participate in the entire Transfer Orientation program. You will not be able to register for classes until your Orientation hold is removed. Please check your CSUSB e-mail account for updates. Orientation information will not be sent to your personal email account.
Schedule
Although not everything can be covered during Orientation, the full-day schedule is designed to provide you with the most important information as you transition into CSUSB. During Orientation, you will be put into Pack groups with other new students within the same college, lead by a returning student Orientation Leader to guide you through the day.
Check In
Check in begins at 7:00 AM. Students who arrive after 9:00 AM are considered late and will need to reschedule their orientation session.
Program Schedule
- Welcome
- Campus Navigation
- Engagement Opportunities
- Money Management - Financial Aid & Student Financial Services
- Lunch
- Campus Resource Fair
- Life at PDC
- Academics at CSUSB
Advising and Registration
Academic advising is an educational process by which you are integrated into the university's academic community. Academic Advisors help newly admitted transfer students make informed decisions about their course selection and university policies and procedures.
During Orientation, you will participate in a group advising experience. You will learn about academic program requirements, academic policies and procedures, and other services that will help you achieve you academic success. Enrollment in courses for fall semester will take place during your assigned registration date and time. Your registration date and time will be available on your myCoyote portal.
Before You Attend Orientation
In order to have a successful Orientation session and smooth transition, you'll want to have done the following before you attend Orientation.
- Pre-Orientation - An online program to start introducing you to CSUSB resources, services, and getting acquainted with some of the terminology used on campus!
- This is available on your myCoyote portal under the Checklist Items menu, 24-48 hours after registering for Orientation.
- Get connected on NearPeer! - Join the online social community to meet other new Coyotes, find new friends based on your major or other interests, and get connected to the Pack!
- Review Orientation Cost/Fees & Waiver of Liability - Students who register to participate in Orientation agree to the cost of the program, any fees that may be charged, and waiver of liability. It is important that you review these policies.
- Emergency Contact Information - You are required to submit your emergency contact information on your myCoyote Self Service Student Center. Be sure to keep this information updated with CSUSB.
Don't Forget!
- Submit Your Final Transcripts - You can attend orientation without having submitted them, but we want you to be aware of the deadline! Your final transcripts are due to CSUSB Admissions and Student Recruitment by July 15, 2025.
- For more information on how to submit your final documents, please visit Admissions & Student Recruitment.