Before You Arrive
Find out how you can be best prepared for your Spring Orientation session in January.
New Student Orientation will be held virtually for Spring 2021.
You must attend Orientation before you register for classes. On your virtual Day of
Orientation, you will attend a virtual academic college session, participate in a
student panel, meet with an advisor, and register for classes. Registration is now open!
Welcome Freshmen and Transfer Students!
Orientation is a great time to meet many of your peers and Carolina faculty and staff, as well as learn more about the University of South Carolina and the resources available to you as a Gamecock student. This one-day session is designed to make your transition to our campus community as smooth as possible. Students starting at the University of South Carolina during the spring semester are included in this session.
What to Expect
Carolina's New Student Orientation is the first step in helping you successfully transition to the Gamecock community. We understand it may be time filled with excitement, but also nervousness. That's why our goal is to help you feel comfortable with your life as a Gamecock!
As a part of the program, you will:
- Connect UofSC faculty and staff and get to know some of your peers.
- Learn about living at the University of South Carolina
- Get acquainted with our campus policies and procedures
- Be equipped with a list of resources to help you succeed
- Learn about your academic program's curriculum and degree requirements
- Paarticipate in a virtual academic advising session and register for classes
Note: Attendance is mandatory for the entire orientation program; students who do not attend the entirety of the program will not be able to register for classes.
Dates and Fees
Registration for Spring Orientation 2021 will open on Thursday, November 16 at 12 p.m.
Freshman Session Date
- Wednesday, January 6
Transfer Session Dates
- Thursday, January 7
For Student: $130
For Family or Guest: $0
This covers the coall supplies and resources for New Student Orientation. The cost
also helps cover salaries for student staff, printing, transportation, equipment and
facility rentals. The student fee also covers the Family and Guest cost. Registered
family members or guests will receive access to supplies, materials, and resources.
All fees are nonrefundable.
What You Need to Know
Cancelling or Changing Your Session
Students will be able to change their orientation session after payment. If you choose to change your request, please log back into the Orientation Portal and make the change within the system. Please note: Registration closes two (2) business days before the start of each orientation session.