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Transfer Orientation Overview

Transfer Orientation

If you attended another post-secondary institution, served in the U.S. military for two years, or graduated from a Cooperative Innovative High School with an associate degree, Transfer Orientation is required.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: CLICK HERE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC ORIENTATION DETAILS.

About Transfer Orientation

Transfer Orientation is a required experience for all new transfer students. It includes both online modules and an in-person program designed to connect you with resources and support as you transition to UNCW.

The online modules must be completed before you can register for classes. They cover important information about academic advising and class registration.

Orientation registration opens online in the applicant status portal on Friday, February 27.

Preparing for Your Orientation

Step 1: Register for Orientation

Transfer Orientation Registration will open at noon on Friday, February 27.

To register, follow these instructions:

  • Log-in to your Applicant Status Portal
  • Click on "Register for Your Required Orientation" on your Enrollment Checklist.
  • Select the event you would like to attend and fill out the registration form. There is a section labeled “Guest Information” where you can add up to two guests. There will be a separate payment activity added to your enrollment checklist for your guest fees.

Once the registration form is completed and payment activity submitted, students and registered guests will receive a payment confirmation e-mail.

Orientation Fees

The orientation fee includes but is not limited to rental fees, technology fees, credit card fees, orientation software, students and staff payroll, printed materials, parking, and office operations and supplies.

In addition to the items above, the student fee includes a teal t-shirt and a lanyard. Guests 18+ will receive a tote bag, a family guide and calendar, a pen, and a Wilmington guide.

Transfer Orientation Fees

Student Fee

Guest Fee (aged 18+)

Guest Fee (aged 6-17)

Orientation Session Fee

 $120 $50 $15

Late/ Onsite Registration Fee
(includes $15 late add fee)

 not available $65 $30

Session Dates & Deadlines

Transfer Orientation is a required, 1-day program lasting from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. You are required to stay for the duration of the program.

Orientation Session Dates

Session Date

Registration, Change Request, & Refund Deadline

May 14

 May 7

May 27

 May 20

June 11

 June 4

June 25

 June 18

August 13*

 August 6

*Note: The August session has limited capacity and is primarily intended for students outside a 400-mile radius from UNCW. Students who have a specific need to attend this date should contact transitions@uncw.edu to discuss availability.

Step 2: Complete Your Modules

There are three (3) sets of modules that must be completed. Information and deadlines for each can be found below.

Pre-Registration Module

Completion Deadline: Before Course Registration

Before registering for classes, you must complete the pre-registration module in your enrollment checklist within the applicant status portal. This module is designed to familiarize you with academic requirements and campus resources, and you can work through them at your own pace. Plan to set aside about an hour to complete them.

U Got This! Violence Prevention

Completion Deadline: August 1

The U Got This! modules can be completed after you register for classes.

U Got This! is an interactive, video-based program that engages students in conversations around sexual violence, dating violence, stalking, and harassment. Students can access the U Got This! Violence Prevention modules on their enrollment checklist after registering for orientation.

The interactive modules can be completed on a computer or mobile device and will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. 

Contact care@uncw.edu to request an exemption from the U Got This! module.

Active Attacker Awareness

Completion Deadline: August 1

Students will receive an email from UNCW to complete the required active attacker training module. The module includes a video and quiz, and will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.

More information about requesting an exemption will be included in the email notification.

eCHECKUP TO GO

Completion Deadline: August 1

eCHECKUP TO GO modules are personalized, evidence-based online interventions that are designed to motivate users to make positive changes and enhance overall well-being and mental health. Students are required to complete either the alcohol or cannabis education modules.  

Step 3: Register for Your Courses

Transfer course registration will open on April 20 at 10 a.m. Your pre-registration module must be completed before you can register for classes.

Advising is an important part of your onboarding at UNCW. No matter what school or college your major belongs to, you should:

  • Keep an eye on your UNCW email and be ready to respond to outreach from your advisor.
  • Review the transfer equivalencies website.
  • Familiarize yourself with DegreeWorks in mySeaport and review your degree audit. Information on how to use DegreeWorks and what to register for can be found in the pre-registration module.
  • Get to know the requirements for your major. The academic course catalog can be found HERE.

Step 4: Attend Orientation

In-person orientation is a half-day experience that includes presentations on campus resources and support services, and opportunities to meet other students. 

For more information about the in-person orientation schedule, click here. 

If you do not attend orientation, you will not be able to begin courses. No exceptions will be made after the deadline has passed. If you have any questions, please contact Transition Programs at transitions@uncw.edu.

Be sure to check your UNCW email regularly for additional orientation information. Official university communication will always be sent to your UNCW email account. 

Additional Important Information

Accessibility Accommodations

Requests for accommodations can be submitted through your Orientation registration on the orientation registration site.

Accessibility Accommodations

Students who need reasonable accommodations during orientation can make a request to the Office of Transition Programs. Please make your request at least 7 days prior to your orientation date.

Dietary Restrictions

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available at each meal time. 

Additional dietary restrictions should be included in your Orientation registration.

Changes to Registration

All changes and refund requests must be submitted in writing by submitting the appropriate request form in the Applicant Status Portal.

Adding or Removing Guests

Guests can be added or removed from your registration until 7 days prior to your session date (see refund schedule above).

On-site registration for guests is subject to space availability and is not guaranteed. A $15 late registration fee will be added to any on-site registrations.

Session Change Requests

Students can request a session change up to 7 days prior to their originally scheduled date. Date changes are not confirmed until written notification is received from Transition Programs. Date changes occurring within 7 days of your original date will incur a $25 change fee. 

Refund Requests

All refund requests must be requested 7 days prior to your session date. The refund, minus a $5 processing fee, will be applied to your original form of payment. Requests made within 7days of your session will not be granted. 

NO LONGER ATTENDING UNCW?

Students no longer planning on attending the university need to notify the Admissions Office to cancel their admission and can do so via their applicant status portal.

If students have on-campus housing, they will need to notify Housing and Residence Life in writing regarding their housing.

EMPLOYEE FEE WAIVER

UNCW employees should check with Human Resources about special benefits for faculty, staff, and their dependents prior to submitting an orientation reservation for you or your student.

UNCW faculty, staff, and their dependents may be eligible to have the orientation fee waived.

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Contact Transition Programs

Transition Programs

Phone: 910.962.3089

transitions@uncw.edu

Fisher University Union, Rm 2017
601 S. College Road
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-5950

Office Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Summer Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday, 7:30-11:00 a.m.