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We begin contacting students via their ETSU assigned eMail in early March for students entering in the summer and fall, and late October/early November for students entering in the spring semester. Your eMail information was listed in your acceptance letter.

You should register early to receive your first choice of dates. Space is limited and dates will close when filled. In order to ensure that we are ready to assist you with all of your specific needs and questions, you must register at least 7 days prior to the event. You will be sent a confirmation email to your eMail account once you have completed registration for orientation.

The 2018 Orientation Dates can be found HERE.

The LAUNCH programs provide a wealth of online resources designed to assist you in your transition to ETSU. LAUNCH is available to you throughout your first semester at ETSU.

On ground orientation provides you the opportunity to be advised and to register for classes; receive your ETSU Student ID card; become familiar with campus, student services, and involvement opportunities; meet university staff and students; and to get answers to any remaining questions you may have. Sample Schedule

Dress for orientation is casual. You may want to bring a light jacket or sweater since we will be in air-conditioned facilities. Wear comfortable shoes for walking around campus. Check the weather and plan accordingly. You may be outside and moving from building to building. Bring an umbrella or rain jacket if there is a chance of rain.

Once you have made a reservation and wish to change the session date you can log into the orientation system and change your date at any time. Reservations can be changed to another orientation if space is available. We recommend you change your orientation date at least 7 days prior to the event you desire to attend. You will be sent a confirmation email to your eMail account once the request has been processed. If you have trouble feel free to contact the Office of New Student & Family Programs at orientation@etsu.edu.

In order to add a guest you may log back into the orientation system and add a guest at any time.  Please note that parents and guests have their own track of activities and will not be with their students for all of the day's events.

Parents, guests, or students requiring special assistance or interpreters for the hearing-impaired should contact the Office of Disability Services with questions at (423) 439-8346 to request an accommodation.

It is recommended that you submit appropriate and complete immunization documentation to the Health Clinic two weeks prior to your orientation. Failure to do so could impact your ability to register for classes. Please click HERE to see immunization requirements and important information. Please read this information thoroughly.

Any student who is newly admitted to ETSU (first-time or transfer) and plans to take all of their classes in the fall semester at ETSU Kingsport will have the opportunity to meet with Kingsport academic advisors during the main campus orientation by attending an information session and/or advisement. In addition, students who want to take their classes in Kingsport can contact the ETSU Kingsport Advisement team at 423-392-8000 after they’re admitted for further information and/or to schedule a pre-advisement appointment prior to attending their scheduled orientation.

The ETSU Department of Housing and Residence Life provides housing for students and guests attending New Student Orientation between May-August. Please contact the Office of Housing & Residence Life at 423-439-4446 for more information. 

ETSU's new student orientation fee is $30 per student. There is an additional $30 fee per guest. These fees are non-refundable. ETSU's new student orientation fee and guest fees cover the costs associated with the LAUNCH program, on ground orientation program, related meals, training, materials, new student handbook, and other activities.

Directions to campus and parking information can be found HERE.

For more information on campus services and programs click HERE.