Spring Orientation
Welcome to East Tennessee State University New Student Orientation for the spring semester! Attendance at the January session is required for both freshman and transfer students. Read below for information regarding what to expect, dates and costs.
Spring 2024 admits will be able to register for New Student Orientation in late October of 2023. Orientation will be all day on Friday, January 5, 2024.
Overview
If you are a freshman or transfer beginning classes in January (Spring Term) you are required to attend the Spring Orientation session. These are in-person sessions during which you will need to be available beginning at 8:00 a.m. up until 4:00 p.m.
During your Orientation you will hear from the university faculty and staff, meet with an Orientation Leader and peers, learn about university resources, and take care of several campus business items. In addition, this is when you will meet with an advisor and get registered for fall courses. A small breakfast and continental lunch will be provided during your session.
Dates and Fees
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Spring Orientation Date
Spring Orientation is a one-day Orientation. Students should plan to be available from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, January 5, 2024
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Fees
Students: $45 per student. Click HERE to see a sample schedule. (Schedule is subject to change)
Guests: $35 per guest. Click HERE to see a sample schedule. (Schedule is subject to change)
The New Student Orientation registration fee covers all supplies and resources used during your session. It also covers your meals, parking, equipment, printing and staff salaries.
Refunds: The orientation fee for both student and guest(s) is non-refundable.
Changing and/or Cancelling your Orientation
Students will be able to change their Orientation session after payment. If you choose
to change your request, please log back into the Orientation system and make the change
within the system.
Please note: Registration closes two (2) business days before the start of each session.
Here are some details to review concerning the day's activities:
1. Check in on the first floor of the D.P. Culp Student Center. You can park in any Faculty, Staff, or Student parking lot for Orientation days. For your reference, here is a Campus Map.
2. Check-in starts at 8:00 a.m. During check-in you will take care of important campus business and get prepared for your session.
3. Student and guests may be walking around campus, so please plan to wear comfortable shoes and a rain jacket or umbrella in case of inclement weather. Layers are recommended when inside buildings.
4. The day ends around 4:00 p.m. Plan to attend the entire day. If you're unable to do so, contact our office to discuss options 423-439-8452
5. It is essential you review the Pre-Orientation Checklist.
When You Arrive
Learn more about parking, housing accommodations, and checking-in to New Student Orientation.
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Parking
Parking will be available in any Faculty, Staff, or Student parking lots for Orientation dates. For your reference here is a Campus Map.
We highly suggest parking in lots 15a, 15b, 16, or 28-34 listed on the campus map above on an Orientation day if spaces are available. Parking in these specific lots, we will have students to guide you to Orientation Check-In.
See below for helpful directions from various parts of the state:
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ETSU from Knoxville, TN
Take I-40 East out of Knoxville.
At the I-81/I-40 Junction, take I-81 North.
Take exit 57A to Johnson City.
Take I-26 to exit 24 (Elizabethton).
Make a left and follow the signs to ETSU.
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ETSU from Asheville, NC
Take I-26 into Tennessee.
Take exit 24 (Elizabethton).
When exiting the ramp there is a stoplight.
Make a left and follow the signs to ETSU.
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ETSU from Bristol, TN/VA
Take I-81 South.
Take exit 57A to Johnson City,
Take I-26 to exit 24 (Elizabethton).
When exiting the ramp there is a stoplight.
Make a left and follow the signs to ETSU.
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Overnight Accommodations
Off-Campus
Hotel accommodations are available in the area if you prefer. Please make your own arrangements. Listed below are a number of local hotels, but this is not an exhaustive listing. Some hotels offer an ETSU rate which you can request when making a reservation. -
Check-In
Check in for your Orientation will begin at 8:00 a.m. outside in the Commons. During this time, you will be greeted by Orientation Leaders, grab schedules, and have an opportunity to take care of any other holds (requirements you must meet before registering for classes) you might have and enjoy a small breakfast to get you fueled for the day ahead!
More information regarding check in will be shared in your confirmation emails.