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Transfer Orientation

Orientation is a fun and educational program that is critical to your success as a new Transfer student. You can expect to:

  • Learn about academic policies and requirements.
  • Get familiar with campus buildings/landmarks.
  • Hear about resources and involvement opportunities.
  • Make connections with other new students.
  • Receive information on academics and get prepared for your advising and class registration day.
  • Learn about how to register for your first semester of classes! 

Orientation is mandatory for all undergraduate transfer students, so be sure to take the steps below as soon as you can! Academic Advising and class registration will not be completed at Transfer Orientation. For more information on advising, click here. 

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Congratulations on your acceptance! Attend Transfer Orientation!

Transfer Orientation Dates

Note: Registration for Orientation is first-come, first-served and sessions will close once they've reached their maximum capacity. 

Early Fall 2026 Admitted Students (Summer A/C - Classes start May 11, Summer B - Classes start June 22)

The available dates for your Orientation are still pending. Details and dates for your term will be available for sign up in February 2026 on your my.fiu.edu portal. There will be dates for transfer students starting in April through May. 

Fall 2026 Admitted Students (Classes start August 24)

The available dates for your Orientation are still pending. Details and dates for your term will be available for sign up in February 2026 on your my.fiu.edu portal. There will be dates for transfer students starting in June through August.

Spring 2027 Admitted Students (Classes start January 11)

The available dates for your Orientation are still pending. Details and dates for your term will be available for sign up in September 2026 on your my.fiu.edu portal. There will be dates for transfer students starting in November through December. 

Completing Orientation

24 hours after you've paid your $200 tuition deposit or have had it waived, log into your my.fiu.edu account, click the Orientation tile. Here you will see more information and be connected to the portal to begin your Virtual Orientation. Upon completion, you will be charged $35.

Follow these suggestions to successfully complete your Virtual Orientation:

  • Any pop-up blockers within your Internet browser must be turned off in order to access the Virtual Orientation.
  • Let all videos play through on their own...if you try to skip ahead, it will not let you continue.
  • You can stop and restart where you left off by going back to the link in your MyFIU account.
  • Stay active within the Virtual Orientation to ensure that you don't time out of the system and lose your progress.
  • If you've followed these suggestions, but are still having technical difficulties, send an email with your name, Panther ID, a detailed description of the problem and any relevant screen shots to orient@fiu.edu for assistance.

Day of Orientation Information

We can’t wait to see you at Transfer Orientation! More information will be announced closer to the start of the Orientation season—please check back for updates.

Request Accommodations

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a university event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (CRCA) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to CRCA at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.

Download the FIU Orientation mobile app

Download the FIU Orientation mobile app to navigate orientation, view your schedule, and access helpful resources.

How to download:

  1. Visit the App Store or Google Play and search “FIU Orientation.”

  2. Look for the neon Panther icon on a dark blue background.

  3. Open the app and tap “Find Guides” (bottom left).

  4. Select “Transfer Orientation” and tap “Download Guide.”

This will give you the most up-to-date orientation details and tools—all in one place.

Note: You do not need to create an email, username, or password to access the Transfer Orientation guide. Simply tap “Find Guides” to open it.

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Pre-Orientation Checklist

Get prepared before attending Orientation. Follow the steps below to ensure a smooth transition to FIU!

  • Mandatory - Sign up for your Advising and Registration (A&R) Day!

    Academic Advising and class registration will not be completed at Transfer Orientation. Academic advising and class registration information can be found in your MY.FIU account under the Orientation dashboard. Your academic advisor will remove the New Transfer Student (TRS)  registration hold so that you can then register for your classes.

    Should you have any questions about academic advising and class registration, visit the Advising and Registration website or email fiuadvising@fiu.edu. 

  • Mandatory – Submit Official Records/Transcripts

    Submit ALL final official transcripts from any college or university you’ve attended along with advanced placement (AP),  CLEP, IB, or any other exam score. Visit Submit Transcripts for detailed instructions on how to submit all types of transcripts, foreign credits, etc. We encourage you to review your Transfer Credit Report through my.fiu.edu to confirm all your previous schools, AA degree (if applicable), and exam scores are listed. Please direct all questions to transfer@fiu.edu.

  • Access your FIU Student Email
    • All fully admitted students at FIU have access to their own personal FIU email account through Microsoft 365.
    • To log in to your email, visit fiu.edu and type in your FIU username (the first part of your FIU email account, ex. rpant065) and password, which is the same as your MyFIU password. If you cannot access your FIU student e-mail or are having issues logging in, contact our Division of IT at (305) 348-2284.
  • Resolve Holds

    Check your “Tasks” tile in your my.fiu.edu account for any of the holds. Holds must be resolved before attending orientation.

    • The Orientation Hold will be removed once you fully attend and complete our program.
    • Immunizations Hold for health compliance records.
      • Review FIU’s immunization requirements, and submit all necessary documents/waivers to immune@fiu.edu. Processing time is 24-48 business hours.
      • Did you grow up or attend school in the state of Florida? You have records on file with the Florida Department of Health Immunization Registry, also known as Florida SHOTS. If you would like FIU to search for your records in the registry, please complete this consent form.
      • If you need assistance with Immunization holds, contact Health Compliance via email at immune@fiu.edu.
      • Previous schools may not transfer this information.
    • Admissions Hold for undetermined residency
      • If you have an Admissions/Residency hold, additional details about requirements can be found on the OneStop Enrollment Services website.
      • Using Web Upload through your MyFIU is the preferred method to submit your initial residency documents. To do so:
        1. Follow instructions to Submit Forms Online
        2. Choose department: Admissions
        3. Choose form name: Residency Docs Florida (Initial)
        4. Upload your documents and save
      • For questions or additional assistance with residency, please email admresidency@fiu.edu.
  • Financial Aid

    Financial aid processes are often aligned with specific academic terms. There are distinct timelines for early fall, fall, and spring semesters, each requiring a separate application to ensure timely disbursement of funds. Please see below for more information:

    1. Complete your 24/25 FAFSA (Early Fall/Summer B 2025) and your 25/26 FASFA (Fall 2025, Spring & Summer 2026) at FAFSA.gov and include FIU School Code 009635.
    2. Visit your my.fiu.edu to check your Tasks tile for any pending Financial Aid items.
    3. If you have been selected for verification, click on the Federal Verification Link; all verification documents must be submitted via ProVerify.
    4. Your financial aid will not be processed until verification is completed.
    5. For questions or additional assistance with Financial Aid, contact 305-348-7272. 
  • Upload photo for FIU OneCard

    You are required to upload your photo and government-issued ID to the FIU One Card Office prior to your Orientation date. You will be allowed to upload your photo closer to your orientation date and will receive a communication directly from One Card. Make sure you follow all directions, and that your photo meets all required criteria. Your FIU One Card will be distributed at Orientation. Visit our website onecard.fiu.edu or email onecard@fiu.edu with any questions.

  • International students (on J1/F1 Visas)
    1. You are required to have health insurance. An Insurance Hold will be placed on your account until proof of insurance is shown.
      • More information about health insurance requirements can be found on the Health Compliance website.
      • If you need assistance with an Insurance Hold, contact Health Compliance via email at insure@fiu.edu, phone 305-348-2688 or fax 305-348-3336 from 9am - 5pm, Monday through Friday.
      • Processing time to 24-48 business hours.
    2. Ensure that you’ve completed the Declaration Certification of Finances Form to register for your classes. For assistance, email iadmiss@fiu.edu.
    3. You are required to attend an International Student Services Session conducted by the Office of International Student and Scholar Services(ISSS).
  • Arrange for Housing

    On-campus housing fills up quickly, so apply early! Visit the Housing & Residential Experience website and sign a housing agreement today!

    There are other several properties that cater to the needs of transfer students:

  • Sign Up for Panther Camp!

    Panther Camp provides incoming FIU students with the opportunity to transition to FIU in an exciting and engaging way! Meet new students, create lasting memories, and get ready to embark on a new journey at FIU. Sign up today!

  • Orientation Payment

    All outstanding orientation charges must be paid in full prior to attending your scheduled session.

Post-Orientation Checklist

After attending Orientation, complete your post-Orientation checklist in order to have a successful first semester!

  • Get your Virtual Parking Permit!

    A student virtual parking permit is available to each student who is currently enrolled and would like to park a vehicle on campus. After you've signed up for your classes, be sure to register your vehicle by logging into your parking portal with your FIU student credentials. Please click on "My Parking Account" to begin registering your vehicle. 

     

  • Complete a Canvas Training

    Canvas is the learning management system (LMS) which hosts the very courses you will take at the university and gives you access to course materials and tools to communicate and collaborate with classmates, instructors and/or Teaching Assistants (TA's). Complete a Canvas training to help you get started!

  • Get your FIU gear and textbooks for your courses!

    Get your FIU gear from the FIU Barnes & Noble Bookstore and receive your textbooks through the Panther Book Pack program.  The Panther Book Pack program gives you convenient access to all of your course materials.

    The Panther Book Pack is an affordable course materials rental program providing all undergraduate students with their required course materials by the first day of class at a fixed rate of $20 per credit hour. Learn more about the Panther Book Pack program here! 

  • Remain Pawsitively Aware

    FIU actively commits to providing a safe and healthy University community and helping FIU students become Pawsitively Aware of safety measures. As a new Panther, you will be auto-enrolled (after the add/drop deadline) in the following courses: 

    • Sexual Assault Prevention
    • Hazing Prevention 
    • Active Shooter Preparedness 

    Non-completion of the course will result in a registration hold.

  • Optional - Schedule a Welcome Appointment with the Disability Resource Center

    Ensure a smooth transition to your academic journey by scheduling a Welcome Appointment with the Disability Resource Center. This personalized meeting will allow you to discuss and implement necessary accommodations, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment tailored to your needs.

Download the Orientation Publication Guide

Inside this orientation publication guide, first-year and transfer students will discover everything they need to kickstart their academic journey. From essential resources to tips for navigating student life, this publication will give you the next steps post your Orientation experience!

Orientation Publication