You've been there and done that. Maybe so, but now you'll be a new student at Coastal Carolina University and some things are done a little differently on our campus. But don't worry; we're not going to hassle you with a lot of information you probably already have. We want you to be able to come to campus, take care of business, and make the connections you need to have a smooth transition to life at Coastal. It all happens at Orientation.

Because transfer students already have a lot of college experience, transfers attend one-day orientation sessions. There are three sessions just for transfer students. All sessions begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at approximately 4:00 p.m.

During your day at Orientation, you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Plan your first semester and register for classes
• Learn about life on campus from CCU students
• Receive information about transfer credits, financial aid, and bill payment
• Learn how to start preparing for a successful career after graduation
• Have your photo taken for your University ID card and obtain your parking permit

2008 Tentative Transfer Student Schedule

Orientation Day

8 to 9 a.m.
Orientation Check-in and Info Fair
During this time, you can check-in at Orientation and take care of any final business with campus offices and departments. Representatives from a variety of on and off-campus services, including local banks, will be available to answer questions.

9 to 9:30 a.m.
Welcome

9:30 to 9:45 a.m.
Get Involved!
What is the best way to make Coastal Carolina your University? Get involved! Watch a video featuring Coastal students as they work and play.

9:45 to 10 a.m.
Campus Safety
Learn about parking and how to keep yourself and your belongings safe on Coastal’s campus.

10 to 10:15 a.m.
Academic Policies
Learn about academic policies and procedures.

10:15 to 11 a.m.
Residence Life or Commuter Life
Learn about University residence hall life and policies or how to stay informed about campus activities and meet other commuters.

11:15 a.m. to 12 noon
Get Connected!
Meet with Orientation Assistants to learn what it’s really like to be a Coastal student and how to get your ID card, access student services, and much more.

12 noon to 1 p.m.
Lunch

1 to 2 p.m.
Financial Aid, Career Services, and On-line Registration
All first-time loan recipients are required to attend this session. Learn about the financial aid process and tuition payment, how to find a job on campus, and how to register for classes using MyCoastal.

2 to 4 p.m.
Advisement and Registration
Meet with an academic advisor, plan your first semester, and register for classes.

Questions/Comments about Orientation - E-mail us at orientation@coastal.edu