Frequently Asked Questions

Generally, New Student Orientation is required, but there are different pathways for different students.

New freshmen and transfer students

• New Student Orientation is required for all new students. You must complete all three components in the program in order to enroll and complete orientation

Returning students and non-degree seeking students

• Students returning to the university or admitted as non-degree seeking student status are not required to go through orientation programs in order to enroll. Please reach out to your college Dean's office to enroll.

Orientation is the second component of New Student Orientation. This program ensures you have vital information about how to navigate this university. You and your support network are invited to join us in-person on the Manhattan campus or virtually to connect with other future Wildcats while learning more about all the K-State essentials. You will select a date that works best for you in the New Student Orientation registration.

Yes, guests are welcome to attend your in-person Orientation at no extra charge. You can register up to two guests when you register and select your orientation date.

August 2025
Just before classes begin, plan to join us in-person for K-State Kickoff! Activities such as pancake feed, academic college sessions, Late Night at the Union, walk your class schedule, resource and student organization browsing fair, New Student Convocation and Pep Rally will take place over the weekend.

• The Kansas State University Salina campus has a separate New Student Onboarding program. You can email salinaadmissions@k-state.edu or call 785-826-2640 with any questions.
• The Kansas State University Olathe campus has specific resources to assist in student onboarding. Check them out here.
• Students admitted to a Kansas State University online program will register for online orientation. Once registered students will complete the online orientation modules prior to connecting with an academic advisor. Learn more here.

There is a one-time, non-refundable fee of $150.00 per student for orientation at K-State. This fee covers all aspects of New Student Orientation (NSO), including materials for incoming students, meals at Orientation and during K-State Kick Off, parking on event days, a copy of the K-State First Book, a T-shirt, access to online modules, and the technology and staffing needed for all events. Importantly, there are no additional charges for guests attending the orientation.

At K-State, we strive to ensure that orientation fees are not a barrier for any admitted student wishing to enroll. All students are required to pay a non-refundable $150.00 fee to register for New Student Orientation. If the fee presents a financial hardship, students can reach out to events@ksu.edu with a request for a fee waiver, outlining their need for potential payment reimbursement.

Check out these resources and tips to help you prepare for your virtual appointment.

We recommend registering on a laptop or desktop computer. If you're still having trouble, please send us an email at apply@k-state.edu or call 785-532-1521.

Students will enroll in classes during their virtual academic advising appointment. You can check out the fall course schedule and other enrollment details found on the Academic Advising page.

Your electronic identifier, or eID, is your online and email username at K-State. It is used to log into K-State's email system, the online learning platform (Canvas), enroll in classes, accept financial aid, view online paychecks and much more. Before signing into the online services K-State offers, you must verify your K-State eID and password at eid.k-state.edu.

Advising appointments will be hosted virtually and last between 45 minutes to one hour. After registering for New Student Orientation and completion of the online modules , your advisor will connect with you via your K-State email. Advisors will begin connecting with students to schedule virtual appointments in April. You will receive instructions on how to view all available appointment times. You will be able to select a specific time that works best for your schedule.

The first day of the fall semester is Monday, August 25, 2025

Please check with Housing and Dining Services for more information.

No worries, you can reach out to your advisor via email or Navigate to select a new virtual appointment time.

You may be able to connect with someone from your academic college, but there is no guarantee you will be able to meet with an advisor to enroll. We encourage all students to meet with their advisor virtually prior to their orientation date.

K-State does not have an official commit date. Registering for New Student Orientation is the way that you let our team know you are excited and ready to join the K-State Family!

If you would like to change your major after you have registered for New Student Orientation please call our office at 785-532-1521 or email apply@k-state.edu requesting your major change and our team will be able to assist you.

Check out our accommodations and travel information here.