Orientation Components

What to Expect

Eligible students starting in spring of 2025 will need to register for New Student Orientation. New Student Orientation includes all of the components outlined below.

Academic Advising and Enrollment

• Virtual advising appointments are required in order for students to enroll in course work.
• During the virtual advising appointments students will meet with an academic advisor from their college to learn more about course requirements, get their questions answered and complete upcoming semester class enrollment.
• Visit our Academic Advising page for details on how to prepare for this appointment.

Orientation

• Students are required to attend an orientation program prior to the start of the spring semester. In-person dates are preferred but virtual programs are offered.
• During orientation students will get an overview of campus, see academic buildings, attend breakout sessions and connect with other future Wildcats.
• Family and guests are encouraged to attend orientation with their student.

K-State Kickoff

• Prior to the start of classes students are invited to join the K-State Kickoff as part of Week of Welcome in January. This features tons of events, from social to educational.