NEW
STUDENT
ORIENTATION
Now that you are joining
UCLA’s community of scholars,
you will be facing a lot of decisions
that will shape your college career. One of
the best decisions you can make is to participate
in a UCLA New Student Orientation session and begin
your university experience with enthusiasm and purpose.
New Student Orientation is designed to promote your academic
achievement and personal development through individual counseling
sessions, small group discussions, workshops, and presentations. During
the sessions, all incoming students will have the opportunity to select and
enroll in Fall Quarter classes. Advisors will help you prepare yourself
academically for the coming year, review your college/school requirements,
make recommendations for courses of study, and aid in the process of
clarifying your educational and career goals. We will also introduce you to
the many co-curricular opportunities at UCLA, as well as the services that will
provide support and guidance as you pursue your degree.
In addition to New Student Orientation, we offer New Parent & Family
Orientation sessions for your parents and family members. New Parent &
Family Orientation is designed as a one-day introduction into the life of
an incoming UCLA student and gives family members an understanding
of the Bruin experience. Please encourage anyone from your family who is
interested to participate in one of these sessions— look for the New Parent
& Family Orientation pamphlet in the mail.
We are excited to welcome you to the UCLA community and committed to
providing you with everything you need to know for a successful and safe
transition to Bruin life.
We are pleased you have chosen to attend UCLA and hope you participate in
New Student Orientation this summer. Congratulations on your admission and
welcome to UCLA!
Go Bruins!
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NEW STUDENT
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ORIENTATION
2023
Welcome New Bruin!
201 Covel Commons
Box 951401
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1401
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UCLA Housing
housing.ucla.edu
Responsible for placement,
payments, roommate selection,
and meal plans.
New Student Checklists
admission.ucla.edu/admitted-students/transfer-checklist
TRANSFER STUDENT CENTER
transfers.ucla.edu
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION
admission.ucla.edu
REGISTRAR’S OFFICE
registrar.ucla.edu
Arthur Ashe Health & Wellness Center
studenthealth.ucla.edu
Devoted to providing quality, accessible, state-of-the-art healthcare and
education to support the unique development of UCLA students.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
counseling.ucla.edu
Supports student development, empowerment, and success through
dedicated clinicians who provide treatment to encourage mental health.
Immunizations
immunizationrequirement.ucla.edu
Students are required to have or begin immunizations before attendance.
FINANCIAL AID &
SCHOLARSHIPS
Financial Aid and
Scholarships Office
financialaid.ucla.edu
Scholarship Resource Center
scholarshipcenter.ucla.edu
UCLA BruinAlert
bruinalert.ucla.edu
Provides emergency updates and
instructions via email or text.
UCLA Bruins Safe App
bso.ucla.edu/bruins-safe-apps
Provides immediate instructions in
response to various emergencies.
Residential Life
reslife.ucla.edu
Creates safe, supportive, and inclusive
living-learning communities that aim
to foster academic success, personal
growth, leadership development, and
social responsibility.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
SAFETY
LIVING ON CAMPUS
WELCOME
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RESERVATIONS
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Please consult our website for
detailed information related
to attending our in-person
sessions this summer.
Participation in our sessions at
UCLA must be in compliance
with campus, city, and state
public health policies.
SUMMER
2023
NEW
STUDENT
ACADEMIC
PROGRAMS
As one of the units that comprises the
Division of Undergraduate Education, New
Student Academic Programs is designed to
serve the educational planning, academic
advising, and adjustment needs of all
entering UCLA undergraduates. Our mission
is to provide a well-rounded academic
onboarding experience that supports UCLA
students and their families as new students
begin their undergraduate education.
New Student Orientation is designed to provide entering students with a
comprehensive academic introduction to UCLA. The focus of our sessions
will be introducing the academic programs and co-curricular opportunities
available to UCLA students while emphasizing that their education takes
place both in and outside of the classroom. This multi-faceted approach to the
bachelor’s degree encourages students to create a rich, intentional degree
plan that blends UCLA’s academic programs, opportunities, and traditions.
For the Summer program, we will be holding our sessions on campus at
UCLA. We will be adhering to all the necessary public health measures to ensure
the safety of our students and families while they meet with their academic
advisors and departments, and see the campus.
PROGRAMGOALS
Enrich the
quality of the
undergraduate
academic
experience.
Assist students in
discovering personally
meaningful pathways
to timely degree
completion.
ATTENDING New Student Orientation is the
FIRST IMPORTANT STEP in beginning your
college experience as a Bruin.
Participating in the entirety of your New Student Orientation is
the beginning of a successful start here at UCLA. Each day is full
of activities that will assist you in learning everything there is to
know about the campus, from what courses to take to how to
get involved, and much more.
Academic programs– majors, minors, research
opportunities, and study abroad
Degree planning – mapping out a degree plan, planning for
graduate school, and exploring careers
Personalizing your academic experience with involvement
opportunities on campus and in the community
Course planning for Fall Quarter and beyond – selecting
and enrolling in your Fall Quarter 2023 classes and learning
about the registration and enrollment process
Approaches to student success – study skills, time
management, self-care, and support services
It is our hope that you will take advantage of everything
offered during New Student Orientation. Failure to
participate in any part of your session is your
own responsibility, and can jeopardize
proper academic advising and
course enrollment.
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Prepare students to develop
intellectually, professionally, and
personally to make the most of their
undergraduate experience; provide
families with the tools to be a strong
foundation for their students.
During your session, you will receive important information
on a wide range of topics:
Through collaboration with the Students with Dependents Program
and Youth Campus Rec, youth programming is available during Transfer
New Student Orientation for students with children. Little Bruin care is
available for diaper graduates to 12 years of age, reserve your spot here:
https://tinyurl.com/AcademicOnboarding2023.
ATTENDING A LONGER SESSION
3DAY FIRST YEAR SESSION
If you would like a longer session experience, you can choose to participate in
a First Year New Student Orientation session – which is a three-day program –
instead of the one-day Transfer Session. For session dates and fees, please visit
the First Year New Student Session page. In order to make a reservation for one
of these sessions, you must contact our office at (310) 206-6685.
ARRIVING EARLY FOR YOUR SESSION $60
If you would prefer to arrive the night before your session, please
select “Early Arrival” when you register. We provide housing and offer
social opportunities.
STAYTHROUGH HOUSING $70 per night
If you are an out-of-state or international student, you have the option of
adding stay-through housing to your reservation if you attend session 209.
Stay-through housing includes meals and allows you to stay on campus and
move into your room for the academic year early, as soon as it is available
following your session.
STUDENT PRIVACY: FERPA & THIRDPARTY ACCESS
UCLA FERPA Policy and Third Party Access
registrar.ucla.edu/Student-Records/Student-Rights-Privacy
Once a student turns 18, or attends a school beyond the high school level, the
University cannot release information about the student to anyone, including
parents or family members, because of the federal Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act (FERPA). In order to assist students and families in working
together within the guidelines of FERPA, UCLA’s MyUCLA allows students to set
up Third-Party Access to certain information for parents or guardians.
Sessions are one day, with two meals and continental breakfast provided. Your
session is designed as an all-day program for students only, which concludes
with Fall Quarter 2023 course enrollment.
ORIENTATIONDATES
201 July 14
202 July 17
203 July 24
204 August 4
205 August 7
206 August 18
207 August 25
208 August 28
209 September 11
Please visit our website for
more details.
SESSIONFEE
One Day Session - $185
FINANCES
BruinBill my.ucla.edu
Records all charges and payments
assessed to you. BruinBill is
available nearly 24/7 by logging in
to MyUCLA. Third-Party Access
must be set up in order for family
members to have access.
BILLING
The New Student Orientation
fee will be billed to your UCLA
BruinBill. Your Statement of Intent
to Register (SIR) fee of $250 does
not apply towards your New
Student Orientation fee. Please
see our website for billing details.
CHILD CARE
SIGN UP
FOR A SESSION
COMPLETE
your Pre-Session Planner survey by logging in to
my.ucla.edu, under Campus Life & Surveys. Thoughtful responses
allow your New Student Advisor to personalize counseling at your
session. The survey is available now; the reservation process will run
more smoothly for you if you complete the survey by June .
READ
all the information on the New Student Academic Programs
website. It is important to understand fees, deadlines, and the
cancellation policy before making your reservation.
SIGN UP
for New Student Orientation.
Reservations open on Monday, June 5 at noon Pacific Time.
Sign up by logging on to my.ucla.edu. Space in each session is limited
and reservations are processed in the order they are received.
VISIT
the New Bruins site at admission.ucla.edu/admitted-students
and go to the New Student Checklist for a timeline on important
deadlines, including:
(“Transfer Checklist” at the bottom of the page.)
-Sending your official transcripts to UCLA Admission
-Reviewing various health requirements
-Obtaining your BruinCard
GET TECH-READY
for your session.
New Bruins App - You will be emailed information about
downloading the app, which will be used for your session schedule.
Laptop or tablet - To make the process of advising and
enrollment easier, please bring a laptop or tablet if you have access
to one. If you don’t have access, it is still possible to fully participate
in our sessions.
PREPARE for your session.
Once you sign up for a session, you will be emailed a link to the
UCLA Preparing for New Student Orientation module. Please
complete the module before your session.
DON’T FORGET
to reserve your spot in a Bruin to Bruin webinar! These
webinars will provide you with information about upcoming deadlines
and allow you to ask any questions you may have.
Sign up by logging on to my.ucla.edu
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Los Angeles, CA 90095-1401
(310) 206-6685
www.newstudents.ucla.edu
(Replies occur Monday through Friday
during regular business hours)
Monday-Friday
9:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00-5:00 pm
(Summer hours may vary, check our
website for details)
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