Transfer FAQ's

Torgersen Bridge

1. When is Orientation?
2. What do I need to bring with me to orientation?
3. What is the parking situation?
4. If traveling a long distance, can we register the day before?
5. Do parents staying off campus pay an orientation fee?
6. Are parents required to come?
7. Does the program include activities for younger siblings?
8. When do I register for fall classes?
9. What if I can't attend orientation due to circumstances beyond my control?
10. Where should I call to request accommodations for a disability?
11. What do I need to do to be considered an in-state student?

1. When is Orientation?
   
   Your specific Orientation session is determined by your academic department. Transfer Orientation sessions are held on June 23, 24, and 25 2007. To obtain your session please visit HOKIE SPA and follow the links to INFORMATION FOR NEW STUDENTS.
   
   
2. What do I need to bring with me to orientation?
    
   • Student ID number - you will be required to have this number in order to get your Hokie Passport (ID)
   • students, be sure to bring your driver's license - you will need it for the Hokie Passport (ID) process
   • two wallet-size facial photos needed for your college session
   • comfortable cool clothes - orientation is casual 
3. What is the parking situation?

   The only parking lot designated for Orientation is the Lane Stadium Lot. A shuttle will run from that lot to check-in. There is ample parking for Orientation.

4. If traveling a long distance, can we check-in the day before?

   No, we do not offer early registration for lodging or for orientation. We bring approximately 1000 people to campus per day, so overlaps are not feasible. If arriving early, you might want to explore the Blacksburg area.

5. Do parents staying off campus pay an orientation fee?

   There is no fee for parents.

6. Are parents required to come?

   No, but highly encouraged - we do have a full schedule of events for parents.
   

7. Does the program include activities for younger siblings?

   There are no planned activities, but siblings are welcome.

8. When do I register for fall classes?

   Registration for fall classes will vary from college to college. You will receive more information on your college website and in academic advising at Orientation.

9. What if I can't attend orientation due to circumstances beyond my control?

   Indicate that you cannot attend on the orientation registration web site (or on the registration form and return it to our office). You must then contact your college for academic advising and fall registration.

   • Agriculture and Life Sciences

   • Architecture and Urban Studies

   • Pamplin College of Business

   • Engineering

   • Liberal Arts and Human Sciences

   • Natural Resources

   • Sciences

   • University Academic Advising Center (University Studies)

10. Where should I call to request accommodations for a disability?

    The Orientation office at (540) 231- 3284.

11. What do I need to do to be considered an in-state student?
    

The State Council of Higher Education in Virginia (SCHEV) Domicile infomation

New Student Orientation
Dean of Students Office
201 W. Roanoke St.
Blacksburg, VA 24061
540-231-3284
FAX: 540-231-4035