These New Nole Orientation sessions are a one day, no overnight program. These sessions are intended for FSU Next students admitted for the spring semester.
In order to successfully register for classes, it is required for students to attend all components of New Nole Orientation. Attendance will be taken to ensure your presence.
Summer, Fall, and Spring
| Transfer Orientation | |
|---|---|
| Orientation Fee - Required | $35 |
| Orientation Meal Plan - Optional This includes breakfast and lunch. |
$21.50 |
- Please note that all orientation fees are non-refundable.
- At minimum, individuals must pay the $35 base orientation fee in order to complete their reservation.
- Pricing for the Orientation Meal Plan are for Summer 2025. These prices are subject to change for future semesters.
If you have just accepted your admission to FSU, please give your admission 24-48 hours to process before registering for orientation.
Registration will open at the following times:
| Admit Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | October 1 |
| Summer/Fall 2027 | January 15 |
How to Register
- Log in to your myFSU Portal
- Navigate to the Admissions Information section
- Click the link to access the Orientation Registration Process
- Select the orientation session that works the best for your schedule
- Register yourself and any family members or guests
- Complete registration with payment
- Your space will not be reserved until payment is received.
Session Availability
- Orientation sessions have a limited capacity of students allowed to attend each session.
- Space for each orientation session is available on a first come, first served basis; once a session is filled, it will no longer appear as an option.
- Session availability may change as sessions close due to reaching maximum capacity, or as spaces open up due to students changing their reservation to a different date or cancelling their admission to the University.
- To see which session dates are still available, students must log into the orientation reservation system through their myFSU portal.
At New Nole Orientation, you will:
- Meet your Orientation Leader and connect with some of your peers during Torch Groups.
- Learn more about your college, major, and degree requirements by meeting FSU faculty and staff.
- Speak with and hear from key campus partners for your FSU experience.
- Become familiar with FSU policies and procedures.
- Attend academic advising and enroll in your courses.
Attendance Policy
In order to successfully register for classes, it is required for students to attend all components of New Nole Orientation. Attendance will be taken to ensure your presence.
Orientation Agreement
The following terms are outlined in the orientation registration portal and should be read before completing your orientation reservation in order to ensure understanding and compliance with orientation guidelines and expectations.
- I have read and understand all of the information available on the New Student & Family Programs website (nsfp.fsu.edu).
- I understand that all Orientation fees are non-refundable.
- I understand that Orientation participation is mandatory for all newly admitted, degree-seeking undergraduate students. If I miss any portion of my scheduled Orientation, I may be required to repeat Orientation at my own cost. I understand I will be unable to register for my courses until I have fully completed Orientation.
- I understand that the University highly encourages each student to have at least one family member attend Orientation, so the family can gain information and be best prepared to help the student transition to the University.
- All orientation participants must adhere to University policies. New students violating Orientation expectations, University policy, or the law will be removed from the orientation program and/or campus immediately. These students will be subject to the student conduct process as outlined in the Student Conduct Code and the outcome may result in loss of admission to Florida State University.
- I understand that the University requires each student to submit Health History/Immunization Compliance Forms and complete Health Insurance Verification process before they will be able to register for classes at the conclusion of Orientation.
- I understand that Orientation reservations cannot be held without payment.
- I understand that space at each orientation session is available on a first-come, first-served basis until sessions have reached their maximum capacity and I accept that sessions may close at any time.
These items must be completed prior to your New Nole Orientation session to ensure the completion of the orientation requirement, as well as your class registration.
Review Application Status Check
Log into the Application Status Check to review your application/admission decision status, verify your major, confirm your residency status, and verify completion of the Immunization and Insurance requirements.
You should check your status once a week to see what has changed or is outstanding:
- Pay your Admissions Deposit by the deadline (summer and fall freshman admits only).
- Use Admissions Online Status Check frequently to verify your residency status, major, health immunization and insurance compliance, and more.
- Complete the required steps to declare Florida Residency, if applicable.
Complete Immunization Requirement
Please note: If you do not submit your immunization records ahead of your New Nole Orientation session, this hold on your account will prevent you from registering for classes. Please allow 2-4 business days for processing due to the high volume of submissions.
All main campus students are required to submit a one-time Immunization Form or request a religious exemption.
After submitting the Immunization Form, you can confirm that the form has been received by checking your status or by contacting Health Compliance Office (University Health Services) at healthcompliance@fsu.edu or 850-644-3608.
For more information regarding FSU's Immunization Requirement, please click here.
Complete Health Insurance Requirement
FSU main campus students are required to have health insurance to register for classes. You must either provide proof of health insurance coverage or enroll in the FSU-sponsored plan.
Click here to enter your health insurance information or purchase the FSU-sponsored plan.
- If you elect to enroll in the FSU-sponsored plan, charges will be assessed to your student account, and the cost of meeting this requirement will be included in your financial aid considerations. To learn more about the mandatory health insurance requirement and the costs associated with the University-sponsored plan, click here. Students registering as less than full time are not required to show proof of health insurance. Contact the Health Compliance Office at healthcompliance@admin.fsu.edu for assistance in clearing the insurance waiver if you will be registering as a part-time student.
- You are required to provide appropriate health insurance coverage via the online verification waiver or arrange to purchase the University-sponsored plan.
Complete Pre-Orientation Modules
Please note: If you do not complete these modules ahead of your New Nole Orientation session, this hold on your account will prevent you from registering for classes.
The Pre-Orientation Modules are your first preview of campus as an officially-admitted FSU student. Make sure to review and complete all the modules.
Complete the Student Financial Responsibility Agreement
Please note: If you do not complete this agreement ahead of your New Nole Orientation session, this hold on your account will prevent you from registering for classes.
The Student Financial Responsibility Agreement ensures that you understand the financial repercussions of enrolling in classes at Florida State University. The agreement outlines the University’s expectations for payment, holds, the employment of collection agencies, contact methods and procedures as well as tax document delivery methods.
Submit FSUCard Application and Photo
To obtain your initial FSUCard, submit your card application and photo online through the FSUCard online photo submission system. Once approved, an email will be sent to your FSU email account with instructions on how to obtain your card.
Your FSUCard will be available for pick up during New Nole Orientation from 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, OR at the FSUCard Center, 9 AM - 5 PM. You will need to physically present your government-issued ID upon pick-up.
TIP: Make sure all your holds are completed! Double-check your myFSU Portal for any outstanding holds.
Parking
You will receive a one-time, special Orientation Parking Permit in your pre-arrival email. This permit should be placed on your dashboard and should be clearly visible at all times while on campus.
- This permit authorizes you to park in white line spaces ONLY.
- You are responsible for fees associated with Hourly Spaces/Visitor Lots.
- Do not park in Reserved Spaces or other Restricted Areas.
- Accessible Parking Spaces are allowed when accompanied by the appropriate state-issued accessible parking placard.
- Improper parking may result in a parking citation.
- No back-in parking.
Recommended Parking Locations:
- Woodward Parking Garage (104 N Woodward Ave.)
For parking and/or transportation questions, contact Transportation & Parking Services at (850) 644-5278 or transportation@fsu.edu.
New Nole Orientation Check-In
New Nole Orientation Check-In will take place from 7:30am-8:30am in the FSU Student Union (75 N. Woodward Ave). Students and family members will receive their nametags, schedules, and additional materials. Students must be present at Check-In. Family members cannot check in for their student.
What to Bring
Though we try to provide all necessary items, we recommend bringing the following with you to New Nole Orientation:
- Government-issued ID
- Unofficial copy of any college transcripts, CLEP, IB, and AP scores (if applicable)
- Proof of immunization records and insurance coverage (if not previously submitted)
- New Nole Orientation Parking Permit
- Pen and notebook for note-taking
- Laptop or tablet to use for course registration
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Umbrella or rain jacket
- Reusable water bottle and snacks
Changing or Cancelling Your Session
- Please note that all orientation fees are non-refundable.
- Changes can be made to the reservation up to one week prior to your scheduled session.
- This includes changing your session date (pending availability), adding an Orientation Meal Plan, and adding or removing guests.
- All payments must be made through the orientation registration system, which can be accessed through the myFSU portal.