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We are delighted your student has chosen the University of Cincinnati as to be their next chapter, and we are confident you'll find their experience to be a remarkably rewarding one.

Our top priority is to assist your student in making a successful academic and social transition into the Cincinnati community. For this reason, all new students are required to attend an orientation program before their first semester of classes. 

Attend a One-Day In-Person Orientation

The in-person orientation gives students and their families an introduction to campus life. During this part of BBO, you will get an overview of campus, see some of the classrooms, attend sessions on different campus life topics, and meet other new Bearcats and their families. Students will also schedule their first academic advising appointment with their advisor. Students can find in-person orientation dates and registration information in the Bearcat Portal.

Sample Schedule

The following schedule is an example of what in-person orientation typically looks like. Students will be able to access their actual schedule in the Bearcats Bound Orientation app, closer to their orientation date.

Get Excited for Orientation

Now that you have a better idea of what BBO is, make sure your student registers for the in-person orientation. We also strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with this webpage for more information about steps you can take as a family member to ensure the best possible experience.

We encourage you to make the most of your orientation and set the foundation for a successful University of Cincinnati undergraduate experience.

Advising Appointment

During your student's college session at Bearcats Bound Orientation, they will learn more about their college's resources, support staff, and ways to be successful. With the help of their college's advising staff, Student Orientation Leaders, and their Student Orientation Assistant students will schedule their first academic advising apointment through My Bearcat Network.

Bearcats Bound Orientation App

• Click here to download the UC Mobile App for access to Orientation schedules, student resources, and more. We encourage both students and family members to download the app!
• To access the desktop version of our app please click here.

If you have additional questions regarding Orientation please contact us at 513-556-2486 or orientation@uc.edu.