Summer 2026 Freshman Orientation

The Student Orientation Program lasts 2 days. Students must attend the entire session. Orientation is MANDATORY for all students. Please read through the information listed below carefully before registering for your orientation session.

Pre-Orientation

Complete the Pre-Orientation Program prior to registering for your orientation session. You will need to use your iRattler username and password to log in.

Parent/Family Members are strongly encouraged to create a Guest Account to learn about the university resources and services available to your student.

Please read through the information listed below carefully before registering for your orientation session.

SUMMER Orientation Dates: The Student Orientation Program lasts 2 days. Students must attend the entire session. Orientation is MANDATORY for all students.

  • Summer B Session:

    June June 17-18, 2026

    ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JUNE 10

    • Open to all Colleges & Schools
    • Freshman Academy

Packing

What to Expect: Orientation is an exciting time. There is a lot to accomplish in a very short period of time. Think of it as a snapshot of what you’ll experience as a student. Below are a few helpful hints to make your orientation experience enjoyable.

  • Weather
  • Weather - think hot thoughts! Tallahassee in June, July & August is HOT, humid and often wet! Keep this in mind when packing for your trip.
  • Walking
  • Days & Nights - Early mornings and late evenings are all too common during orientation. Be prepared for a full day of events every day that you’re here. Orientation is serious business, but don’t worry we’ll do our best to make sure you have fun too!
  • Walking
  • Terrain - Have you heard? FAMU sits on the highest of seven hills on over 400 acres. Be prepared for walking, walking, and (you guessed it) more walking!
  • Walking
  • Disability Services - Orientation participants requiring accommodations for disabilities should contact the Center for Disability Access and Resources (CeDAR) at 850-599-3180 two weeks prior to your session

Family Orientation Program
Parents/ Guardians are encouraged to attend Orientation with their students however, it is not mandatory. The Parent/ Family program is separate from the student program. 

The Orientation Family Program includes a series of presentations designed to acquaint the family and/or relatives of an incoming student with the campus and its resources.

The sessions will provide an opportunity to familiarize parents/ guardians with the services that are available to their student. It will also provide insight into the kinds of adjustments students and their families will face during their transition to college life.

Family orientation will occur for 1 day (Wednesday). It will conclude on Wednesday evening.


Non-registered individuals will not be allowed to attend orientations sessions/events and cannot receive printed or published materials.

Payment

Orientation Fees

  • Mandatory Fee

    A one-time mandatory orientation fee of $35.00 is charged to every freshman and transfer student during the first semester of enrollment. This charge will appear on the student’s account after they have registered for classes and must be paid with tuition.

    Please DO NOT mail this payment or include it into the Housing/Admissions deposit. The mandatory orientation fee will automatically be withdrawn from the students account during their first semester.

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  • Additional Fees: (Upfront Cost- Paid through the VZorientation portal- NO MONEY ORDERS are accepted)

    Student Fee: $100.00 - Includes orientation meals and snacks, bag and materials. No housing is included; students must sign up for summer housing through the University Housing Office.

    Family Member Fee: $80.00 per person - Includes orientation meals and snacks, bag and materials. No housing is included for family members.

  • NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY REASON

Orientation Registration Instructions
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Contact Us

Florida A&M University Efferson Student Union, Activities & New Student Orientation
1628 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Efferson Student Union
Tallahassee, Florida 32307
P:
(850) 599-3869
E:
orientation@famu.edu