Student Summer Orientation 2024

Summer Orientation Registration & Session Dates

Registration for summer 2026 New Cards Orientation sessions will open on February 20 for all deposited students!

It's time to officially join the Cardinal Family at New Cards Orientation!

We’re excited to see you at New Cards Orientation this summer! Orientation is a required, two-day, on-campus experience at the University of Louisville. Designed to facilitate a successful college transition for incoming freshmen, programming includes presentations from and 1:1 discussion with various campus departments to learn about services and resources, provides opportunities for engagement and connection with current student mentors and other incoming freshmen, and academic program information, advising, and course enrollment.

Get a sneak peek of what to expect at UofL's New Card Orientation with our Student Orientation Staff or SOSers. Go Cards!

Important Announcement Regarding Early Arrival Check-In

A portion of Interstate 65 in Louisville - the primary interstate route to campus - will be fully closed for repairs from June through July 2026. Due to expected traffic congestion and increased travel times, we strongly encourage students to take advantage of a free early arrival and check-in option.

Early arrival check-in does not include additional programming; however, all students are welcome to check in the evening before their scheduled session, regardless of distance or travel time to campus. Check-in will be available from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. ET to help avoid rush-hour traffic the following morning. Orientation Programs staff will be on-site to welcome students and assist with arrival that evening.

Simply select early arrival when you submit your orientation registration form to add this option!

New Cards Orientation Registration

Log in using the personal email and password you used to apply to UofL to register for orientation and request session or major changes.
Registration

Registration

Register for Orientation in your New Cards Gateway. The $175* fee for orientation is due upon registration. Students who received an admissions fee waiver based on financial need will automatically receive a reduced fee of $75*. *2026 fees may vary
Session Change Requests

Session Change Requests

Request a change to the date of your previously scheduled orientation session. *available when registration opens for 2026
Major Change Requests

Major Change Requests

If you would like to change the major you are currently admitted to, it's important to do that before registering for and/or attending New Cards Orientation.

2026 New Cards Orientation Dates

There will be a limited number of spaces at each orientation session. If you have limited availability in the summer due to travel or other commitments, we recommend registering for a session early to ensure availability. 

Session 1 | May 28-29

Session 2 | June 1-2

Session 3 | June 4-5

Session 4 | June 8-9

Session 5 | June 11-12

Session 6 | June 15-16

Session 7 | June 22-23

Session 8 | June 25-26

Session 9 | June 29-30

Session 10 | July 1-2

Session 11 | July 6-7