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Transfer Orientation

Transfer Students FAQ

What should I bring to orientation?

Immunization Forms (if you haven't already sent them)
Your UNCW login username and password
Comfortable clothes & shoes
Water bottle
Rain gear
Driver's license/picture ID to pick up your One Card

What if I Forgot my Password for My UNCW Account?

Students will need access to their UNCW account to register for classes in mySeaport and monitor emails for important information from the university. Click here to change/reset your UNCW password. 

Are All Sessions Required?

Yes, all the presentations or modules for students are required. We believe that Orientation is important for a smooth transition to UNCW and your success as a student. If you miss a presentation or module, you will be required to come back to orientation during an available session in order to complete orientation.
You will not be able to register prior to attending all orientation programs. A hold, which will prevent you from registering for classes, will be placed on your account until you attend the missed sessions.

Should Guest Attend?

Yes. It is not required that parents or family members attend orientation. We encourage parents or family members to attend because they often have questions and concerns about college life that students might not have considered. Family members will attend a separate program and will hear information that will help students adjust to UNCW.

There is not programing offered to guests under 18. However if children under 18 must attend, they do not have to pay a fee. They will not receive the same benefits as any other guest, including a t-shirt, meals, a bag, and other materials. 

What Is Included in the Registration Fee?

The transfer student fee covers the cost of online and in-person orientation. The price includes but is not limited to rental fees, technology fees, credit card fees, orientation software, students and staff payroll, printed materials, and office operations and supplies.
If attending in-person, this fee will include your meal and parking as well. In addition to the items above, the student fee includes a teal t-shirt, a drawstring bag, and an ID holder. It also includes programs throughout the first year to assist in your transition to UNCW.

Are There Accommodations for Students With Disabilities?

In order to secure reasonable accommodations, documentation must be submitted to the Disability Resource Center for approval. Additionally, requests for accommodations can be submitted through your registration on the orientation registration site. Lastly, students who need reasonable accommodations during orientation can make a request to the Office of Transition Programs. Please make your request at least 7 days prior to your orientation date.

Can I Change My Orientation Date?

To change your orientation date, please contact transitions@uncw.edu. Please include your name, Student ID number (850#), and the date you'd like to change into. 

How do I add or remove a guest?

Please contact transitions@uncw.edu. Please include your name, Student ID number (850#), and the changes you'd like to make to your registration. 

How Do I Change My Personal Information?

You can change your preferred name, phone number(s), mailing address, additional e-mail address(es), and emergency contacts officially for UNCW records through your mySeaport account. You will log in, click on "Personal Information," and you can update your information there.

The orientation registration system will import student's preferred names as their first names, but only for orientation purposes. This does not affect any official records with the university.

How Can I Obtain Information About Residency for Tuition Purposes?

Please visit the North Carolina Residency Determination Service and their Frequently Asked Questions.

How Do I Get a One Card (Student ID)?

The UNCW One Card is the official form of identification on campus. Your One Card allows the use of campus facilities and meal plans and provides safe, easy access to university services and events. You must upload a photo to get your One Card.

If your first name on file with the university is not the name you would like on your card, you must contact One Card after you submit a photo in order to avoid additional fees for reissued cards. You will be able to pick-up your One Card on campus.

Go to One Card

Where Can I Find More Information About Finding a Place To Live Off-Campus?

Thinking of living off-campus? UNCW's Off-Campus Housing site can help! For more resources for Off-Campus living, visit PERCH.

How do I connect with other transfer students outside of Orientation?

1) Visit the Transfer Resources webpage to learn more about the events and programs available to Transfer students.

2) Join Transfer Connect! Transfer Connect is designed to assist you with your transition into UNCW by building a community of Transfer Students. Students who apply will be placed into a group of 4-6 students with similar interests. Complete the Transfer Connect interest survey for the Fall 2024 semester.

Contact Transition Programs

Regular Office Hours (August 12, 2024 - May 10, 2025):
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Summer Hours (May 13 - August 9, 2024):
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday, 7:30-11:30 a.m.

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