Parents and guests
What to expect
The Orientation schedule will include sessions you do with your student and sessions geared toward parents & guests. This is a chance for you to engage one-on-one with staff and faculty, ask questions, and learn about the student experience at KU.
Advising and enrollment
Students will attend an advising and enrollment appointment with their academic advisor. Guests will not attend advising with their students. Attending this appointment on their own allows students to begin developing a strong relationship with their academic advisor. However, we encourage you to discuss plans for their advising session with your student ahead of time.Frequently Asked Questions
A guest fee of $30.00 will be assessed for each guest that attends Orientation. This fee covers parking, a lunch buffet, printed materials, and a full day of Parent & Guest programming. The fee is posted on the student's account and not due at the time of registration.
Layers and a jacket - Parents will stay in the Union throughout the orientation day, but indoor temps can fluctuate so please be prepared for cool and warm rooms.
Water bottle - Coffee and water will be provided but you may find it handy to have your own throughout sessions.
Questions! - Orientation is a chance for you to have your questions answered and help prepare both you and your student for this important transition.
Students can submit their KU card order and photo here. They’ll also want to be sure to bring a photo ID with them to Orientation, which will allow them to pick up their KU Card during checkout at the end of the Orientation Day.