Prepare for Your Orientation Day

Orientation is your first step toward a successful college experience at UM-Dearborn. Use this guide to get ready, so your day runs smoothly and you can make the most of your time on campus.

Log In to Your Orientation Portal

• Review your major: Make sure your major is correct before orientation.
• Need to change your major? Submit the Admission Information Change Form to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions ([email protected]) before your scheduled session.

Know Your UMID, Uniqname, and Password

• You’ll need these credentials to access UM-Dearborn systems during orientation.

High School Students: Submit Earned College Credit Documents

If you have AP or IB credits, dual enrollment, or early/middle college transcripts:

• Send official transcripts directly from the issuing institution to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions before your orientation.
• Grades on high school transcripts are not considered official for credit evaluation.
• Missing official college transcripts may impact your course registration.

Transfer Students: Submit Updated College Transcripts

• Send any updated college transcripts for courses that were in progress when you applied.
• Must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions before orientation.
• Delays may affect your course registration.

Sign Up for a Current Student Mentor

Ease your transition by connecting with an upper-level mentor through the Wolverine Mentor Collective. After orientation, you’ll be paired with a current UM-Dearborn student who can:

• Help you navigate campus life
• Share advice on academics and student engagement
• Support your first year at UM-Dearborn

Need to Reschedule Your Orientation? 

Follow instructions in your orientation portal to choose a new session.

Get Ready for an Exciting Start!

We can’t wait to see you at orientation. Get ready to explore campus, connect with peers, and kick off your UM-Dearborn journey!