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New Student Orientation

Congratulations on your decision to attend Marian University! The next four years will be among the most exciting and memorable of your life.

Register for Orientation

Your next step is to attend one of our New Student Orientation programs. During Orientation, you will learn everything you'll need to know for your transition to Marian and how to thrive here as a student. You'll also register for your first semester of classes and get to know other new students, current students, and faculty.

Students starting classes in January will be able to register for our virtual winter orientation beginning in October. We will only have one orientation for this group.

  • Friday, January 3, 2025 (Virtual Orientation)

Students starting classes in August will be able to register for one of our summer programs beginning in January.  New Student Orientation programs this summer will take place on the following dates:

  • Wednesday-Thursday, May 28-29, 2025 (two-day overnight orientation)
  • Friday, May 30, 2025 (one-day orientation)
  • Wednesday-Thursday, June 18-19, 2025 (two-day overnight orientation)
  • Friday, June 20, 2025 (one-day orientation)
  • Tuesday, July 15, 2025 (Virtual Orientation) - Only available to international & out-of-state students
  • Thursday, July 17, 2025 (Transfer day)
  • Friday, July 18, 2025 (one-day orientation)

*An orientation fee is applied to the first semester bill for all fall incoming students, which covers meals, housing, and programming during in-person orientation programs and Welcome Week. A discounted rate will apply to all students who register prior to July 1. Once the fall 2025 amount is determined, we will list here. 

To get started, click the green  Register for Orientation button, or learn more about Orientation by using the links near the top of this page.

During New Student Orientation, you will:

  • Connect with your future classmates, current students, faculty, and staff.
  • Hear from faculty about what to expect in your classes.
  • Find out about student services and resources that will help you succeed.
  • Meet with your academic advisor and register for classes.
  • Have of your questions answered.
  • Ensure you're fully prepared to start your journey at Marian University.
Contact Us

Marian University
3200 Cold Spring Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222-1997
(317) 955-6000

admissions@marian.edu
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