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Step One: Sign up for a registration day

 

Step One is designed help you get started! Now that you're a Privateer, we're ready to introduce you to campus and get you enrolled in classes. Attending a Registration Day is required for all incoming first time, full time freshmen and new transfer students with less than 60 credit hours and/or under the age of 25.

 Registration Days 

Registration Days are an important first step to get your course schedule for your first semester at UNO!  You must be admitted to sign-up. 

First- Year Registration Day Sessions

DateSession TitleTimeSign-UpDeadline
May 10, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 1 – Early Advantage, In-person  8:00am - 5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Closed.May 2, 2025
May 22, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 2- In-person 8:00am - 5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Closed.May 16, 2025
June 5, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 3- In-Person8:00am-5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Click here to sign-up! May 30, 2025
June 12, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 4- In-person 8:00am - 5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Click here to sign-up! June 6, 2025
July 10, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 5- ONLINE: Out of state students only!8:00am - 5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Email nse@uno.edu for sign-up link.July 4, 2025
July 17, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 6- In-person 8:00am - 5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Click here to sign-up! July 11, 2025
July 24, 2025First Year Registration Day Session 7- In-Person8:00am - 5:00pm CT Student must attend full day.Click here to sign-up! July 18, 2025

 

  • What to expect at a First-Year Registration Day

    Overview Schedule

    This is everything students will learn about and do at the Registration Day. Remember, it's important to check-in on time AND stay through-out the entire program. 

    • Welcome
    • Supporting Your First Year
    • Privateers Pathways
    • University Honors
    • Financial Aid
    • Fee Payment
    • Campus Tour
    • Small Group time with Orientation Leaders
    • Get Privateer ID
    • Campus Resource Browse
    • Federal Education Rights Privacy Act
    • UNO Bookstore & Follett Access
    • Webstar Tutorial
    • Group Advising & Registration 
    • Student Organization Browse

     

    Tips:

    • Dress for the weather and comfortably: It is hot and humid in New Orleans and there is always chance of rain. Check the weather before you get dressed and come prepared. You will take a campus tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. 

    • Be picture ready: You will be taking an ID picture at the Registration Day

    • Breakfast & lunch will be provided to your guests. 

    • Get ready to have fun and make new friends! 

  • For Parents and Guests

    Overview Schedule

    While much of the day will be spent with your student, we do have a parent and guest program to help you prepare for your student to attend UNO this fall! We encourage you to attend what you can so that you can meet other parents and learn more about campus resources. You'll have the opportunity to:

    • Meet and network with other parents to compare your experiences and talk through common scenarios that new college students encounter
    • Quiz yourself over common college terms to help you talk to the talk with your students
    • Talk more about FERPA and how it impacts your access to your students educational records
    • Engage with experts at a Campus Resource Panel, featuring representatives from student affairs, the Department of Public Safety/University of New Orleans Police, housing, counseling services, and more!

     

    Tips:

    • Dress for the weather and comfortably: It is hot and humid in New Orleans and there is always chance of rain. Check the weather before you get dressed and come prepared. You will take a campus tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. 

    • Breakfast & lunch will be provided.

Transfer Registration Day Sessions

DateSession TitleTimeSign-up Deadline
June 26, 2025Transfer Registration Day Session 1 - In-Person8:00am-5:00pm CTClick here to sign-up! June 20, 2025
July 10, 2025Transfer Registration Day Session 2- Online8:00am-5:00pm CTClick here to sign-up!July 4, 2025
  • What to Expect at a Transfer Registration Day

     

    Tips:

    • Dress for the weather and comfortably: It is hot and humid in New Orleans and there is always chance of rain. Check the weather before you get dressed and come prepared. You can take a campus tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. 

    • Be picture ready: You will be taking an ID picture at the Registration Day

    • Breakfast & lunch will be provided to you. 

    • We do not have guest sessions at Transfer Registration Days. If you want to bring a guest, please know that they may not be able to attend your advising session.  

    • Get ready to have fun and make connections! 

 

Attendance Policy:

To be able to register for classes at a Registration Day, you must arrive during Check-In and stay through the entire program. Check-in is an important process that allows our staff to prepare to advise you and help you register for classes. Attending Check-In ensures a smooth registration process as this is where we take care of important tasks like lifting holds. 

We know attending a Registration Day can feel like a long day but it is important to attend the entire day to prepare you for success at UNO! Important information will be given during the day that you won't want to miss!  We ask that you keep this in mind when signing up for your Registration Day. 

 

 

 ATTENTION: All freshmen students admitted with a high school cumulative GPA below 3.0 without test scores will need to submit a test score or take an Accuplacer test BEFORE the registration day (check your admit letter or online admissions portal for clarification). Please read the policy fully here* for important instructions to complete before meeting with your Advisor. 

Please note, that guest and special students do not need to attend a registration day. Registration days are only required for first-time, full time students and Transfer students who have less than 60 credit hours transferring in.

  • To-Do List– Before Your Registration Day

     

    • Set up UNO Username & Password
    • Complete Onboarding in Workday
    • Submit Immunization Records or Waiver Online
    • Make sure you complete the new test score advising requirement, check confirmation email
    • Check your email for a message from your Academic Advisor
    • Apply for Housing, or submit housing exemption form
    • Send final transcripts (if applicable), or test scores to transcripts@uno.edu
    • File your FAFSA
  • To-Do List– After Your Registration Day
    • Complete Step 2 of the New Student Experience - Online Orientation Module
    • Be on the look out for an email about Step 3- Fall MAMBO!

 

What's Next? 

Your registration day is just the beginning of your New Student Experience! Check out your next steps with the buttons below. These programs are collaboratively designed to prepare you to be a successful Privateer!

Step 2: Online Orientation Step 3: FALL MAMBO

 


Parents & Supporters

Congratulations on your student’s acceptance to the University of New Orleans! We understand that the transition to college means a change for everyone in a student’s life. There will be many opportunities for parents and supporters to learn more about university resources and how to support their student effectively.

Learn More New Student Family Guide

 


Still Have Questions?

New Student Experience Office

University of New Orleans
2000 Lakeshore Drive
New Orleans, LA 70148

P: 504-280-4427

nse@uno.edu 

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