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The Big 3

What is the Big 3? Orientation is as Easy as 1,2,3!

Just committed to the Mount? Wondering your next steps? We’re here to make it easy for you!

Are You Starting in the Fall?

MSMU orientation leaders welcoming new students in patriot hall

1.

Register for a Summer Orientation

Parent(s)/Support persons are welcome to join you for one of the below dates to help their student with important transitional requirements. More information will come in an email from the Orientation Office upon depositing.

  • June 18, 22 or 23 - First-Year and Transfer Students
  • July 21 - Virtual Orientation for International Students

2.

Complete your New Student To-Do Checklist

This checklist helps a student complete all of the necessary requirements (completing a housing application, registering for classes, paying your tuition bill and more) in order to transition to the Mount. Look for an email from the Orientation Office a few days after you submit your deposit to help you get started on this required list of items.

3.

Attend Expedition MSMU

This is an in-person orientation that is held during move-in weekend. All residents and commuters are required to attend. More details will be provided in June.

Expedition MSMU dates for Fall 2026 new students - August 23 (move-in day) - 25

Are You Starting in the Spring?

msmu orientation leaders holding mount proud signs

1.

Register for a Virtual Orientation

Join us for Virtual Orientation in January to get answers to your questions and to build your knowledge about your new Mountain home!

Virtual Orientation dates will be released late Fall 2025.

2.

Complete your New Student To-Do Checklist

This checklist helps a student complete all of the necessary requirements (completing a housing application, registering for classes, paying your tuition bill, and more) in order to transition to the Mount. Look for an email from the Orientation Office a few days after you submit your deposit to help you get started on this required list of items.

3.

Attend Expedition MSMU

This is an in-person orientation that is held during move-in weekend. All residents and commuters are required to attend. More details will be provided late Fall 2025.

Expedition MSMU dates for Spring 2026 new students: TBD - check back in Fall 2025.

The Office of Orientation and New Student Services
orientation@msmary.edu
301-447-6783