New Student Orientation
Week of Welcome (WOW) is for all incoming students - First-Year freshman, transfer students and readmitted students.
Registration & Fees
All new students will receive a $200 New Student Orientation fee their student account whether or not they choose to participate. This fee covers costs for Week of Welcome activities, as well as programming & resources for new students in their first year. These activities are designed with you in mind to help you transition successfully to Concordia University Irvine.
Preparing for Orientation
We want to be sure you have everything you need as you prepare for the Fall semester. If you have questions at any step along the way, please don’t hesitate to contact the Office of First-Year Experience Programs & Initiatives at (949) 214-3059 or email [email protected].
- Complete each step found in Concordia’s Checklist for Admitted Students.
- Check MyRecords weekly for any HOLDs placed by the Bursar Office, Office of Financial Aid, or Wellness Center for any outstanding paperwork you have yet to submit.
- Familiarize yourself with the Student Handbook and Student Code of Conduct.
- Purchase your books needed for each class by viewing your class schedule in MyRecords and selecting "Buy Textbooks."
- Visit Campus Safety online to apply for your student ID card and parking permit.
Continue to check your Eagles Email as this will be the way the University will send you important information.
Special Hotel Rates
To book at a local hotel, please see our Hotels and Travel Page.