New Student Orientation

Welcoming New Students

We strive to take some of the jitters away to help you feel welcome, prepared and ready to make new friends, learn new things and make memories to last a lifetime. That is, after all, what college is all about.

We also know that students are only part of the equation to a successful transition to college life. You – Geoduck families – play a vital role. We share this parent handbook, First Years Away from Home: Letting Go and Staying Connected, to provide parents and families an opportunity to partner with us in students’ transition to Evergreen.

Evergreen's Orientation Programs Help You:

Understand academic expectations and introduce you to the campus learning environment.
Develop a sense of belonging within the community.
Introduce you to support services dedicated to successful student life.

It is time to plan for your New Student Orientation!

Whether you're a new student joining us for the first time, a student joining us from another institution, or a student returning to Evergreen, we're excited to welcome you to campus soon! Check your Evergreen student email in November for your invitation to New student Orientation.

New Student Winter 2025 Orientation Dates

Virtual Orientation & Pre-Registration: November 26
In-person Orientation, Resource Fair & Academic Fair: December 4

New Student Handbook

Whether you’re a new or returning Greener, we can help you get the most out of your education with resources and tips for the exciting journey ahead to getting your degree.

New Student Handbook

Tips for New Greeners

Tips to set you up for success in your first quarter at Evergreen! We recommend completing these tasks before contacting an advisor:

Get Ready

Stay on track with important next steps on the Incoming Students page.

Important Next Steps

Select Courses

Review the Course Catalog to choose several offerings you are interested in. Save the Course Registration Number (CRN) for the ones you want to enroll in.

Course Catalog

Check Enrollment

Check the Enrollment Report to see if space is available during open registration.

Enrollment Report

Advising and Registration for New First-Year and Transfer Students

For all upcoming events for new first-year transfer students, check your Evergreen email and the Academic Calendar. Contact Academic and Career Advising for degree planning and class selections.

Academic Calendar Academic and Career Advising