TRANSFER STUDENTS
If you have applied to The University of Akron, but have not received your admission, please visit The Office of Admissions.
If you have been admitted and have not yet confirmed your enrollment, please visit the Accepted Students' page for your next steps.
New Student Orientation: Transfer Transition
Transfer Transition programs are half-day events. Once you have paid the confirmation fee you are assigned an Orientation Program based off how you were admitted to the University.
Pre-Orientation Tasks
You should have received a confirmation Email to all registered Email accounts (your UA Email included) with your scheduled date. If you did not receive this Email and have paid the confirmation fee, please contact us via email or by phone at 330-972-2622.
Once you're all set with your orientation date, please see the tasks below. By completing this check list, you help us make your orientation program a great one!
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Make your travel plans Print out the valid parking permit included in your email and place it on the dashboard of your vehicle. This pass is valid for any commuter designated lot or deck. Visit the travel information page for more information. |
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Verify your major Ensure the major listed in your confirmation Email is correct. An incorrect major could impact your scheduled date. If it is incorrect, please fill out the change of major form and we will communicate any changes to your program if they occur. |
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Log in to your MyAkron account Ensure you are able to log into your MyAkron account for computer related tasks. Please contact Computer Support if you need assistance prior to. |
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Review the schedule Please review the schedule to ensure you've made plans to be present at the entire program. |
Summer Check List
You've had your Advising & Registration Program, but now what? You're probably eager to start classes, but until that time comes, take a look at a few of the things we'd like for you to explore prior to that.
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Pay your bill Your bill is due in early August! Make sure you log onto My Akron to pay it by the due date. |
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RSVP for New Roo Weekend New Roo Weekend is August 24-25! An RSVP link will be sent to you in early August, so check your UA email. |
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Purchase textbooks & request your parking permit Make sure you get your textbooks and request your parking permit. You can do both through your My Akron account when available! |
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Download the UA Mobile App Make sure you download the UA Mobile App before the start of classes! |
Additional Resources
Military Service Center -a great resource if you are veteran, active duty, or a member of the National Guard.
UA Adult Focus - provides services for adult students who are 25 and over.
Transfer & Adult Student Enrollment Center - assists transfer & adult students on matters of enrollment
New Student Orientation
The University of Akron
Office of New Student Orientation
Simmons Hall 201
Akron, OH 44325-4716
Phone: 330-972-2622
Fax: 330-972-5278
Email: orientation@uakron.edu
