University College

Family Orientation: Transfer Students

About Transfer Family Orientation:

In a brief orientation program, family members of transfer students (24+ transferable credits) will have a chance to meet with Jayne Richmond- Dean of University College, attend a workshop on University services, and have lunch in a University dining facility. The cost is $10 per family member.

Register Now:

Family members should add themselves as "Guests" in your student's registration. Please log-in using the account created to register your student.

Instructions for Registration:

1. Click "Register Now" from right sidebar.
2. Log-in with your student or the email & password he/she used when securing his/her orientation dates.
3. Add family members as "Guests".

Family Orientation costs $10 per person. This will cover program materials and lunch. Payment can be made electronically when registering. Overnight accommodations are not included. For information on overnight accommodations, please visit here.

What to Bring:

• Any questions you may want to ask URI faculty and staff
• Writing utensil, notebook, and a carrying case for your belongings
• Comfortable clothes and shoes: we will be exploring campus!

           (If you require assistance getting around campus, please call 401.874.5927)

• Prepare for inclement weather (i.e. umbrella, rain jacket, etc.)

Housing Options for Transfer Students

• URI Housing and Residential Life: Click here to find out about on-campus residence hall availability.
• Alternative Campus Housing
• Commuter Housing

Orientation 2013 Dates

           Contact Information

Office of New Student Programs
The University of Rhode Island
6 Rhody Ram Way
140 Roosevelt Hall
Kingston, RI 02881

Phone: (401) 874-5927
Fax: (401) 874-4320
Email: newram@etal.uri.edu
Web: http://www.uri.edu/orientation