Overview
Orientation is an exciting event where you and your family members will get a personalized experience on campus and learn about all the resources MSU has to offer. You will meet with your academic advisers to register for classes and gain an overview of your program. Throughout orientation, you will learn about student organizations, meal plans, financial resources, and so much more! We want your transition into MSU to be as smooth as possible and the first step starts with signing up for orientation. We can’t wait to welcome you into our Bulldog family. Hail State!
Sessions
Register now for Spring Orientation for new students entering Spring 2025.
Cost to Attend
Spring Orientation
Student Fee $85
Guest Fee $50
Highlights
Student Involvement
Students will hear from university representatives on how to get involved on campus and learn about different academic and social opportunities!
Academic Advising and Class Registration
Students are advised and register for their classes in a group setting with the assistance of a faculty advisor.
Academic College Meetings
Meet with representatives from our academic colleges to learn more about opportunities and services within your academic college.
Registrar's Session
The University Registrar will provide an overview of the course registration procedures at MSU, while demonstrating the university's web registration system.
University Billing Cycle
Student accounts are to be paid in full or enrolled in a payment plan, by August 1st for the Fall semesters, or January 1st for the Spring semesters. Payment plans give students the option to disperse the bill over four months. During Orientation, you can learn more about enrolling in a payment plan and how to access your account to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Orientation required for new incoming students? Yes, Orientation is required for all new full-time undergraduate students. Orientation is the best way to confirm your intent to enroll at MSU. Orientation is an exciting event for incoming freshmen and transfer students (and their families) to gain information that will prepare you for your time at MSU. Students will learn about student life, hear from a variety of administrators, meet other incoming students, and finalize their class schedule! Online students and student athletes are not required to attend Orientation due to their own on-boarding process. Please contact Online Education and Athletics regarding the on-boarding process for online students and student athletes.
- When do I make my student ID? Students will need to submit a photo for their student identification card PRIOR to attending their Orientation session. Directions and instructions will be provided in the Maroon U course after December 2nd.
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What does the cost to attend payment for Orientation sessions cover? The cost to attend covers the one-time registration fee, the Orientation guide, student ID, a lunch meal voucher, infamous MSU ice cream, and Orientation bag with a t-shirt, pen, nametag, and the student's Hail State flag.
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I have not yet submitted the required immunization form. How do I submit my immunization records and when is the deadline? Immunization records must be submitted in order to register for classes. The Health Center accepts immunization records from physicians and health departments. MSU has partnered with Med+Proctor to provide immunization-verification services. To upload your immunization records, first go here and sign in using your MSU credentials, then provide Med+Proctor with the basic information being requested. You will use your MSU email address for subsequent logins.
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If you have general questions concerning the status of your immunization records, please contact the Health Center via email: health@msstate.edu (preferred method) or by phone 662-325-2431.
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Will there be a way to connect with other incoming students during Orientation so I can make friends before classes start? During your scheduled Orientation session, we will offer a variety of sessions where you will have the opportunity to interact with other incoming students. The ZeeMee app is also a great way to connect with incoming students.
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How will I register for classes? Students will be contacted by an advisor prior to their Orientation session about course scheduling but will still confirm their schedule at Orientation and can make changes that that time.
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What should I bring to Orientation? Students should bring a laptop or tablet in order to register for classes at Orientation. It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and casual clothes. We also recommend that you bring a raincoat and/or umbrella if the forecast calls for rain. Students and guests should bring money for meals, coffee, and soft drinks. Barnes & Noble at Mississippi State will be open throughout the program, as well, for textbook pre-orders, MSU apparel, and other items.
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I have mobility issues. Can I still participate in Orientation? Yes! We will work to provide alternate transportation for those with mobility issues to various locations during Orientation. In order for accommodations to be made, please be sure to include that information when you sign up for Orientation online; or feel free to contact our office to let us know if you will need alternate transportation or special assistance.
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I have a disability. What accommodations can be made during Orientation? When signing up for an Orientation, there is a place to let us know if you need any special accommodations. You are also more than welcome to contact the Office of Orientation & Events at 662-325-2334 if you have a disability and require special accommodations. The Orientation staff team will work with the Disability Resource Center to provide assistance during the event.
- I am still interested in enrolling at Mississippi State University but the Orientation session date has passed? Students who apply and are admitted after Orientation can still register for classes by contacting our office at 662-325-2334. Our staff will connect you with an advisor. Note: There will be $30.00 registration fee for students you register for classes if they are admitted after the Orientation session.