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Transfer Orientation

Congratulations, Spartans, and welcome to your new home at The University of Tampa!

Whether you are transferring from a local community college, an in-state four-year institution or an out-of-state four-year institution, we are excited for you to begin your journey as a UT Spartan! We know that you have prior college experience, and UT has designed your orientation program to meet your needs and help you be successful during your transition to your new campus.

Contact

Orientation and Family Engagement
(813) 257-1999
orientation@ut.edu

Spring 2023 (January) Information for transfer students starting Spring 2023.

Your fUTure starts here! Online Orientation opens Dec. 1!

As a new student, you will have the opportunity to get to know your campus prior to your arrival by completing UT's online orientation program. This program has been specifically designed with YOU in mind! From navigating academics to getting involved on campus, this program will help you familiarize yourself with the many resources available to you as a Spartan. The online orientation program for all new incoming students (residents, commuters and transfers) starting in Spring 2023 will be available Dec 1. You can access online orientation through your MyUTampa account, and it must be completed prior to your arrival on campus.

New Resident Students

Residential move-in for new students will be taking place Jan. 12-13. The Office of Residence Life will share additional information regarding room assignments and how to sign up for a move-in appointment in December. Once students arrive on campus, they are encouraged to participate in Week of Welcome (WOW!) from Jan. 13-17.

New Commuter Students

New students who will be living off-campus will need to check in to orientation to receive their Spartan ID card and other important information. Check-in for new commuter students will take place on the second floor of the Vaughn Center, in the Spartan Club. Please visit back for specific dates and times of Commuter Check-In.

Spring 2023 Week of Welcome

Week of Welcome (WOW!) is designed specifically to help our new students as they transition to the University and we are excited to welcome our new Spartans to campus! Spring 2023 Week of Welcome will take place Friday, Jan. 13 - Tuesday, Jan. 17.

Our Week of Welcome schedule is made available through the Guidebook app. This interactive app allows you to set your own schedule, view Tampa weather, find important campus contact information, receive event changes in real-time, and more! The Spring 2023 Week of Welcome schedule will be available via Guidebook starting Tuesday, Dec. 20.

Live Virtual New Student Q&A Session

Transitioning to college life can be tough—but our staff and student leaders are here for support! Join us on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. EST for a live chat all about what to expect when you arrive on campus.

Representatives from various departments on campus will join our student leaders to help you prepare for your arrival on campus. From questions about scheduling, knowing where to find your classes, and what it is like to live on campus, this information session is one you do not want to miss. After a brief presentation by our team, you’ll have the chance to join in and ask questions!

If you can’t make it to the session—don’t worry! We will record the presentation and live chat so you access it at a later time.

Questions?

Students are encouraged to view Orientation Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Please contact Orientation and Family Engagement at (813) 257-1999 or orientation@ut.edu with any questions.