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What is the freshman cost and scholarship estimator?

One application is used to apply for various scholarships- including Global Studies, Music, Visual Arts, Theatre and more! All types of students are eligible to apply including international, online and graduate students. Visit our

Where is the bookstore?

Visit the Bookstore on the first floor of the PAC or

What is the cost of attendance?

Find that info on the Cost of Attendance page

What will I be doing during orientation?

The goals of orientation are to make sure our students learn about campus resources, have an understanding of academic expectations and resources, what it means to be a member of our community, and make connections with peers and current students. Orientation activities are designed to meet these goals. You will be attending sessions that will provide you with information, learn UIS technologies, allow you to explore campus and meet your classmates. There will be a general schedule which outlines the content on the First-Year Student Orientation page. You and your parents/family members will receive a detailed schedule in late May.

If I haven鈥檛 sent back my Acceptance of Admission Form to the Admissions Office yet, can I attend orientation?

No. By accepting admission the advising and testing services offices will have access to your records to properly advise you. When you complete your Intent to Enroll Form you will receive a Welcome email from New Student Orientation within a couple of days. Within a week of your acceptance of admission you will be on our new student lists and we will mail our orientation brochures to you and your parents. Visit the Admitted Students page for more information.

What is your refund/cancellation policy regarding New Student Orientation fees?

The Orientation and Guest Fees are non-refundable.

Will I be able to tour the campus/housing facilities during orientation?

Yes. Fifty minute campus tours will be offered before (8, 8:20) and after (5:30) the in-person Orientation. In August and January a schedule tour of where classes are is built into the afternoon schedule. Tours of the Residence Hall Showroom will be held during the Summer session. We are offering tours of campus and campus housing virtually. Go to our Visit page for more information.

Will someone from Financial Assistance be at orientation to answer questions/concerns?

We strongly encourage students and their parents/guardian meet with the student鈥檚 financial assistance counselor to review the financial offer notification and cost of attendance before or after their orientation date. The Office of Financial Assistance can meet with the student and parents . Contact their office to arrange a meeting: Phone: (217) 206-6724 or Email: finaid@uis.edu. Do not make any appointments on the Orientation date the student registered for. The student will have mandatory programming to attend the whole day.

What are my chances of getting the courses I need if I attend a later session?

The first people to register have the opportunity to register for courses offered during preferred/peak class times (i.e. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.). Some popular introduction courses at these times tend to fill up faster. You might have to take it earlier or later in the day than you would prefer, but you will still be registered for these classes. Some general education subjects (i.e. psychology, sociology) are also more popular than others so you may have to choose an alternate subject. Required courses like Freshman Seminar, English, and Math add sections as they are needed throughout the summer. You will be able to register for all the credit hours you need. It may not be at your first choice time or subject.

Students attending August or January (spring semester admits) should use the AdviseU app (/cas/advising/advise-u/) to set up an appoint with their advisor before their 1-day Orientation. Students will still have to attend the 1-day Orientation and Freshmen Welcome programs even though they have been advised for classes. Failure to attend could result in your schedule being cancelled and you will have to wait until the first day of classes to register again.

Will I be able to receive my orientation date of choice?

In June because we limit the number of student participants in each session they are filled on a first-come basis. Therefore, if you register early you are more likely to receive your 1st choice orientation session. Once a session is full the system will close the session. If someone changes their reservation, a session may open back up. August and January sessions have one orientation date and no limits on the number of student registrations.

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