Welcome Weekend
Welcome Weekend
Welcome to the RAM FAMILY! Welcome Weekend is designed to help you transition smoothly into college life.
Prior to attending Welcome Weekend, complete all the items in the New Student Checklist.
Required
Registration
To prepare for your arrival and a smooth
check-in, register for Welcome Weekend.
New Student
Checklists
Prior to attending Welcome Weekend,
complete all the items in the Checklist.
Move-In and Commuter Check-In is on Friday, January 9th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM in the Jones Center
Check-In Dates & Registration
To prepare for your arrival, register for Welcome Weekend.
This ensures a smooth and welcoming experience for you and your family.
New Fall Athletes (Men's and Women's Soccer, Varsity Volleyball)
Monday, August 3
9:00 AM: New Student Athletes (Jones Center)
2:00 PM: New Student Athlete Parent Meeting (Hoke Auditorium)
TCK, MK and International Student Early Arrival
Monday, August 17 at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Jones Center)
An optional arrival experience for third-culture and international students who would benefit from a more gradual transition before Welcome Week begins on Wednesday, August 19. Additional details about meals, activities, and programming will be shared upon registration.
Resident Students – Last Name A-I
Wednesday, August 19 at 9:00 AM (Jones Center)
Resident Students – Last Name J-Q
Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 AM (Jones Center)
Resident Students – Last Name R-Z
Wednesday, August 19 at 11:00 AM (Jones Center)
Commuters
Wednesday, August 19 at 1:00 PM (Jones Center)
Welcome Weekend schedule will be published late Spring.
New Student Orientation Schedule
Explore all of the exciting events we have planned to help you get acclimated to life on campus.
Are You Ram Ready?
You must be Ram Ready to check-in for Welcome Weekend.
Submit Your Deposit — This non-refundable $100 deposit ensures that you are committed to attending & secures your place in your residence hall and classrooms. Submit the deposit here.
Complete Your Housing Application — On-campus housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s important to complete this step early! Complete the application in MyCIU under Campus Life > Residence Life.
Register for Classes — After acceptance, you can set up an appointment with your Academic Advisor to select and register for your classes. Find your Advisor in MyCIU under Academics > Advising.
Submit the Health Forms — All incoming students are required to submit their Health Forms to ensure they meet CIU’s health and immunization requirements. Complete the forms here.
Submit a Photo for Your Student ID — You’ll use your student ID card throughout your time at CIU. Follow the submission instructions on your new student checklist in order to pick up your ID at move-in.
Submit your Final, Official Transcripts — To confirm your graduation and finalize your enrollment, your official transcripts must be received in a sealed envelope or electronically through a third party transcript facilitator.
Review Payment Options– Bills must be resolved before moving in and starting classes.
Review Textbook Options– Learn how your textbooks will be provided, or update your preference to opt out and purchase them independently. Textbook charges will be added to your student account two weeks before classes begin.
Register for Welcome Weekend! This ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for you and your family. Register.
Get packing! If you’re living on campus, begin gathering what you need for your dorm room so you’ll be ready when it’s time to head to campus. See you soon! Download Packing List.
Questions?
Contact our Visit Office at (803) 807-5058 or visitciu@ciu.edu.
