Early Scholars Orientation

ORIENTATION

Welcome to The W!

Orientation is a program that will assist you to have a smooth transition as you start your new journey here at The W. Orientation will give you the opportunity to learn more about the University, services offered to students, and academic programs, along with enrolling in classes for the upcoming semester.

During Orientation you will get to meet and get to know your upcoming classmates and engage with currently enrolled W students. You will also get the opportunity to connect with members of the University's faculty and staff.

Early Scholars Orientation

Early Scholars Orientation is reserved for students receiving institutional scholarships. For questions regarding institutional scholarships, please contact the Office of Admissions at (662) 329-7106 or admissions@muw.edu.

We look forward to seeing you at Orientation! Welcome to The W family!

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Getting Started

Welcome to The Long Blue Line! Now that you’ve been admitted, there are a few things to take care of before classes begin. We are here to help every step of the way!

Complete Intent to Enroll Form

Log into Banner & Set up W Email

Register for Orientation

Apply for Housing

Complete FAFSA

Submit Immunization Records

Get Started

https://www.muw.edu/ssc/Freshman%20Orientation
During Freshman Orientation, you will be welcomed into the W by your fellow students, faculty, and staff. This orientation has been designed specifically with your needs in mind and will equip your with information that will help your be successful during your time at the W.
https://www.muw.edu/ssc/Transfer%20Orientation
Designed with transfer students in mind, this orientation focuses on easing the transfer process for our students by delivering an orientation experience that better matches your experience as college students. It's a great opportunity to meet other transfer students and explore our campus.

Student Life

Here at The W, it's easy to find a fit in one of more than 70 student organizations. You can plan a concert, compete in intramural sports, serve in student government, participate in a social club, sorority, or fraternity. You can even start your own organization.

Student Life

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W Traditions

With more than 150 years of history, The W has a rich collection of campus traditions with endless ways to make memories and enjoy your collegiate experience.

  • New Student Serenade
  • Blues Week
  • Class Rivalry
  • Mag Chain

Campus Traditions

Explore Majors

What's your major? It's probably the first question people will ask when you introduce yourself. An academic major is your area of focus in your studies — Who do you want to be? The W offers over 70 undergraduate majors and concentration.
So, what's your major?

Explore Majors

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Orientation for Parents & Family

Orientation does not stop at just students. We also have a parent/family orientation experience that accompanies most of the Student's Orientation sessions. We develop programming for parent and family members that are specific to their needs.

Family Orientation