Freshman Orientation Program

Welcome to the Golden Bear Family!

Welcome to Kutztown University and the Golden Bear Family! At New Student Orientation you'll meet other students, faculty and staff! You'll also receive your class schedule, obtain your student ID card and get to know campus. We know you have lots of questions and we are here to help you! Call us at 610-683-4088 or email .

Fall 2026 Orientation

Students starting classes in August 2026, check back in the fall for registration in the spring!

  • You must pay your Advanced Registration Deposit before registering for orientation!
  • Orientation is required for all new students. Attend as soon as you can!
  • Parents/family members can also attend orientation as part of a separate, optional program running simultaneously to the student program.
  • Registration includes a free lunch ticket for the student and one guest (parent of family member). Additional guests are welcome to attend, but will be asked to cover a $10 lunch cost if they choose to eat in the dining hall.

Spring 2026 Orientation Dates

For Students Starting at Kutztown in January 2026:

Orientation check in will be in the McFarland Student Union running from 8:30am to 9:00am. The day will end around 3:00pm!

Note: Contact our office if you need to be placed in an online orientation date!

January 20th, 2026 Register Now!

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