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We are delighted to be a part of your JMU journey!

Whether this is your first college adventure or you are joining us with some classes under your belt, we are here to help you get started. Orientation is broken into three phases to help you prepare for the transition to becoming the newest Duke. Learn more about each phase below.

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The One Book

Ready to start your transition to JMU? After you pay your deposit, you will sign in to the One Book steps using your JMU eID and password. 

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Springboard Peer Discussion
Summer Orientation

By attending our one-day program, we hope you learn about successfully transitioning to Madison and the services we offer.

Transfer Summer Orientation Dates

June 12, 13 and 14

First Year Summer Orientation Dates

On Campus

  • College of Arts & Letters
    • June 26, 28, July 5, 10, 13, 18
  • College of Business
    • June 28, 29, July 5, 10, 11, 13, 17
  • College of Education
    • June 27, July 6, 12, 17
  • College of Health & Behavioral Studies
    • June 26, 27, 29, July 6, 11, 12, 18
  • College of Integrated Science & Engineering
    • June 26, 28, 29, July 6, 11, 12, 17
  •  College of Science & Mathematics
    • June 26, 27, July 5, 13, 17
  •  College of Visual Performing Arts
    • June 28, July 6, 10, 18
  •  Hart School of Hospitality, Sport and Recreation Management
    • June 27, July 5, 13, 17
  •  Independent Scholars
    • June 27, July 6, 12, 17
  •  Exploratory
    • June 27, 28, July 5, 6, 10, 12, 13, 18

Virtual (All Colleges)

July 19

 

Transfer Summer Orientation 

First Year Summer Orientation

 

Students enjoying the Pep Rally during Weeks of Welcome
Weeks of Welcome

In August, you’ll move to Harrisonburg, reconnect with your Orientation leaders and be immersed in several academic and social programs throughout the first few weeks to help you get to know JMU better!

Weeks of Welcome


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