
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.

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.

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

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!