New Student Orientation
Whether you are a first-year student, transfer, or graduate student, our orientation programs are designed to connect you with services, resources and engagement opportunities that will assist you in your transition to NLU.
Welcome to National Louis University! You are officially a NLU Eagle! We are excited that you have chosen NLU to begin, or further, your college journey. College is one of the most exciting and rewarding times of your life and that is why we want to help you along your path to success.
The NLU Orientation experience is designed to help you:
- Meet peers and explore the diversity of the NLU community.
- Identify resources focused on your personal and academic success.
- Explore ways to become a successful and active member of the community.
- Learn about strategies and techniques that will help you complete your future courses and graduate!
To meet your unique needs, National Louis provides orientation programs designed for each of our entering student pathways. Select your entering student profile to get specific information for your orientation experience:
- First Year Students: NLU is the ideal place to start your undergraduate journey! [More information for first-time freshmen]
- Transfer Students: Congratulations on choosing National Louis University as the destination to complete your undergraduate education! [More information for transfer students]
- Graduate Students: We're excited and ready to assist you in making the most of your graduate experience. [More information for graduate students]
- Kendall College Students: Find out about the specialized services for new Kendall College students. [More information for Kendall College students]
- International Students: Register for International New Student Orientation, mandatory for all F-1 and J-1 students . [More information for international students]
