Welcome to the University of Michigan-Dearborn!  We are anticipating your arrival on campus to continue your journey of knowledge with us.

Orientation is designed to help you succeed academically, adjust to collegiate life, and meet new friends and peers along the way.  UM-Dearborn has great expectations of you and likewise, you should have great expectations of the University staff and faculty to speed you on your way to earning the degree that makes the difference.

We are all looking forward to meeting you and supporting you through your years here with the University of Michigan-Dearborn.

Welcome to the Michigan family and GO BLUE!

Caryn Reed-Hendon
Assistant Director for Orientation Programs

Orientation Dates and Times for the Winter 2010 Semester

Winter Orientation is a program designed to assist incoming freshmen and transfer students who are starting their classes in January.  All orientation session days begin with registration at 3:30 pm and the program runs from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. You must be present for the entire session in order to register for classes.

Three Phases of Orientation

• Placement Exam(s)
  
• Winter Orientation
  
• Winter Success Seminar

You will:

• Learn about academics at the University
• Select and register for classes for the upcoming semester
• Be reassured that the University of Michigan-Dearborn is the right place for you to continue your education

Prior to Attending Orientation, be sure to:

1. Read the website information and share it with your family
2. Complete the Placement Exam and Orientation
   Reservation Form which involves selecting the best date/time to take your English Composition and Mathematics Placement exams and determine your orientation session.
3. Receive your placement exam and orientation session confirmations
4. Take your placement exams
5. Receive your mathematics placement exam results

If you've done all of these items, you are well on your way to a successful start at the University of Michigan-Dearborn!