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SCU Orientation 2025
Your Santa Clara journey starts here!
Register for Orientation

Navigate here to What to Expect

Enroll in your fall courses, meet with an academic advisor, get connected with other incoming students, and check off your Bronco to-dos.

Navigate here to Pick a Session

Orientation runs from July to September, with specific sessions for first-year and transfer students. These sessions are required for all new Broncos.

Navigate here to Bronco Checklist

Have you activated your SCU email account yet? Or accepted your financial aid package? Make sure you don't miss any important deadlines or action items.

Navigate here to Need to Catch Up?

Check out our email newsletter archive where you can find all the information, deadlines, and resources you need to prepare for your transition to SCU.

First-year and transfer students are required to participate in all parts of Orientation, which includes your first academic advising and fall course enrollment. Get to know your fellow Broncos, learn about our academic and co-curricular programs, register for classes, and start getting involved in the Santa Clara community.

Parents and other family members -- you are welcome on this journey, too! Join sessions to learn more about Santa Clara's values, goals, and practices as well as get a preview of the academic programs and student services your incoming Bronco can expect.

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Stay Connected

Hey, Class of 2029 and new transfer! Starting in May, you are invited to use BroncoExchange which is an online platform to chat with classmates and our Orientation Leaders and attend fun virtual activities in the run-up to the fall.

Be Informed

Flip through Santa Clara's Bronco Book -- our one-stop guide for new students and parents -- for information about a wide range of academic programs and student services.

Plan Your Travel

Whether you're coming via plane, train, or automobile, be sure to look through our campus maps and parking information and take advantage of our car rental discount and local hotel room blocks.

Get Your Questions Answered

Still have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) webpage or contact us directly at orientation@scu.edu.