1. Office of Orientation
  2. Students
  3. Adult Learner Orientation

Adult Learner Orientation

Adult Learner Orientation is for first-time freshmen who are 21 or older. 

At Adult Learner Orientation you'll be provided with the information you need to transition to our campus successfully.  Because of the importance of this information, all adult students (first-time freshmen who are 21 years of age or older) are required to attend.

During Orientation, you'll have the opportunity to meet other incoming students, learn about university resources, discuss important tips for a successful transition to college life, meet with an academic advisor in your area of study, and register for classes. Members of our Student Orientation Staff will help you understand what it means to be a student on our campus and will guide you through the experience.

For Orientation dates and registration details, select the semester that you will start on campus below. 

Adult Orientation Dates & Registration

Orientation Dates

Spring Session 1November 24, 2026
Spring Session 2January 7, 2027

 

Orientation Registration

Spring Orientation Registration opens in late October. Adult Learners who are admitted to the University for the Spring Semester will receive Orientation registration instructions by email in mid to late October. If you do not receive those instructions within two weeks of admission, please send an email to orientation@louisiana.edu. Include your full name and ULID in your email.

Orientation Dates

Summer SessionJune 3, 2027

 

Orientation Registration

Summer Orientation Registration opens on March 1, 2027. Adult Learners who are admitted to the University for the Summer Semester will receive Orientation registration instructions by email in late February. If you do not receive those instructions within two weeks of admission, please send an email to orientation@louisiana.edu. Include your full name and ULID in your email.

Orientation Dates

Fall Session 1June 3, 2027
Fall Session 2July 13, 2027
Late Fall SessionAugust 17, 2027

 

Orientation Registration

Fall Orientation Registration opens on March 1, 2027. Adult Learners who are admitted to the University for the Fall Semester will receive Orientation registration instructions by email in late February. If you do not receive those instructions within two weeks of admission, please send an email to orientation@louisiana.edu. Include your full name and ULID in your email.

Adult Orientation Details

The Adult Orientation fee is $60 and includes parking, program implementation, program materials, food, a Ragin’ Cajuns spirit shirt, lanyard, pen, and bag. Your Orientation fee must be paid online via ULink when you register for Orientation. 

Overnight accommodations are not available on campus for Adult Orientation. Please view our list of local hotels for recommended accommodations. 

7:45 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Student Check-In
  • University Welcome
  • Discussion Groups
  • Money Matters Session
  • Academic Success Session
  • Lunch (provided)
  • Student Success Sessions
  • Academic Advising
  • Course Registration
  • Campus Tour (optional)
  • Check out after course registration (between 3:00 PM-5:00 PM)

*Schedule subject to change

*Students are REQUIRED to participate in the full duration of Orientation activities. Those arriving late or leaving early must reschedule another Orientation session.

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