Frequently Asked Questions

WHEN IS ORIENTATION?
O-Week begins on Sunday, August 16th with move-in and lasts throughout the week.

IS ORIENTATION REQUIRED?
Yes, all new undergraduate students to Rice University are required to attend O-Week.

WHAT WILL WE DO DURING ORIENTATION?
O-Week is designed to ease your transition to university life by introducing you to campus resources, providing you with many opportunities to meet other first-year students, and offering strategies to enhance your college experience. The week will be packed with a full schedule of activities designed to prepare new students for a successful beginning at Rice.

ARE MEALS PROVIDED?
Meals are provided through the Friday of O-Week, and regular service for the semester begins with Sunday lunch. No meal service is provided on the Saturday of O-Week.

IS THERE A FEE?
O-Week fees are included in your housing and tuition bill.

WHEN WILL I GET MY CLASS SCHEDULE?
You will register for classes on the Friday of O-Week.

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FORWARD TO?
Having a lot of fun and meeting some terrific people!

IS THERE A PARENT ORIENTATION PROGRAM?
New Families Orientation (NFO) is on Sunday, August 16, 2009, immediately following move-in. There is no charge for parents to attend NFO.  Please note that all parents are asked to leave campus by 6pm on the August 16.

FOR MORE INFORMATION...
Please see the Orientation Website periodically for updates.