First Time in College (FTIC) Student Orientation



Orientation is required for all new UCF students. UCF’s Orientation experience provides information for all incoming students to be successful, both inside and outside of the classroom. We are excited for you to learn more about UCF and prepare for your time as a Knight!

During Orientation, students will meet with their academic college and register for courses. Summer/Fall admits must attend Orientation prior to the start of Summer/Fall classes.

Sessions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis including the separate but simultaneous Family & Guest Orientation program on each date.

When making an Orientation reservation, students will only be able to choose from dates available to their student type.

Summer/Fall 2025 Admit First Time in College Orientation Dates

Summer Admit FTIC Student Orientation Dates

  • Wednesday, May 28 – Thursday, May 29 (includes LEAD)
  • Thursday, May 29 – Friday, May 30 (includes EXCEL/COMPASS)
  • Monday, June 2 – Tuesday, June 3
  • Wednesday, June 4 – Thursday, June 5
  • Thursday, June 5 – Friday, June 6 (includes STEP)
  • Tuesday, June 10 – Wednesday, June 11
  • Wednesday, June 11 – Thursday, June 12 (includes Soar)
  • Thursday, June 12 – Friday, June 13 (includes EXCEL/COMPASS)
  • Monday, June 16 – Tuesday, June 17 (includes Downtown, Soar)
  • Thursday, June 19 – Friday, June 20 (includes Summer Honors)

Fall Admit FTIC Student Orientation Dates

  • Tuesday, June 24 – Wednesday, June 25
  • Thursday, June 26 – Friday, June 27
  • Monday, June 30 – Tuesday, July 1 (includes EXCEL/COMPASS)
  • Thursday, July 10 – Friday, July 11 (HONORS COLLEGE ONLY)
  • Monday, July 14 – Tuesday, July 15 (includes LEAD,
    EXCEL/COMPASS, Honors Alternate)
  • Thursday, July 17 – Friday, July 18 (includes Downtown, Honors Alternate)
  • Monday, July 21 – Tuesday, July 22
  • Tuesday, July 29 – Wednesday, July 30 (includes Honors Alternate)
  • Wednesday, August 13 – Thursday, August 14 (includes Downtown, Honors Alternate)