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HEY, NEW WILDCAT!

Virtual Orientation is the first – and perhaps most important – step as you transition to the University of Arizona. Get ready to learn about the institution that you will soon call home. This includes everything from understanding campus resources, to learning about student life, to ultimately deciding what courses are right for your first semester!

Ask questions, explore, and remember that your time at the university is yours to shape. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

After you're admitted, follow the steps below to set yourself up for success!

Go to Next Steps Center complete all of the tasks that are available for you at this time.

You'll learn how to confirm your residency status, pay the Enrollment Fee, submit immunization records, and more.

Starting February 1, go to Next Steps Center and sign up for the Virtual Orientation Experience!

If you have dual enrollment / transfer credit, have your previous institution(s) send official, electronic college transcripts to REG-transcripts@arizona.edu.

We’ll also need any AP scores, CIE grades, CLEP scores, IB scores, or ACT / SAT Math scores once they’re available!

This spring, you'll be able to access your required placements through Next Steps Center.

Even if you have past credit, AP/CIE/CLEP/IB scores, or recent ACT Math/SAT Math scores on file, you must still complete the placement sections in Next Steps Center in order to confirm your information.

The Virtual Orientation Experience is required for all new Main Campus first-year and transfer students.

1) ARIZONA ARRIVAL

Arizona Arrival is a self-paced portal where you'll learn about your academic unit, campus resources, and everything else you need to know as an incoming Wildcat!

AVAILABLE STARTING APRIL 1, 2026

2) COURSE SCHEDULING APPT

Starting May 1, you’ll have the ability to sign up for a Course Scheduling Appointment with an advisor!

This is when you'll register for your first semester classes. During this appointment, you'll use Zoom to meet virtually with an advisor and review your first semester schedule.

QUESTIONS?

Be sure to check out the FAQ page. If your question is not answered there, you can reach out to our office! We are here to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Ask questions, explore, and remember that your time at the university is yours to shape. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

After you're admitted, follow the steps below to set yourself up for success!

Go to Next Steps Center complete all of the tasks that are available for you at this time.

You'll learn how to confirm your residency status, pay the Enrollment Fee, submit immunization records, and more.

Starting February 1, go to Next Steps Center and sign up for the Virtual Orientation Experience!

If you have dual enrollment / transfer credit, have your previous institution(s) send official, electronic college transcripts to REG-transcripts@arizona.edu.

We’ll also need any AP scores, CIE grades, CLEP scores, IB scores, or ACT / SAT Math scores once they’re available!

This spring, you'll be able to access your required placements through Next Steps Center.

Even if you have past credit, AP/CIE/CLEP/IB scores, or recent ACT Math/SAT Math scores on file, you must still complete the placement sections in Next Steps Center in order to confirm your information.

The Virtual Orientation Experience is required for all new Main Campus first-year and transfer students.

1) ARIZONA ARRIVAL

Arizona Arrival is a self-paced portal where you'll learn about your academic unit, campus resources, and everything else you need to know as an incoming Wildcat!

AVAILABLE STARTING APRIL 1, 2026

You must complete Arizona Arrival and any required placements before your Course Scheduling meeting with an advisor.

2) COURSE SCHEDULING APPT

Starting May 1, you’ll have the ability to sign up for a Course Scheduling Appointment with an advisor!

This is when you'll register for your first semester classes. During this appointment, you'll use Zoom to meet virtually with an advisor and review your first semester schedule.

After your Virtual Orientation Experience, join us for Destination Arizona, an ON-CAMPUS, in-person celebration that welcomes you to the University of Arizona just before classes kick off.

Get ready for a day of adventure filled with academic engagement, community building, and fun!

Your DESTINATION awaits

QUESTIONS?

Be sure to check out the FAQ page. If your question is not answered there, you can reach out to our office! We are here to help.

Main Menu

Ask questions, explore, and remember that your time at the university is yours to shape. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

After you're admitted, follow the steps below to set yourself up for success!

STEP 1 - Work through "Next Steps Center"

Go to Next Steps Center complete all of the tasks that are available for you at this time.

You'll learn how to confirm your residency status, pay the Enrollment Fee, submit immunization records, and more.

STEP 2 - Sign Up for the "Virtual Orientation Experience"

Starting February 1, go to Next Steps Center and sign up for the Virtual Orientation Experience!

STEP 3 - Send in dual enrollment credit & scores

If you have dual enrollment / transfer credit, have your previous institution(s) send official, electronic college transcripts to REG-transcripts@arizona.edu.

We’ll also need any AP scores, CIE grades, CLEP scores, IB scores, or ACT / SAT Math scores once they’re available!

STEP 4 - Complete required Placements

This spring, you'll be able to access your required placements through Next Steps Center.

Even if you have past credit, AP/CIE/CLEP/IB scores, or recent ACT Math/SAT Math scores on file, you must still complete the placement sections in Next Steps Center in order to confirm your information.

The Virtual Orientation Experience is required for all new Main Campus first-year and transfer students.

1) ARIZONA ARRIVAL

Arizona Arrival is a self-paced portal where you'll learn about your academic unit, campus resources, and everything else you need to know as an incoming Wildcat!

AVAILABLE STARTING APRIL 1, 2026

You must complete Arizona Arrival and any required placements before your Course Scheduling meeting with an advisor. WHY?

2) COURSE SCHEDULING APPT

Starting May 1, you’ll have the ability to sign up for a Course Scheduling Appointment with an advisor!

This is when you'll register for your first semester classes. During this appointment, you'll use Zoom to meet virtually with an advisor and review your first semester schedule.

After your Virtual Orientation Experience, join us for Destination Arizona, an ON-CAMPUS, in-person celebration that welcomes you to the University of Arizona just before classes kick off.

Get ready for a day of adventure filled with academic engagement, community building, and fun!

Your DESTINATION awaits

QUESTIONS?

Be sure to check out the FAQ page. If your question is not answered there, you can reach out to our office! We are here to help.

You must complete Arizona Arrival and any required placements before your Course Scheduling meeting with an advisor.